FOUNDER

David C. Branch, Founder of Viper Partners, has a 30-year career in business growth strategies, Private Equity, and Finance. Recognized as a 2018 “Top 100 in Finance” honoree, he specializes in aligning businesses with Private Equity for optimal growth.

His expertise encompasses the technology, hospitality, and medical industries. Having bought and sold over 100 companies for his own portfolio, Dave favors working with non-integrated DSO and MSO models. His proficiency in roll-ups and platforms contributes to successful M&A transactions. Notably, Dave built his own MSO from a single location into the largest radiology company in the SE United States in partnership with GE Capital.

A Hall of Fame Athlete, TV personality, world tailgating champion, and lifetime sports enthusiast, Dave lives in Palm Beach and coveted South of Fifth, South Beach, Miami.

President

Samir Qureshi is the President of Viper Partners and a seasoned executive with over 15 years of experience in the healthcare industry. He specializes in complex business transactions, fostering relationships with sell-side clients, private equity groups, and strategic buyers. His extensive expertise in transaction advisory has been instrumental in driving successful partnerships.

Previously, Samir was the Managing Director of Practice Acquisitions at ChenMed, a national primary care group focused on value-based care. Before that, he served as Vice President of Business Development at Cancer Treatment Centers of America, where he led national efforts in acquisitions, growth, and development to expand CTCA’s comprehensive cancer care network.

Samir holds a bachelor’s degree in finance from Florida International University and an MBA from the University of Florida.

Vice President of Underwriting

Robert Toscanini is the Vice President of Underwriting at Viper Partners, where he has been an integral part of the team for the past five+ years. With over two decades of experience in the financial industry, Rob brings a wealth of expertise to M&A transactions, overseeing pre-LOI diligence and conducting in-depth financial analysis to drive successful deal execution. 

His background spans risk management, qualitative and quantitative analysis, derivatives trading, and both residential and commercial real estate transactions. Rob’s ability to assess financial complexities effectively makes him a vital asset to Viper Partners’ Underwriting and Packaging team. 

Originally from New York, Rob now resides in Jupiter, Florida, where he enjoys life with his family.

Vice President of Business Development

Manny is a versatile and seasoned Business Development professional in the Finance industry, bringing a wealth of experience and expertise in healthcare, commercial finance, commercial real estate, and the family office industry. 

As the Vice President of our Dental Division, Manny has cultivated a notable track record of hands-on collaboration with clients and buyers throughout the ever-changing Healthcare marketplace. He excels at identifying tailored solutions for their various complex needs and he prides himself on execution and generating tangible results. His unique ability to lead and influence others distinguishes him within the industry, showcasing his tenacity and relentless pursuit of both professional and personal accomplishments. 

Manny is passionate about deal making and client success, he is dedicated to moving the needle forward in any way possible for his clients and his partners. 

Director, GTM Strategy

Evan Morales is the Director of Go-to-Market (GTM) Strategy at Viper Partners, where he develops and executes growth strategies to drive business success.

Prior to joining Viper, Evan was an early team member of a tech startup led by former executives and managing partners from Accenture and HPE. There, he spearheaded market expansion, strategic planning, and driving outcomes across sectors such as Software, IT Services & Consulting, Healthcare, and Banking.

Evan holds a bachelor’s degree in strategic communication analysis and earned a certificate from the IBM & Darden Digital Strategy Specialization program at the University of Virginia Darden School of Business. Based in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, Evan enjoys the beach, trying new restaurants, and relaxing with his girlfriend, mini dachshund, and chihuahua.

Vice President of M&A

Juan Lacouture joined Viper Partners in January 2025 as the Vice President of Mergers & Acquisitions. In this role, he is responsible for managing Viper's clients from letter of intent to close. He leads the due diligence process and ensures that all transactions close smoothly. Prior to joining Viper, Juan spent four years at a boutique sell-side investment bank, working on over $4 billion of closed transactions. He brings a high level of professionalism and extensive experience in managing complex transactions to the firm. 

Juan has a bachelor's degree in economics from the University of Florida. He lives in West Palm Beach with his wife Melissa, a dentist, their dog Simba, and they are expecting their first child this spring.