Prior to joining WCAS, Houston worked in Technology, Media and Telecommunications M&A at LionTree Advisors. While at LionTree, Houston worked on both public and private transactions ranging from working with founder-owned businesses to MGM’s sale to Amazon. In addition to his day-to-day role as an analyst, Houston also helped lead the firm’s junior recruitment efforts. Outside of work, Houston enjoys taking advantage of New York’s diverse restaurant scene and New York Rangers games at MSG. Before moving to the East Coast for college, Houston grew up on a grain and livestock farm in southern Wisconsin working alongside his brothers to help grow the family’s agricultural businesses.