Axon Partners Group, a leading technology investment and consulting firm, announces the appointment of Chema Guillamot as Senior Manager within the Sustainability and Energy Transition Investment Team.

Guillamot brings extensive experience in energy transition and sustainable investments. He previously led investment initiatives at Kira Ventures, where he focused on early stage startups shaping the future of clean energy. Before that, he was part of Alantra’s Energy Transition team, contributing to strategic transactions in the sector. His roles at Enagás and BNP Paribas gave him in-depth knowledge of infrastructure finance, carbon markets, and sustainable investment strategies.

At Axon, Guillamot will play a key role in identifying and supporting pioneering companies advancing the energy transition, further reinforcing the firm’s commitment to sustainability and innovation.

This appointment strengthens Axon’s capabilities in the sustainability sector, a strategic area for the firm. Chema’s expertise will be instrumental in expanding the company’s presence in sustainable investments, aligning with the organization’s strategic objectives.

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SANTA BARBARA, CA—QAD, a leading provider of cloud-based solutions for manufacturers and supply chains, today announced the appointment of Sanjay Brahmawar, formerly CEO of Software AG, as its new Chief Executive Officer. Sanjay begins in his new role on March 17, succeeding Anton Chilton, who is stepping back from his role after more than 20 years of service.

During his time at Software AG, Sanjay drove a transformation program that saw the business evolve into a modern growth company. His focus on clarity of vision and high-quality execution saw the Company enhance its reputation for product leadership, build a leading customer-centric go-to-market organization, and sharpen its offering through high-quality M&A.

Prior to Software AG, Sanjay held several senior positions at IBM, including managing global revenue for Watson IoT. His strong track record of relevant experience also includes roles at PwC, FedEx, DSM and Honda.

He begins his time at QAD with a clear mission to drive growth through product innovation and customer success.

Charles Goodman, Chairman of the QAD Board of Directors and Thoma Bravo Operating Partner, expressed strong support for the new leadership: “Sanjay joins QAD at a pivotal time in its journey. His expertise in innovation and his strong sense of customer needs make him the perfect choice to lead us forward.”

Sanjay Brahmawar, incoming CEO of QAD, added: “I’m incredibly excited to lead QAD into this next phase of growth and success. I want our customers to know I value their trust and am 100% committed to their success. And I want our people to know that we’re going to work hard together to build a QAD that plays to win.”

Anton Chilton will be available through May 2025 to ensure a seamless transition. Under his leadership, QAD enhanced its core capabilities through strategic acquisitions, including Redzone Connected Workforce and LiveJourney Process Intelligence. These additions have bolstered the optimization of People, Process, and Systems, empowering frontline workers with real-time collaboration tools and providing advanced process mining to streamline operations.

About QAD
QAD Inc. is a leading provider of next-generation manufacturing and supply chain solutions in the cloud. A Thoma Bravo portfolio company since its acquisition in 2021, QAD empowers global manufacturers and supply chains facing ever-increasing disruption. QAD solutions help customers rapidly adapt to change and innovate for competitive advantage. For more information, visit www.qad.com.

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We are seeking an Investment Intern for the autumn of 2025

Are You Ready to Make an Impact?
Are you a highly motivated and talented individual with a passion for supporting companies in achieving their full potential? We are currently seeking a full-time Investment Intern to join us for the autumn of 2025. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience in the field of investment and become an integral member of our team.

What You’ll Do
As an Investment Intern, you will:

• Analyse potential platform investments
• Prepare financial models and valuation materials
• Evaluate add-on opportunities
• Support the implementation of strategic initiatives within our portfolio companies

What We’re Looking For
We value collaborative team players who can work effectively within a group. However, you will also be entrusted with substantial responsibility, making attention to detail and a proactive approach essential. In addition, the ideal candidate should demonstrate and fulfill the following qualities and criteria:

• Prior work experience in investment banking, management consulting, or within another investment firm is preferred
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Fluency in both Swedish and English
• Currently in their third, fourth, or fifth year of studies, or a recent graduate

How to apply
If you are interested in the position, kindly submit your CV, cover letter and academic transcript to recruitment@accentequity.se no later than 4th of April. We recruit on a rolling basis, so early submissions are encouraged.

For any inquiries, please reach out to Jesper Björkman at jesper.bjorkman@accentequity.se.

About Accent Equity
Accent Equity has since 1994 invested in private Nordic companies where a new partner or owner can serve as a catalyst. Our ambition is to invest in and develop the companies to be Nordic, European or Global leaders through a professional, hands-on and long-term oriented approach that results in superior and sustainable returns.

DALLAS, March 11, 2025—Likewize, a leading global provider of tech protection and support, today announced the appointment of Ryan O’Hara as Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Mr. O’Hara succeeds Rod Millar, who has served as CEO since 2019.

Mr. O’Hara is a proven and accomplished leader, having previously served as CEO of several high-growth companies, including 2-10 Home Buyers Warranty, Shutterfly, Realtor.com, and The Topps Company. Throughout his career, he has successfully led these organizations to long-term, sustainable growth, working closely with his teams to drive innovation, operational excellence, financial discipline, and customer-centricity. Mr. O’Hara has served as a member of the Likewize Board of Directors since October 2024.

“I am incredibly excited to join Likewize and honored to lead such a dynamic and innovative company,” said O’Hara. “I’ve been impressed by Likewize’s talented team and strong momentum, rooted in its best-in-class products and loyal blue-chip customer base, including some of the largest and most recognized brands in over 30 countries. I look forward to working with the team as well as Likewize’s investors Genstar Capital and Brightstar Capital Partners to grow the business and best support consumers and customers alike.”

“I can’t think of a better leader to guide Likewize to its next chapter of growth and innovation. Ryan is a seasoned CEO who brings a deep passion for leading teams and driving customer success. His experience as a Board member and a former Genstar portfolio company CEO will be invaluable, and I’m confident he’ll be a tremendous addition to the talented team at Likewize,” said Ryan Clark, President and Managing Partner at Genstar Capital. “I would also like to sincerely thank Rod for his leadership and dedication to the organization. We wish him all the best in his future endeavors.”
Mr. O’Hara holds a Master of Business Administration from Harvard Business School and a bachelor’s degree in economics from Stanford University.

About Likewize

When your tech goes wrong, Likewize makes it right. Likewize offers the most comprehensive protection against any technology disruption. Whether a device is lost, stolen, damaged, malfunctioning, in need of an upgrade, or is in need of general troubleshooting, Likewize provides the solution. Trusted by the world’s largest brands including, telecommunications companies, financial institutions and retailers. Likewize operates in over 30 countries, resolving 250 million problems each year across insurance, warranty, repairs, trade-ins, recycling, and premium tech support. For more information, please visit: www.likewize.com.

About Genstar Capital

Genstar Capital (www.gencap.com) is a leading private equity firm that has been actively investing in high-quality companies for over 30 years. Based in San Francisco, Genstar works in partnership with its management teams and its network of strategic advisors to transform its portfolio companies into industry-leading businesses. Genstar currently has approximately $49 billion of assets under management and targets investments focused on targeted segments of the financial services, software, healthcare, and industrials industries.

About Brightstar Capital Partners

Brightstar Capital Partners is a middle market private equity firm focused on investing in industrial, manufacturing, and services businesses where Brightstar believes it can drive significant value with respect to the management, operations, and strategic direction of the business. Brightstar employs an operationally intensive “Us & Us” approach that leverages its extensive experience and relationship network to help companies reach their full potential. For more information, please visit www.brightstarcp.com.

Contact:

For Likewize:
Ryan Hill
Ryan.Hill@likewize.com

For Genstar Capital:
FGS Global
GenstarCapital@fgsglobal.com

March 6, 2025 – Boston, MA – Charlesbank Capital Partners, a middle-market private investment firm, is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Treisman as Managing Director, General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer. Mr. Treisman has over 20 years of experience advising private fund managers and is well-known in the private equity, credit and legal communities.

For the past 10 years, Mr. Treisman has worked in-house at Bain Capital, where he was a Partner and the global General Counsel to the firm’s Special Situations, Credit, Public Equity, Insurance and Partnership Strategies businesses since 2018. During his time at Bain Capital, Mr. Treisman was integrally involved in the management and growth of these businesses.

Mr. Treisman has extensive experience negotiating and structuring complex transactions and fundraisings, overseeing litigation and regulatory matters, and handling a wide range of corporate and operational issues. Earlier in his career, he was the Chief Legal Officer and Chief Compliance Officer for Tiger Management LLC and held senior legal roles across multiple businesses at Citi Alternative Investments.

“We are delighted to welcome Michael to Charlesbank. With his wealth of experience as a private fund general counsel and deep knowledge of regulatory and compliance matters, we are confident that he will transition smoothly into this role and prove to be a great addition to our leadership team,” said Josh Klevens, Managing Director and Chief Operating Officer at Charlesbank.

Mr. Treisman received a JD from Duke University School of Law in 2000 and a BA from the University of Pennsylvania in 1994.

Former intelligence leader brings more than 30 years of experience leveraging advanced technology to combat security threats

BOCA RATON, Fla.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–AE Industrial Partners, LP (“AE Industrial”), a private equity firm specializing in National Security, Aerospace, and Industrial Services, today announced the appointment of Andrew (“Andy”) G. Boyd as an Operating Partner.

“Andy has been instrumental in leading worldwide intelligence operations to combat cyber threats and brings a wealth of private sector and government experience to the firm,” said Michael Greene, Co-CEO and Managing Partner at AE Industrial. “We look forward to leveraging Andy’s deep expertise in cyber operations, intelligence collection, counterterrorism, strategic analysis, and risk mitigation as we continue to expand our footprint in the national security space.”

Boyd joins AE Industrial following an intelligence and security career that spans three decades. For over ten years he was a Senior Intelligence Service Officer in the Central Intelligence Agency’s Directorate of Operations. This culminated with him being named the Director of the CIA’s Center for Cyber Intelligence, which is responsible for intelligence collection, analysis, and operations related to foreign cyber threats to U.S. interests. In this role, he interacted with the White House, Congress, and other senior officials and foreign partners across the globe. Most recently, Boyd established Faze 2 Strategy, which provides counsel to growth phase technology companies seeking to maximize their defensive and offensive cyber capabilities.

“The world is facing increasingly complex security threats that require fresh thinking, investment, and new technology,” said Boyd. “I look forward to working with the team at AE Industrial and its portfolio companies to drive innovation, develop new opportunities and advance our leadership position in national security.”

Boyd currently serves on the Board of Directors of AE Industrial portfolio companies CASE and REDLattice. Following his retirement, he served as an Adjunct Professor in Cyber Policy at Johns Hopkins University School for Advanced International Studies. He is currently a contributor on CBS News regarding intelligence, counterterrorism, and cybersecurity issues. He received a Bachelor of Science degree in History from the U.S. Air Force Academy and holds a Master of Arts degree in International Relations and Affairs from the Catholic University of America and a Master of Science in Strategic Policy from the National War College.

About AE Industrial Partners:
AE Industrial Partners is a private investment firm with $5.6 billion of assets under management focused on highly specialized markets including national security, aerospace, and industrial services. AE Industrial Partners has completed more than 130 investments in market-leading companies that benefit from its deep industry knowledge, operating experience, and network of relationships across the sectors where the firm invests. With a commitment to driving value creation in partnership with the management teams of its portfolio companies, AE Industrial Partners invests across private equity, venture capital, and aerospace leasing.

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