Steve Barsotti
Steve Barsotti
Managing Director
Kegler Brown Hill + Ritter
As Managing Director of Kegler Brown and chair of the firm's Emerging Business practice, Steve Barsotti advises growth-stage companies, entrepreneurs, and investors on mergers and acquisitions, capital raises, strategic transactions, and exit planning. He has extensive experience guiding founders, boards, and private equity stakeholders through complex business transactions and transformative growth opportunities.
In addition to his transactional practice, Steve leads the firm's strategic growth initiatives and long-term vision. He has been recognized by Chambers USA for his work in M+A transactions and capital raises, and was also named a 2025 Columbus Smart 50 Award winner for leadership in sustainability and organizational growth.