Role Call
13 November 2023
The digital CFO
While most CFOs would protest at the idea of their entire role being outsourced, an example of a plug-in CFO service is the upcoming launch of Corvus Group. Is it time to outsource the CFO entirely?
16 October 2023
A&M appoints generative AI practice head
Anil Kumar will be supported by consulting lead David McGraw and CTO Chaz Henry
9 October 2023
Sonen appoints head of impact engagement
Amanda Feldman has previously co-founded portfolio initiative programme the Impact Management Project
5 October 2023
The roots of diversity
A diverse hiring process should focus on removing unconscious bias at the roots of your business rather than just getting the optics right
3 August 2023
The Drawdown Awards winners: Graeme Ardus
Graeme Ardus, head of ESG at Triton Partners, was named ESG Professional of the Year at The Drawdown Awards 2023
17 July 2023
The Drawdown Awards winners: Kristy Trieste
Kristy Trieste, founding partner of Motive Partners, was named Chief Financial Officer of the Year at The Drawdown Awards 2023
8 June 2023
The Drawdown Awards 2023: Winners announced
Congratulations to all of the winners of The Drawdown Awards 2023
20 March 2023
Role call: head of talent
More importance is being placed on the role of chief talent officer and the value it can bring. What competitive edge does it provide?
8 March 2023
Embrace (private) equity
This International Women’s Day, the theme is ‘embrace equity’. We spoke to Jacqueline Taiwo, co-founder of Black Women in Asset Management, to understand her firm’s impact
30 January 2023
The conversation: True outsourcing?
At a recent Breakfast Briefing event held in London, a panel of experts discussed the realities of co-sourcing, and asked if the approach really can allow CFOs to control their data
25 January 2023
Diversity and inclusion executive search firm launches
Follett Parker aims to help women fill senior roles within private equity
25 January 2023
Crestbridge appoints senior risk and compliance officer
Marie Morris joins from Butterfield Bank to assume the roles of director and money laundering compliance officer
24 January 2023
Simpson Thacher appoints financial regulatory lawyer
Stephanie Biggs joins from Travers Smith to co-lead the firm’s European financial services and funds regulatory team
23 January 2023
Aztec Group appoints CEO
Kathryn Purves to assume CEO role as Edward Moore, founder of Aztec Group, becomes chair of the group board
23 January 2023
Pantheon appoints chief financial officer
Dean Maines joins the firm as CFO and partner, as two senior operations team members are promoted to partner
20 January 2023
Ares Capital appoints first COO
Jana Markowicz is appointed to the newly created role after 18 years’ service at the firm
19 January 2023
Profile: Rebecca Roberts, Conviction VC
Co-founder and COO of Conviction VC, Rebecca Roberts, comments on the importance of understanding the needs of her team when building a successful enterprise
17 January 2023
Apex acquires Luxembourg’s ALFI Partners
The acquisition aims to deliver a cross-border fund-distribution solution
16 January 2023
Deal breakers
A guide for hiring managers and female candidates when striving to fill senior-level positions
13 January 2023
Pinsent Masons acquires Morgan Green Advisory
Law firm expands its ESG services by joining forces with sustainability finance consultancy
5 January 2023
Pinsent’s Bowen joins K&L to launch Dublin office
Gayle Bowen is joined by Shane Geraghty and Michelle Lloyd as founding partners
21 December 2022
MJ Hudson appoints director in ESG and sustainability team
Mark Thompson joins MJ Hudson’s London office
18 July 2022
Role call: occupational psychologist
With more importance placed on the minds of PE practitioners in order for them to perform at their very best, should GPs consider hiring an occupational psychologist?
22 June 2022
Gen Z call for PE to boost ESG credentials
Private equity firms should better highlight their ESG credentials if they want to secure the next generation of top talent within a fiercely competitive candidate market, new research finds.
14 June 2021
Role Call: D&I officer
The diversity & inclusion role is emerging in private equity, but how necessary is a dedicated officer?
14 December 2020
Class of 2020
A cross-section of industry practitioners share their greatest lessons of this year
3 September 2020
The fixer
The chief of staff role is emerging in private equity but what does it actually do, and do you need one?
13 February 2020
Tomorrow’s CFO leads
They will be expected to take on a leadership role as it adapts to the numerous regulation and technology changes going forward
18 November 2019
ESG Role Call
As LP demands on ESG continue to build, what types of skills and backgrounds should PE firms be looking for, and what does the role of ESG practitioner mean today?