Ron Miller joined Cascade Partners in 2023 as a Managing Director following the acquisition of BlueWater Partners, the firm he founded and led for more than 20 years. He brings over 50 years of experience as an advisor, senior executive, and shareholder of middle-market companies across a wide range of industries. Prior to founding BlueWater, Ron served as President, CEO, and shareholder of several privately held manufacturing and distribution companies with revenues under $100 million, spanning industries including pharmaceuticals, metals, plastics, graphic design, and wood products.

Ron has led more than 75 sell-side and buy-side investment banking engagements, representing both highly profitable and distressed manufacturing companies. In restructuring roles, he has served as Chief Restructuring Officer, Receiver, and financial and operational advisor, bringing deep expertise across both finance and operations.

He excels at developing tailored strategic solutions to address each client’s specific challenges. He has served on multiple private company boards, providing strategic guidance that has driven revenue growth, improved profitability, and delivered strong shareholder outcomes.

Ron is board member of two privately held companies and an active member of the Turnaround Management Association (TMA). He is former Chairman of Champions for Children, Children’s Law Center, Vice Chairman of the Children’s Advocacy Center and Child & Family Resource Council, and board member of Michigan’s Children and the American Cancer Society.