Biography

Paul Edwards is the Global Practice Leader at Stax, where he leads firm strategy and execution, delivering high-impact engagements to private equity clients around the world.

Over the past two decades, Paul has become a trusted advisor to many of the world’s top dealmakers. He has built Stax’s private equity practice into a global powerhouse, now supporting more than 300 transactions annually and guiding successful investments across five continents.

Throughout his career, Paul has led over 1,000 engagements for private equity sponsors, spanning buy- and sell-side diligence and growth strategy, and advising on over $100B of deal value. Known for blending sharp, data-driven analysis with real-world insight, he brings deep sector expertise in software and industrials.

A respected leader and mentor, Paul continues to shape the future of global M&A through strategic clarity and a deep understanding of evolving market dynamics. He is also deeply committed to mentoring the next generation of consulting leaders, helping them grow into trusted advisors to drive meaningful impact at scale.