Philip Colaco

Director/Board Member at

Make-A-Wish Foundation of America

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Philip C.
Colaco is the founder of McColl Partners LLC, which was founded in 2001.
He held the title of Managing Director from 2001 to 2012.
Currently, he is the Director at Make-A-Wish Foundation of America since 2023.
Mr. Colaco has worked as a Director at Trinity Episcopal School, and as a Principal at Lehman Brothers, Inc., First Union Securities, and Bowles Hollowell Conner & Co. Mr. Colaco has an undergraduate degree from the University of Virginia and an MBA from The University of Chicago.

Philip Colaco active positions

Companies	Position	Start
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America Make-A-Wish Foundation of America Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Operates as a charitable organization	Director/Board Member	21/09/2023

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Companies	Position	End
Trinity Episcopal School Trinity Episcopal School Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Trinity Episcopal School is an independent, accredited K-8 Episcopal school serving approximately 435 students. The private company is based in Charlotte, NC. The school emphasizes academic excellence within a nurturing, inclusive environment that supports intellectual, social, emotional, physical, and spiritual growth. Its educational philosophy integrates a strong Episcopal identity that celebrates diversity and inclusivity, welcoming students regardless of race, heritage, religion, gender identity, or other factors. Trinity offers a developmentally appropriate, interdisciplinary curriculum with small class sizes and a workshop-style learning approach. The school fosters critical thinking, creativity, leadership, and community engagement, and features a comprehensive service-learning initiative where each grade partners with local organizations to address community needs through year-long projects. The middle school program builds on lower school foundations, emphasizing active learning, enrichment in arts, physical education, faith studies, and social-emotional development. Leadership opportunities and a strong honor code promote integrity, responsibility, and kindness. Trinity is committed to accessibility and equity, providing significant financial aid and engaging in ongoing philanthropy to secure its future. The school maintains non-discrimination policies and is affiliated with multiple independent and Episcopal school associations.	Director/Board Member	-
Lehman Brothers, Inc. Lehman Brothers, Inc. Investment Banks/BrokersFinance Provides investment banking services	Corporate Officer/Principal	-
Bowles Hollowell Conner & Co. Bowles Hollowell Conner & Co. Investment ManagersFinance Provides investment banking services with a focus on the middle market	Corporate Officer/Principal	-
First Union Securities First Union Securities Major BanksFinance National commercial bank	Corporate Officer/Principal	-
McColl Partners LLC McColl Partners LLC Investment ManagersFinance Provides investment banking services	Founder	-

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Private companies	8
Lehman Brothers, Inc. Lehman Brothers, Inc. Investment Banks/BrokersFinance Provides investment banking services	Finance
University of Virginia University of Virginia Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University	Consumer Services
First Union Securities First Union Securities Major BanksFinance National commercial bank	Finance
McColl Partners LLC McColl Partners LLC Investment ManagersFinance Provides investment banking services	Finance
Bowles Hollowell Conner & Co. Bowles Hollowell Conner & Co. Investment ManagersFinance Provides investment banking services with a focus on the middle market	Finance
The University of Chicago The University of Chicago Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University	Consumer Services
Make-A-Wish Foundation of America Make-A-Wish Foundation of America Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Operates as a charitable organization	Commercial Services
Trinity Episcopal School Trinity Episcopal School Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Trinity Episcopal School is an independent, accredited K-8 Episcopal school serving approximately 435 students. The private company is based in Charlotte, NC. The school emphasizes academic excellence within a nurturing, inclusive environment that supports intellectual, social, emotional, physical, and spiritual growth. Its educational philosophy integrates a strong Episcopal identity that celebrates diversity and inclusivity, welcoming students regardless of race, heritage, religion, gender identity, or other factors. Trinity offers a developmentally appropriate, interdisciplinary curriculum with small class sizes and a workshop-style learning approach. The school fosters critical thinking, creativity, leadership, and community engagement, and features a comprehensive service-learning initiative where each grade partners with local organizations to address community needs through year-long projects. The middle school program builds on lower school foundations, emphasizing active learning, enrichment in arts, physical education, faith studies, and social-emotional development. Leadership opportunities and a strong honor code promote integrity, responsibility, and kindness. Trinity is committed to accessibility and equity, providing significant financial aid and engaging in ongoing philanthropy to secure its future. The school maintains non-discrimination policies and is affiliated with multiple independent and Episcopal school associations.	Consumer Services