Personnel
Senior personnel moves at private equity firms, venture capital GPs, hedge funds, placement agents, and institutional LPs. Partner promotions, MD hires, IR leadership changes, and fundraising team moves.
Amulet Capital promotes Sam Brinkley to partner
Amulet Capital promoted healthcare dealmaker Sam Brinkley to partner after he joined in 2020 and was promoted to principal in 2024, according to PE Hub.
HarbourVest names Tony Ranaldi to lead Private Credit Evergreen portfolio management
HarbourVest Partners appointed private credit veteran Tony Ranaldi as managing director of Evergreen Portfolio Management as it expands evergreen private credit offerings.
Vision Ridge Partners names Jason O’Briant head of Portfolio Talent
Vision Ridge Partners has appointed Jason O’Briant as head of Portfolio Talent in a newly created role spanning executive assessment, recruitment, and organisational design.
The Vistria Group hires Jeff Hawkins to help drive growth at portfolio companies
The Vistria Group has hired Jeff Hawkins, who joins from JPH Revenue Partners where he was an operating partner, according to Buyouts Insider.
CVC names TPG veteran Todd Sisitsky co-CEO from Q1 2028 in succession plan
CVC Capital Partners appointed TPG president Todd Sisitsky as co-CEO from Q1 2028 alongside Peter Rutland as Rob Lucas prepares to step down, according to Private Equity Wire.
BlackRock TCP Capital Corp CEO Phil Tseng to step down after portfolio overhaul
Phil Tseng resigned as CEO of BlackRock TCP Capital Corp on 31 August, with Jason Mehring appointed CEO as the listed private credit vehicle pursues a major portfolio overhaul.
HIG Capital appoints ex-Blackstone executive Younghee Choi as Head of Asia
HIG Capital has named former Blackstone executive Younghee Choi as Head of Asia within its Capital Formation Group, based in Hong Kong.
Arini appoints Ben Kunstler as head of hybrid capital to expand private credit platform
Alternative asset manager Arini has appointed former Bain Capital partner Ben Kunstler as head of hybrid capital as it builds out its private markets platform.
VCJ profiles Prysm Capital managing partner Jay Park on childhood in Seoul and parenting
Venture Capital Journal published a profile of Prysm Capital managing partner Jay Park discussing his childhood in Seoul and why parenting has made him a better investor.
IMCO names Ana Elia head of private equity; program entering “more mature phase”
Ana Elia, promoted to head of private equity at IMCO in 2024, said the PE program is entering a more mature phase after more than five years of outsized growth.
HOOPP Global Private Equity Chief Lori Hall-Kimm Leaves for New Role
Lori Hall-Kimm departs HOOPP after PE assets rose to CAD24.2bn; Mark Cormier and Roman Gula named interim co-heads.
Dell Technologies Capital MD Shares Deep Tech and AI Views
Dell Technologies Capital managing director Daniel Docter discusses founder evaluation, firm network, and AI effects on SaaS in Crunchbase News interview.
BTG Pactual Expands Performing Credit Team with Senior Hires
BTG Pactual Global Alternatives has added two senior executives to its performing credit business as it scales its $10.9bn alternatives arm.
Sun Life U.S. Wins Milwaukee Top Workplaces Award for Third Year
Sun Life U.S. has been recognized as a 2026 Top Workplace by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, marking its third consecutive win, according to PR Newswire.
Oaktree Senior Asia Credit Executive Pedro Urquidi Set to Depart
Pedro Urquidi, a senior executive at Oaktree Capital, is expected to leave the firm after more than two decades, amid its Asia-focused activities.
Hawaii Pension Fund Launches Search for New CIO
Hawaii's pension fund seeks a replacement for CIO Kristin Varela, who has moved to lead NMSIC's investment activity.
Maple Park Capital Appoints Grant Mueller as Vice President
Maple Park Capital has hired Grant Mueller as Vice President for its investment team, according to Private Equity Wire.
August Equity Announces Five Promotions Following Fund VI Close
UK private equity firm August Equity promotes five staff members after successfully closing its £350 million Fund VI at the end of 2025.
August Equity Announces Five Promotions
UK private equity firm August Equity promotes five staff members after closing its £350 million Fund VI.
DCM Veteran David Cheng Joins Costanoa Ventures
David Cheng, a DCM veteran, is moving to Costanoa due to AI's impact on venture capital and their dedication to a smaller portfolio of startups.
Apollo's Americas Client Coverage Head Exits After Four Years
Dennis Cornell has departed from his role leading client coverage for the Americas at Apollo Global Management after approximately four years, amid personnel shifts in the firm's capital solutions bus
Apollo’s Americas Client Coverage Head Exits Firm After Four Years
Dennis Cornell has left Apollo Global Management after approximately four years, amid personnel changes in the capital solutions business.
Rally Ventures Appoints Liz Benz as Operating Partner
Rally Ventures, focused on early-stage business technology, has appointed Liz Benz as Operating Partner to support portfolio companies and firm initiatives.
Ares Appoints Former Goldman Sachs Exec as Asia Credit Head
Ares Management Corp names E G Morse as partner and head of Asia credit, succeeding Edwin Wong amid regional leadership changes.
Ares Management Appoints E G Morse as Head of Asia Credit
Ares Management Corp names E G Morse, a former Goldman Sachs executive, as partner and head of Asia credit in Hong Kong, succeeding Edwin Wong who retires in June.
Petrichor Appoints Paul J. Sekhri as Operating Partner
Petrichor, a growth-focused healthcare and life sciences investment firm, has appointed Paul J. Sekhri as Operating Partner, drawing on his over 35 years of experience in biotech and pharmaceuticals.
CVC's Cathrin Petty and Manna Tree's Ellie Rubenstein Named in PE Hub's Women in PE; Blackstone to Launch PMG Sale
PE Hub reports the recognition of two executives in private equity and an upcoming sale by Blackstone, along with another acquisition in legal services.
Permira and MiddleGround Executives Named in PE Hub's Women in PE
Silvia Oteri of Permira and Christen Paras of MiddleGround have been recognized in PE Hub and Buyouts' Women in PE, while firms like Carlyle target caregiver services for its fragmentation and resilie
Permira and MiddleGround Executives Named in PE Hub Women in PE Awards
Silvia Oteri of Permira and Christen Paras of MiddleGround have been recognized in PE Hub and Buyouts' Women in PE, while firms like Carlyle target the caregiver services sector for its fragmentation
Argand Partners Promotes Gerald Lizzo to Vice President
Middle-market private equity firm Argand Partners has elevated Gerald Lizzo to Vice President after his prior roles within the firm.
HCI Equity Partners Rebrands as Oridian Capital Partners
Lower middle-market private equity firm HCI Equity Partners is rebranding as Oridian Capital Partners, reflecting a prior leadership transition and strategic evolution.
Jolt Capital Appoints Dr. Tara Akhavan as Value Creation Partner
European private equity firm Jolt Capital names Dr. Tara Akhavan to its value creation team, effective 1 May 2026, to boost portfolio performance.
Jolt Capital Names Dr. Tara Akhavan as Value Creation Partner
European private equity firm Jolt Capital has appointed Dr. Tara Akhavan to its value creation team, effective May 1, 2026, to boost portfolio performance.
Apollo Global Management Plans Second US Headquarters in Florida or Texas
Apollo Global Management is considering south Florida or Texas for a second US HQ to support talent acquisition and operational growth, amid a trend of financial firms relocating to the Sun Belt.
Apollo Plans Second US HQ in Florida or Texas
Apollo Global Management is considering south Florida or Texas for a second US headquarters to support talent acquisition and operational growth.
Christen Paras Advances at MiddleGround Capital in Women in PE Spotlight
Christen Paras takes on leadership roles at MiddleGround Capital and sponsors initiatives for female empowerment, as featured in a 2026 article.
Christen Paras Leads Teams at MiddleGround Capital and Sponsors Women's Initiatives
Christen Paras at MiddleGround Capital has taken on leadership roles and supports female empowerment through the firm's Women’s Wing, as detailed in a Buyouts Insider article.
Christen Paras Leads Teams at MiddleGround Capital in Women in PE
Christen Paras advances at MiddleGround Capital and sponsors the firm's Women’s Wing for female empowerment, as detailed in a Buyouts Insider article.
Buyouts Insider Releases April 2026 Issue on Women in Private Equity and PE Trends
The April 2026 issue of Buyouts profiles 10 women in private equity, highlights from PEI’s third annual NEXUS conference, and discusses challenges in PE exits.
Buyouts Magazine Releases April 2026 Issue on Women in Private Equity
The April 2026 issue of Buyouts profiles 10 women in private equity and covers PEI’s third annual NEXUS conference and challenges in PE exits.
Citco Relocates Luxembourg Office to Bolster Private Markets Growth
Citco announces relocation of its Luxembourg office to support expansion in private markets, effective April 2026, amid its role as a leading asset servicer.
Patria Private Equity Trust Appoints Duncan Budge as New Chair
Patria Private Equity Trust PLC names Duncan Budge as its new chair, replacing Alan Devine after the annual general meeting.
Patria Private Equity Trust Appoints New Chair
Patria Private Equity Trust PLC has named Duncan Budge as its new chair, replacing Alan Devine after the annual general meeting.
Bank of America Launches Private Capital M&A Group for PE Exits
Bank of America has established a new Private Capital M&A Group to address demand for flexible exit options in private equity, as reported by Private Equity Wire.
BNP Paribas Asset Management Appoints Isabelle Scemama as Deputy CEO
BNP Paribas Asset Management has named Isabelle Scemama as Deputy Chief Executive Officer while she continues as Global Head of BNPP Asset Management Alts.
Nurse Capital Appoints Dan Weberg as General Partner
Venture capital firm Nurse Capital announces Dan Weberg, a healthcare innovation expert, as its new General Partner, according to a PR Newswire release.
Freshstream Promotes Two to Partner and Expands Team
Freshstream Investment Partners promotes Tom Carroll and Gilles Gradassi to Partner and hires three new staff members to bolster its operations in Europe.
Honigman Expands Chicago Private Equity Team with New Partners
Law firm Honigman has appointed two new partners to its Chicago private equity practice, according to a report by Private Equity Wire.
Honigman Expands Chicago Private Equity Team with Two New Partners
Law firm Honigman has added two partners to its Chicago private equity practice, according to a report by Private Equity Wire.
ECI Partners Appoints David Danon as Investment Team Partner
Mid-market private equity firm ECI Partners has appointed David Danon, who spent nearly 20 years at Bain Capital, as a partner in its investment team.
