Unither Pharmaceuticals welcomes Henrik Krüpper as new CEO

IK Partners

Paris (France), April 28, 2026 – Unither Pharmaceuticals (“Unither” or “the Group”), a leading European pharmaceutical contract development and manufacturing organisation (“CDMO”), is delighted to welcome Henrik Krüpper as Chief Executive Officer (“CEO”) of the Group, starting May 4. Henrik succeeds Eric Goupil, who has led the Group for more than 25 years and will continue to provide support in his new role as Chairman.

Henrik’s appointment marks the next phase in Unither’s growth journey and forms part of a planned and carefully managed succession process. The Group’s priorities, culture and long-term objectives remain focused on innovation and delivering high-quality solutions that meet clients’ manufacturing needs, particularly in Blow-Fill-Seal (“BFS”) products and liquid stick-packs.

Henrik brings over 25 years of experience across the specialty chemicals and pharmaceuticals sectors, having held senior roles at Siegfried and HCS Group. With a strong track record in strategic diversification, mergers and acquisitions and operational excellence, he is well suited to lead Unither through its next phase of growth.

Incumbent CEO Eric Goupil remains fully committed to Unither and will continue to support the Group in his new capacity as Chairman. Under Eric’s leadership, Unither has experienced sustained growth and strengthened its industrial footprint in France, the United States, Brazil and China, serving international clients worldwide. The Group has established itself as the global leader in Blow-Fill-Seal (BFS) unit-dose technology, with an annual production capacity of 5 billion doses.

Eric Goupil, outgoing CEO of Unither, said: “After many rewarding years at the helm of Unither, the time has come for me to hand over the reins. Together, we have built a strong industrial group, recognised for its reliability.
I am particularly proud of our teams. Their commitment has enabled Unither to grow, innovate and earn the lasting trust of our clients.
From the very beginning, our ambition has been to improve and simplify patients’ lives. From BFS technology to its extension into injectables with Euroject®, we have continuously evolved our expertise to meet future market needs.
Henrik has the experience and vision required to lead this next phase. I am handing over a dynamic company, well positioned to continue its development.”

Henrik Krüpper, incoming CEO of Unither, added: “I am delighted to be joining Unither at such an exciting point in its journey. The Group is built on a solid industrial foundation, recognised technological expertise and a strong culture of innovation. My priority will be to work alongside our teams to adequately support the Group’s growth for the benefit of our clients and, ultimately, patients.”

Biography of Henrik Krüpper

Henrik Krüpper holds an engineering degree and is of German nationality. He speaks German, English and French fluently. Prior to joining Unither Pharmaceuticals, he served since 2023 as Chief Operating Officer of the “Drug Substances” division at the Siegfried Group. He previously held executive leadership positions, notably as CEO of HCS Group.

About Unither Pharmaceuticals

Founded in Amiens in 1993, Unither Pharmaceuticals is an international pharmaceutical contract manufacturer specialising in the development and production of liquid formulations in unit-dose and multi-dose formats, including ophthalmic products, saline solutions and asthma medications using Blow-Fill-Seal (BFS) technology. The Group employs 2,300 people and operates eight production sites in France, the United States, Brazil and China, as well as an R&D centre in France. In 2025, Unither Pharmaceuticals generated revenue of €512 million. For more information, please visit: www.unither-pharma.com

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Back to Press Releases KKR Appoints Lauren Goodwin as Chief Investment Strategist for Global Wealth

KKR

NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Global investment firm KKR today announced the appointment of Lauren Goodwin as Managing Director and Chief Investment Strategist for the firm’s Global Wealth Solutions business. Ms. Goodwin, an experienced economist and portfolio strategist, will lead efforts to develop new practical tools for financial advisors and adapt KKR’s differentiated market insights for wirehouses, RIAs, private banks, and independent broker-dealers.

“We are delighted to welcome Lauren to KKR as we continue to invest in our wealth business with a focus on value-add resources designed for the needs of the advisor community,” said Doug Krupa, Partner and Head of Global Wealth Solutions, Americas at KKR. “Lauren brings a strong understanding of how macro forces and portfolio construction shape investment outcomes and has a genuine passion for educating and connecting with advisors. At a time when the asset management landscape is shifting rapidly and access to institutional-quality private market strategies has the potential to be transformative for individual investors, Lauren will strengthen how we engage with and support advisors in all market environments.”

In this role, Ms. Goodwin will draw on KKR’s 50 years of private markets investment experience and breadth of expertise, including adapting macro insights from KKR’s Global Macro & Asset Allocation (GMAA) team and geopolitical analysis from the KKR Global Institute (KGI), to provide advisors with education, applied research, and portfolio frameworks to help them incorporate private markets thoughtfully into client portfolios.

“We built KKR’s GMAA capabilities out of a conviction that macroeconomics should be embedded in everything we do, from deal underwriting to asset allocation to how we manage our own balance sheet,” said Henry McVey, CIO of KKR’s Balance Sheet and Head of GMAA. “Lauren has a proven ability to help advisors apply market insights directly to the portfolio decisions they make every day. In this evolving investment environment, how portfolios are constructed becomes even more critical, and we believe private markets play an increasingly important role as core building blocks.”

“Advisors have more information at their disposal than ever, but the macro landscape has only grown more complex and investors are under increasing pressure to rethink how they build portfolios,” said Ms. Goodwin. “I’ve been impressed by KKR’s commitment to pairing differentiated investment solutions with hands-on engagement and rigorous market research. The firm’s culture, scale, and dedication to the wealth channel will enable us to deliver uniquely actionable frameworks and insights to help advisors use private markets as a tool to enhance client portfolios.”

For over a decade, KKR’s Global Wealth Solutions team has worked with leading platforms and advisors to provide eligible individual investors access to the same investment capabilities, strategic partnership, and insights that KKR delivers for the world’s largest institutional investors. The K-Series evergreen products have been launched on over 180 distribution platforms and are enabling thousands of advisors to participate in all four of the firm’s private market asset classes – private equity, credit, real estate, and infrastructure. The firm continues to invest in its wealth platform through product innovation, strategic partnerships, and education initiatives, including Alternatives Unlocked and KKR Academy.

About Lauren Goodwin
Ms. Goodwin joins KKR from New York Life Investments, where she most recently served as Chief Market Strategist. In that role, she was responsible for delivering cross-asset market insights, guiding portfolio strategy, and representing the firm’s investment views to clients. She previously held senior roles within the firm’s Multi-Asset Solutions team focused on research, asset allocation, and thought leadership. Earlier in her career, she held roles at Wells Fargo, Frontier Strategy Group, J.P. Morgan, and the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD). Ms. Goodwin holds an M.A. in International Economics from Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS) and a B.A. in International Relations from the University of Southern California. She is a CFA charterholder.

About KKR Global Macro & Asset Allocation
Established in 2011 under the leadership of Henry McVey and comprising 60+ professionals globally, the GMAA team serves as a centralized research and investment strategy platform that informs how KKR invests, manages risk, and supports its portfolio companies across market cycles. The team produces regular macroeconomic outlooks, capital market assumptions, and timely perspectives on global developments, informed by the firm’s own investment activity and direct engagement with industry and government leaders around the world.

About KKR
KKR is a leading global investment firm that offers alternative asset management as well as capital markets and insurance solutions. KKR aims to generate attractive investment returns by following a patient and disciplined investment approach, employing world-class people and supporting growth in its portfolio companies and communities. KKR sponsors investment funds that invest in private equity, credit and real assets and has strategic partners that manage hedge funds. KKR’s insurance subsidiaries offer retirement, life and reinsurance products under the management of Global Atlantic Financial Group. References to KKR’s investments may include the activities of its sponsored funds and insurance subsidiaries. For additional information about KKR & Co. Inc. (NYSE: KKR), please visit KKR’s website at www.kkr.com. For additional information about Global Atlantic Financial Group, please visit Global Atlantic Financial Group’s website at www.globalatlantic.com.

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General Management Team announcement

Ardian

Further to the establishment of the General Management Team in September 2023, the Ardian Supervisory Committee and Dominique Senequier, CEO and Founder of Ardian, are pleased to announce the following appointments:

  • Mark Benedetti from Executive President to Co-CEO of Ardian, sharing the role jointly with Dominique Senequier.
  • Mathias Burghardt from Executive Vice-President to Executive President.
  • Vladimir Colas from Executive Vice-President to Executive President.
  • Jan Philipp Schmitz from Executive Vice-President to Executive President.

Nicolò Saidelli, member of the General Management Team, will continue in his role as Advisor to Dominique Senequier on strategy and acquisitions.

These new appointments will be effective after the next shareholders’ general meeting May 26, 2026.

“The General Management team has worked collaboratively and cohesively since it was established in 2023, guiding the firm’s direction through continued expansion and evolution. These appointments enhance our ability to build on our success under the strongest governance and overall management, enabling us to deliver enduring value for our clients and wider stakeholders.” Dominique Senequier, CEO and Founder, Ardian

“These appointments reflect a maturing of the roles and broader responsibilities of the General Management Team. The team brings together market-leading operators who have contributed significantly to Ardian’s development, and the Supervisory Committee wishes continued success to the team.” Patrick Thomas, Chairman of the Supervisory Committee, Ardian

About Ardian

In a world of constant evolution, Ardian stands out for its ability to anticipate, adapt, and turn challenges into opportunities. As a global, diversified private markets firm with 22 offices and more than 350 investment professionals worldwide, we provide investment and customized solutions that reflect new economic dynamics and help our clients remain resilient in a changing world.
We deliver multi-local expertise and long-term performance for our investors and partners as well as shared value for the broader society. Since Ardian’s inception in 1996, our pioneering approach to diversification and our ability to offer tailor-made solutions at scale have remained the heart of our strategy.
Through commitment, knowledge and technology, we bring lasting value to our companies and contribute positively to the whole industry.
Ardian currently manages or advises $200bn for more than 1,920 clients worldwide across Private Equity, Real Assets, and Credit.
Ardian. Mastering change for lasting value.

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Ardian strengthens its Supervisory Committee

Ardian

Ardian, a global private investment firm, announces the appointment of two new members to its Supervisory Committee. These appointments are made as part of the representation of Hermès and Wafra, two of the Group’s reference institutional shareholders.

Chaired by Patrick Thomas, the Supervisory Committee welcomes Mr. Eric du Halgouët, representing Hermès, a long-standing shareholder of Ardian since 2013, as well as Mr. Adel Alderbas, representing Wafra, which joined Ardian’s shareholding at the end of 2025.

Ardian’s Supervisory Committee is now composed of five members representing the reference shareholders (Patrick Thomas, Jean-Michel Verhaegen, François Morrisson, Eric du Halgouët and Adel Alderbas), two independent members (Sabine Chalmers and Rawdha Al Rumaithi), and three representatives of employee shareholders (Jennifer Ferrand, Hassina Harkati and Daryl Li). This composition is fully consistent with Ardian’s governance framework, the diversity of its shareholder base, and supports a vision firmly focused on the long term and the creation of sustainable value.

“The Supervisory Committee is delighted to welcome two new representatives. The arrival of Hermès and Wafra, through the breadth of their experience, strengthens the diversity of perspectives and the quality of strategic dialogue, in support of Ardian’s strategy.” Patrick Thomas, Chairman of the Supervisory Committee, Ardian

“I welcome these appointments, which further strengthen Ardian’s governance and prepare us for future challenges and growth, while remaining true to our entrepreneurial culture. They illustrate our ability to bring together long-term partners who share our vision and commitment.” Dominique Senequier, CEO and Founder, Ardian

About Ardian

In a world of constant evolution, Ardian stands out for its ability to anticipate, adapt, and turn challenges into opportunities. As a global, diversified private markets firm with 22 offices and more than 350 investment professionals worldwide, we provide investment and customized solutions that reflect new economic dynamics and help our clients remain resilient in a changing world.
We deliver multi-local expertise and long-term performance for our investors and partners as well as shared value for the broader society. Since Ardian’s inception in 1996, our pioneering approach to diversification and our ability to offer tailor-made solutions at scale have remained the heart of our strategy.
Through commitment, knowledge and technology, we bring lasting value to our companies and contribute positively to the whole industry.
Ardian currently manages or advises $200bn for more than 1,920 clients worldwide across Private Equity, Real Assets, and Credit.
Ardian. Mastering change for lasting value.

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KKR Appoints Rob Shuter as Executive Advisor to Support European Digital Infrastructure Investments

KKR

15 April 2026, London — KKR, a leading global investment firm, today announced the appointment of Rob Shuter as an Executive Advisor. In this role, Mr. Shuter will support KKR’s digital infrastructure investment activities across Europe, leveraging his extensive experience in digital infrastructure, enterprise solutions, and operational transformation.

“We are delighted to welcome Rob to KKR,” said Vincent Policard, Co-Head of European Infrastructure at KKR. “He brings a rare combination of operational leadership and deep sector expertise across telecoms and fibre networks. As demand for high-quality digital infrastructure continues to accelerate across Europe, Rob’s experience will further strengthen how we originate, underwrite and scale platforms critical to accelerating Europe’s digital economy.”

Mr. Shuter previously served as CEO of BT Enterprise from 2021 to 2023, where he led the division’s strategic repositioning and growth initiatives. Prior to joining BT, he was CEO of Vodafone’s Europe Cluster and Group President and CEO at MTN Group, where he drove significant expansion and digital transformation programmes.

In his advisory role, Mr. Shuter will work closely with KKR’s Infrastructure teams, providing strategic guidance on investment opportunities and supporting portfolio companies with operational expertise.

“I am thrilled to be joining the KKR team at this pivotal moment for digital infrastructure in Europe,” said Rob Shuter. “I look forward to working closely with the KKR team in both scaling their existing assets as well as expanding the portfolio.”

KKR established its global infrastructure strategy in 2008 and currently manages over $100 billion in infrastructure assets. The firm has extensive telecommunications experience, investing in leading FTTH providers globally with over 25 million homes passed and building more than four million annually. KKR’s portfolio includes fibre networks in the US, the UK, the Netherlands, Norway, Italy, Spain, Chile and Colombia.

About KKR

KKR is a leading global investment firm that offers alternative asset management as well as capital markets and insurance solutions. KKR aims to generate attractive investment returns by following a patient and disciplined investment approach, employing world-class people and supporting growth in its portfolio companies and communities. KKR sponsors investment funds that invest in private equity, credit and real assets and has strategic partners that manage hedge funds. KKR’s insurance subsidiaries offer retirement, life and reinsurance products under the management of Global Atlantic Financial Group. References to KKR’s investments may include the activities of its sponsored funds and insurance subsidiaries. For additional information about KKR & Co. Inc. (NYSE: KKR), please visit KKR’s website at www.kkr.com. For additional information about Global Atlantic Financial Group, please visit Global Atlantic Financial Group’s website at www.globalatlantic.com.

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Daniel Kjørberg Siraj appointed Chairman in Presis Infra

Ratos

Daniel Kjørberg Siraj has been appointed Chairman of the Ratos Company Presis Infra and will assume the position as of 10 April, 2026. He succeeds the current Chairman, Jacob Landén.

“We are very pleased that Daniel has agreed to assume chairmanship of Presis Infra. He brings more than two decades of executive and board-level experience from Nordic infrastructure, construction, and real estate. With a background as CEO of OBOS Group and board positions in both listed companies and industry organizations, he brings a strong track record of strategic leadership, competent governance and long-term value creation,” says Gustaf Salford, President and CEO Ratos.

“I am truly looking forward to taking on this assignment. Presis Infra has an important societal mission in safeguarding our fundamental infrastructure, supported by a solid and long-term owner and, not least, a highly capable management team and organization. All three of these factors are essential to successfully delivering on the ambitious strategy set out for the company’s future growth and development,” says Daniel Kjørberg Siraj.

About Presis Infra
Presis Infra is a leading company specializing in maintenance of critical infrastructure in Norway and Sweden that contributes to the safety and reliability of crucial transportation networks. The company is also active in the maintenance of ferry quays and rockslide protection. Their services are critical in securing roads, ports and ensuring that transport flows run smoothly. The company’s customers primarily operate in the public sector but also include private sector companies.

Presis Infra has net sales of SEK 3.3 billion and an adjusted EBITA of SEK 371 million (2025), and is headquartered in Bergen, Norway. The CEO of Presis Infra is Eivind Iden.

Ratos holds an ownership stake of 98%.

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Questel Appoints Frederic Beylier as New CEO

IK Partners

Seasoned Technology Entrepreneur Beylier Brings Extensive Experience in Leading Global Organizations Through Rapid Growth and Technology Transformation

PARIS, FRANCE and ALEXANDRIA, VA – March 25, 2026—Questel, a world leader in intellectual property (IP) solutions supported by Eurazeo and IK Partners, has appointed highly-respected technology executive Frederic Beylier as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Based at the company’s Paris headquarters, Mr. Beylier is now responsible for leading Questel, one of the world’s largest IP technology and services companies.

Beylier has a proven track record of guiding international organizations through accelerated growth in demanding and fast-moving technology industries. With his background in execution, commercial expansion and innovation management, he is ideally positioned to further strengthen and consolidate Questel’s client-centric focus and global leadership position.

Most recently, he was CEO of Flowbird Group, a global force in urban mobility technology, and an advisor to the CEO of leading insurance brokerage technology company APRIL, another highly-respected private equity-owned business. Before that, he served for 6+ years as Group Chief Operating Officer and Executive Board Member at IDEMIA, creating a worldwide security technology leader in payments, telecom, transport, and government security solutions.

Beylier succeeds Questel’s longtime CEO, Charles Besson, who held the role for 25 years and will remain a significant shareholder of the Questel Group. Besson will continue to contribute his vision and expertise in the IP market as a member of the Group’s Supervisory Board.

“As I hand over to Frederic, I am confident that Questel is positioned for its next phase of growth,” commented Besson. “What makes this moment particularly exciting is the combination of two powerful strengths: the deep and unmatched expertise in IP that defines Questel, and Frederic’s proven ability to drive rapid growth and transformation in leading technology companies. Together, this creates a strong foundation to accelerate innovation and unlock significant new value.”

“Under Charles’s leadership, Questel has become one of the leading players in the market for IP software and technology services,” Beylier noted. “On behalf of all Questel Group shareholders, we would like to thank him for his commitment, vision, and decisive contribution over the years.”

“Questel intends to reinforce its position as a technological powerhouse at a time of major change in the IP sector, and I am excited to take the lead at such an ambitious and innovative company,” remarked Beylier. “My first priorities as CEO will be to reinforce Questel’s focus on strengthening its integrated IP ecosystem, so clients can seamlessly access unparalleled IP data quality and coverage, SaaS platforms, AI-driven workflows and use cases, along with tech-enabled expert services as the foundation for strategic decisions.”

“Questel has the potential to transform and lead the IP industry for clients by integrating further AI-augmented and agentic IP solutions that combine advanced digital capabilities with high-level human IP expertise, oversight, and control,” added Beylier.

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Blackstone Names Courtney Reagan Senior Editor of Blackstone Insights

Blackstone

NEW YORK – March 23, 2026 – Blackstone (NYSE: BX) today announced that Courtney Reagan has joined the firm as Senior Editor of Blackstone Insights, responsible for helping drive the firm’s content and engagement efforts. In this newly created role, Ms. Reagan will help bring Blackstone’s proprietary data, insights and extensive network to life – translating complex market themes into clear takeaways for business and financial audiences.

Ms. Reagan joins Blackstone after 20 years at CNBC, where she served in on-air roles including Senior Retail Reporter and Business News Headline Anchor. Her reporting spanned business news, global economies, retail and consumer trends, and equity and commodity markets.

“As our platform continues to scale, so does our commitment to engaging with our growing client base in new and impactful ways,” said Christine Anderson, Global Head of Corporate Affairs at Blackstone. “Courtney is an exceptional storyteller with deep experience explaining markets and business trends to a broad audience. We’re thrilled to have her join the team as we work to deliver thoughtful, differentiated content for investors, wealth advisors, and the broader business community.”

About Blackstone
Blackstone is the world’s largest alternative asset manager. Blackstone seeks to deliver compelling returns for institutional and individual investors by strengthening the companies in which the firm invests. Blackstone’s $1.3 trillion in assets under management include global investment strategies focused on real estate, private equity, credit, infrastructure, life sciences, growth equity, secondaries and hedge funds. Further information is available at www.blackstone.com. Follow @blackstone on LinkedIn, X (Twitter), and Instagram.

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Kestrel Capital announces Nick Tucker as Chairman

IK Partners

Kestrel Capital (“Kestrel” or “the Company”), a leading independent Irish wealth manager, is pleased to announce the appointment of Nick Tucker as its new Chairman, effective since January. His appointment marks an important milestone as the Company enters its next phase of growth and platform development

The appointment reflects Kestrel’s continued focus on strengthening governance, enhancing strategic oversight and supporting long-term value creation as the business continues to scale. Nick brings more than four decades of senior leadership experience across the Wealth and Investment Management sectors, having held prominent roles at firms such as UBS and Merrill Lynch, most recently serving as Chief Executive Officer of Waverton Investment Management (“Waverton”). During his tenure, Nick guided Waverton through its private equity backed merger with London & Capital, helping to establish W1M Wealth Management as a leading international wealth and investment management firm.

Nick succeeds Donall Gannon, who stepped down from the role at the end of 2025 following more than 10 years working closely with Kestrel. During Donall’s tenure as Chairman, Kestrel underwent a period of significant transformation, evolving from a start-up in 2015 into a leading independent MiFID-regulated wealth manager, growing assets under management to over €1 billion. He also played a key role in supporting the Company through a major phase of strategic development, which saw it successfully securing of significant investment from IK Partners, a leading European private equity firm, in 2025.

As Chairman, Nick will work closely with the Board and management team to support Kestrel’s strategic direction, strengthen its governance framework and help advance the Company’s growth agenda, including broadening its service offering, developing its advisory team and pursuing selective complementary acquisitions.

Headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, Kestrel was founded in 2015 and is led by John Crowe, Danny McGinley and Kenny Hope. Together, the management team has a combined experience of more than 70 years in wealth management and continues to focus on delivering high-quality, client-centric advice to support long-term wealth preservation.

John Crowe, Founder and CEO of Kestrel, said: “On behalf of the Board and all at Kestrel, I’d like to thank Donall for his exceptional contribution over the past decade — his unwavering support has been instrumental in shaping Kestrel into the business it is today. We are delighted to have appointed Nick as Donall’s successor and firmly believe that his expertise, strategic insight and leadership experience within the Wealth Management sector will be invaluable to the Board and management team as we continue to broaden our offering, invest in our team and execute our long-term strategy.”

Nick Tucker, incoming Chairman of Kestrel, commented: “I am delighted to have joined Kestrel at such an exciting point in its journey. The Company has established itself as a clear leader in its field with a strong reputation, compelling client proposition and an impressive growth story on which to build upon. I look forward to working closely with the Board and management team to support the next phase of Kestrel’s development.”

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About Kestrel Capital

Kestrel Capital is an independent, employee-owned Investment Advisory and Management firm, supporting high-net-worth individuals, family offices, corporations, charities, foundations and retirement plans. Kestrel Capital provides access to global financial markets via world class international trading platforms. For more information, visit kestrel.ie

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Blackstone Names Rashmi Madan as Global Head of Portfolio Solutions for Private Wealth and Simona Maellare as Head of EMEA for Private Wealth

Blackstone

LONDON, UK – 10 March 2026 – Blackstone (NYSE: BX) today announced two senior leadership appointments to support the acceleration of growth in its private wealth business. With over $300 billion in assets under management from the private wealth channel globally, the business has been a pioneer in serving individual investors for more than two decades.

After overseeing the buildout of the EMEA private wealth business, Rashmi Madan, a 15-year Blackstone veteran, has been promoted to the newly created role of Global Head of Portfolio Solutions. In this new role, Ms. Madan will lead the scaling of Blackstone’s multi-strategy solutions, drawing on her deep expertise across asset classes and longstanding relationships with clients. The firm intends to develop several investment solutions as part of this newly formed initiative.

Simona Maellare will join Blackstone as Head of EMEA for Private Wealth, where she will lead the firm’s efforts to further expand and deepen its private wealth business across Europe and the Middle East. Ms. Maellare was most recently Global Co-Head of Alternative Capital Group at UBS , as well as EMEA Co-Head of OneUBS, and brings more than 30 years of experience advising and partnering with alternative asset managers on capital raising and strategic growth across EMEA.

With a long track record of advising leading asset managers on growth in EMEA, Ms. Maellare brings to Blackstone an exceptional level of expertise, trusted relationships, and a proven ability to build and scale businesses at the highest level.

Together, these appointments strengthen Blackstone’s leadership across two priority business areas for the firm’s next phase of growth and will contribute to the expansion of multi-strategy investment solutions for advisors and their clients and the acceleration of the firm’s international private wealth footprint.

Joan Solotar, Global Head of Blackstone Private Wealth, said: “We’ve built this business by investing in exceptional talent with a deep commitment to clients. Rashmi and Simona each bring distinctive expertise and relationships that are difficult to replicate; Rashmi across multi-strategy solutions, which we see as a powerful growth frontier; and Simona across the European and Middle Eastern markets, where the opportunity for individual investors is substantial. Simona’s arrival and Rashmi’s new role will be instrumental as we continue to build differentiated solutions for our clients globally. I look forward to working closely with them both.”

Rashmi Madan, Global Head of Portfolio Solutions for Blackstone Private Wealth, said: “Multi-asset investing allows clients a way to access the breadth of Blackstone within a single strategy. As private markets continue to broaden and advisors’ toolkits become more sophisticated, Blackstone Portfolio Solutions will help deliver seamless, investor-centric portfolios built on the firm’s flagship perpetual offerings. I look forward to leading this business and capturing the opportunity ahead.”

Simona Maellare, Head of EMEA for Blackstone Private Wealth, said: “I’ve seen the power of Blackstone’s private markets platform first-hand and am thrilled to join this extraordinary firm. The opportunity to bring institutional quality investment strategies to individuals across Europe and the Middle East is compelling, and I look forward to helping accelerate Blackstone’s growth across the region.”

About Blackstone
Blackstone is the world’s largest alternative asset manager. Blackstone seeks to deliver compelling returns for institutional and individual investors by strengthening the companies in which the firm invests. Blackstone’s $1.3 trillion in assets under management include global investment strategies focused on real estate, private equity, credit, infrastructure, life sciences, growth equity, secondaries and hedge funds. Further information is available at www.blackstone.com. Follow @blackstone on LinkedInX (Twitter), and Instagram.

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