Patrick McIlwee
Research Analyst, Technology, Media, and Communications

About Pat
Patrick McIlwee, CFA, is an analyst in the technology, media, and communications sector, with a focus on back-office software and legal technology companies. Pat has been with William Blair since 2021, previously covering businesses in the real estate, hospitality, and education verticals. Before William Blair, he was a credit analyst covering the energy industry. Pat graduated with a B.S. in finance from the University of Illinois.
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About William Blair
William Blair is a premier global partnership with expertise in investment banking, investment management, and private wealth management. We provide advisory services, strategies, and solutions to meet our clients’ evolving needs. As an independent and employee-owned firm, together with our strategic partners, we operate in more than 30 offices worldwide.*
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1935Year William Blair was founded
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1,950+Employees worldwide
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145 billion+Client assets
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90+ YearsIndependent and employee-owned
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30+Offices worldwide*
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700+Companies under coverage
As of March 31, 2026
*Includes strategic alliances with Allier Capital, BDA Partners, and Poalim Equity Ltd.