Deshawn Peterson

Director, Advisor Relations

Deshawn Peterson joined PPB Capital Partners in 2022, bringing a decade of experience in a variety of  business development functions. His role is vital to the advisor relations team, as he supports PPB’s client-facing associates. He coordinates the business development infrastructure through a centralized project reporting process that encompasses marketing, business development, CIO activities and other initiatives related to PPB’s business goals.

With experience across several industries—ranging from technology to financial services—Deshawn’s professional life has taken him around the world, gaining a global perspective on capital markets and client needs. In his most recent role, he was based in Shanghai, China where he was a wealth manager advising global high-net-worth individuals across eastern Asia.

Deshawn lives in Philadelphia, is a fitness enthusiast and speaks Mandarin. He enjoys outdoor activities and participating in distance obstacle course races, such as Spartan Races. Deshawn appreciates reading and maintains a personal goal of reading one book a month. He is a native of Detroit and received his bachelor’s degree from Western Michigan University.