Sean Kelley

Managing Director, Business Development

At Gridiron Capital, Sean focuses on developing new business partnerships, managing investment sourcing, and exit planning. In addition, he is a Member of the Investment Committee. Sean currently serves on the board of Vistage Worldwide.

 

Prior to joining Gridiron Capital, Sean served as vice president at BB&T Capital Markets, where he executed mergers and acquisitions advisory for middle-market businesses. Earlier in his career, Sean worked at Credit Suisse and Deutsche Bank.

 

Education

  • B.A. in Economics from Wake Forest University
  • M.B.A. from the University of Virginia’s Darden School of Business

Favorite Book and Movie

The Bible / The Count of Monte Cristo

Personal Motto

“If you want to change the world, start off by making your bed.” – US Navy Admiral, William H. McRaven

Hobbies

Fly Fishing, Upland Bird Hunting, Racquet Sports, Art History

2025
in Review

This year we celebrated two decades of partnership, growth, and value creation. Along the way, we built momentum through new platforms and add-ons, team growth, and well-earned recognition.