Wilson Neely Recognized as the "Dealmaker of the Week" by AmLaw Daily
Simpson Thacher partner Wilson Neely has been recognized by the AmLaw Daily as this week's "Dealmaker of the Week" for leading the Simpson Thacher team that helped Blackstone secure financing and broker the $2.7 billion leveraged buyout of AB InBev’s Busch Entertainment amusement park business, including Sea World and Busch Gardens. The American Lawyer recognized it is one of the biggest leveraged buyout deals since the beginning of the market downturn in mid-2007. Mr. Neely noted that this deal may signal a turning point in the private equity market, saying “The frozen tundra is thawing, and I think this is an indicator of that."