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Katarina Ageborg new Chairman of the Board and Markus Granlund new acting CEO of TFS HealthScience

Ratos

Ratos has appointed Katarina Ageborg as the new Chairman of the Board and Markus Granlund as the new acting CEO of TFS HealthScience (TFS). Markus, who has been a Board member of TFS since October 2024, assumes his new role today. TFS’s former CEO Bassem Saleh is leaving for new challenges outside the company.

Katarina has solid and extensive experience of the life science sector having served 25 years in various senior positions in Astra Zeneca, the last few years of which as a member of global Group management as Sustainability and Chief Compliance Officer. She was also CEO of Astra Zeneca in Sweden between 2018 and 2023.

Markus Granlund is a seasoned leader and Board member with extensive strategic and operational experience of leading operations with international customers. He served most recently as CEO of Semcon, where he worked for 16 years.

“I am happy to have recruited Katarina as Chairman of TFS’s Board. Her extensive experience in senior management positions in the life science industry will enable her to add great value. It is also very positive that Markus has agreed to take on the role of acting CEO. We had a productive partnership during Markus’s time as President and CEO of Semcon, and we have worked together on the TFS Board for some time,” says Anders Slettengren, current Chairman of the TFS Board and Executive Vice President, Ratos.

About TFS HealthScience
TFS HealthScience is a global Contract Research Organisation (CRO) that supports biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies throughout their entire clinical development journey. Bringing together nearly 700 professionals, TFS delivers tailored clinical research services in more than 40 countries and supports customers with comprehensive solutions through three strong business models: Clinical Development Services (CDS), which provides full-service support at all stages of the clinical development process, Strategic Resourcing Solutions (SRS), which offers expert insourcing and targeted recruitment services, and Functional Services (FSP), to provide customers with strategic outsourcing solutions.

For more information, please contact:
Josefine Uppling, VP Communication & Sustainability, Ratos, +46 76 114 54 21

About Ratos
Ratos is a Swedish business group focusing on technological and infrastructure solutions, consisting of 15 companies divided into three business areas: Construction & Services, Industry and Consumer. The companies have approximately SEK 32 billion in net sales (December LTM). We have a distinct corporate culture and strategy – everything we do is based on our core values: Simplicity, Speed in Execution and It’s All About People. We enable independent subsidiaries to excel by being part of something larger. People, leadership, culture and values are key focus areas.

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AURELIUS Finance Company appoints James Elliott as a New Business Specialist covering the North of England

Aurelius Capital

London, 19. February 2025 – AURELIUS Finance Company, the Private Debt segment of AURELIUS, announces the appointment of James Elliott as New Business Specialist, North. In this newly created role, and in line with AURELIUS Finance Company’s core expertise, James will be responsible for originating, structuring, and executing complex secured debt mandates, at pace, in the North of England.

James joins AURELIUS Finance Company from ABN AMRO Commercial Finance, where he spent over 13 years, most recently as Director – Origination. During this time, he worked with sponsor-backed and privately owned businesses to structure and deliver ABL facilities to support their corporate transactions, refinancings, turnarounds, and growth. Prior to this, James was a Relationship Manager at RBS Invoice Finance where he developed a deep understanding of the lending landscape across the North of England, and an extensive regional network of professional advisors.

James Marler, Head of New Business at AURELIUS Finance Company commented: “We are delighted to welcome James to AURELIUS Finance Company to drive our new business activities across the North of England. The region has been a catalyst for our growth, as demonstrated by the bespoke facilities which we have provided to National Timber Group, Trutex and The Original Factory Shop over recent years. Expanding our origination capacity in a region that offers great opportunities to support traditional British manufacturing is an exciting next step.”

James Elliott added: “AURELIUS Finance Company is on an impressive growth trajectory, and I am excited to now be a part of that. Our team achieved record deployment levels in 2023 and then again in 2024 with the portfolio surpassing GBP 175m, supported by additional Wells Fargo funding. This is testament to the team’s capabilities and strength. I look forward to expanding the business in the North of England, leveraging both my experience and my network to identify opportunities to support UK mid-market companies with bespoke financing solutions to achieve a range of corporate objectives. I will primarily base myself across Leeds and Manchester but would welcome the chance to engage with professional advisors across the entire region as we grow our business here.”

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CapMan Infra’s portfolio company Haminan Energia strengthens its Board of Directors with the appointment of Päivi Suutari as the Chairperson of the Board

Capman

CapMan Infra’s portfolio company Haminan Energia appoints Päivi Suutari as the Chairperson of the Board.

Päivi Suutari (DI) is an experienced leader and board professional. She previously worked as the CEO of MM Kotkamills. Suutari has a strong background from international business management, leading profitability improvement initiatives as well as development and transformation projects. Suutari has also previously held various senior level roles at Huhtamäki and Stora Enso in Finland, Europe as well as Southeast Asia. She has experience from serving on the board of directors in several advocacy groups such as Kymenlaakso Chamber of Commerce and Finnish Forest Industries Federation.

“I am excited to start as the Chairperson of Haminan Energia where I will be able to utilise my extensive experience in developing companies to support the company in its growth journey. The transition in the energy sector towards more sustainable solutions increases my motivation for the role”, says Päivi Suutari.

“I am very pleased to welcome Päivi to Haminan Energia. Her experience and knowledge from MM Kotkamills and Huhtamäki, among other roles, will support Haminan Energia’s growth ambitions in Hamina”, says Pekko Haaksluoto, Partner at CapMan Infra and member of Haminan Energia board of directors.

Päivi started in her position as the Chairperson of the Board in February.

 

For more information, please contact:

Pekko Haaksluoto, Partner, CapMan Infra, tel. +358 40 584 6031

 

About CapMan

CapMan is a leading Nordic private asset expert with an active approach to value creation and €6,1 billion in assets under management. As one of the private equity pioneers in the Nordics we have developed hundreds of companies and assets creating significant value for over three decades. Our objective is to provide attractive returns and innovative solutions to investors by enabling change across our portfolio companies. An example of this is greenhouse gas reduction targets that we have set under the Science Based Targets initiative in line with the 1.5°C scenario and our commitment to net-zero GHG emissions by 2040. We have a broad presence in the unlisted market through our local and specialised teams. Our investment strategies cover real estate and infrastructure assets, natural capital and minority and majority investments in portfolio companies. We also provide wealth management solutions. Altogether, CapMan employs around 200 professionals in Helsinki, Jyväskylä, Stockholm, Copenhagen, Oslo, London and Luxembourg. We are listed on Nasdaq Helsinki since 2001. www.capman.com

About Haminan Energia

Haminan Energia is a local district heating and electricity network operator in Hamina, Finland. We develop sustainable energy solutions for our customers and are steadily progressing towards a cleaner future. We are constantly seeking new ways to produce heat and energy in an environmentally friendly manner.

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Coller Capital appoints private markets veteran Pak-Sen Lai to lead private wealtj distribution in Asia Pacific

Coller Capital

Hong Kong SAR, 13 February 2025 – Coller Capital, the world’s largest dedicated private market secondaries manager, has hired Pak-Seng Lai as Head of PWSS Distribution – APAC within its Private Wealth Secondaries Solutions (PWSS) team. Based in Hong Kong, Mr Lai will spearhead the firm’s PWSS business in Asia Pacific, providing private wealth investors access to the private equity and private credit secondaries market through a diversified, institutional-grade quality portfolio.

Boris Maeder, Managing Director and Head of International Private Wealth Distribution, commented: “We are excited to welcome Pak-Seng to Coller Capital. His appointment highlights our strategic commitment to the Asia Pacific market. I have known Pak-Seng for almost two decades and he brings extensive experience in private market distribution and wealth management. Under his leadership, our team is well positioned to meet private wealth investors’ rising demand for access to secondaries.”

Pak-Seng Lai, Head of PWSS Distribution – APAC, commented: “Secondaries is a fast-growing asset class among private wealth investors in Asia Pacific as they seek to enhance returns, diversify their portfolios, and access increased liquidity. Coller Capital’s track record of consistent outperformance, its global platform and innovative products are unrivalled.”

Mr. Lai brings more than 20 years of private market fundraising and portfolio construction experience to Coller Capital. He was previously Managing Director and Head of Private Wealth Distribution, Asia Pacific, at Blue Owl Capital. Prior to that, he oversaw the private markets business of UBS AG in Asia Pacific, leading its investment advisory and fundraising efforts across the region. Prior to UBS, Lai held various management positions at global alternative asset managers including HQ Capital and Schroder Adveq.

Mr. Lai will report to Boris Maeder, Head of International Private Wealth Distribution. His appointment marks another significant step in the expansion of Coller Capital’s PWSS business in Asia Pacific, following the appointment of Peter Wu as Head of Product Management, Private Wealth, at the firm’s newly opened Singapore office. Pak-Seng will be joined by Mavis Huang, who joins the Hong Kong PWSS team from Vontobel. Coller’s PWSS team now consists of 35 dedicated professionals globally.

The announcement follows the launch of Coller International Secondaries Private Equity Fund (CollerEquity) and Coller Private Credit Secondaries (CollerCredit), which are accessible to eligible private wealth investors outside of the US. In Hong Kong and across Asia Pacific, Coller Capital will market funds to private wealth investors indirectly through licensed intermediaries such as private banks. Coller Capital has been present in the Asia-Pacific region for more than 13 years, led by Peter Kim, Partner and Head of Asia and RMB.

Coller Capital has offices in London, New York, Hong Kong, Beijing, Seoul, Luxembourg, Zurich, Melbourne, Montreal and Singapore. The firm manages $36 billion in private equity, private credit, and other private market vehicles and has 34 years of experience in the secondary private capital market.

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CDPQ welcomes the renewal of CAE’s Board

Cdpq

CDPQ welcomes the announcement, by CAE’s Board of Directors, of the appointment of four new members, including the appointment of Calin Rovinescu, a seasoned leader in the aerospace industry, as Chairman. These changes reflect CAE’s commitment to renewing its corporate governance, in particular by taking into account the opinions of certain shareholders, including CDPQ, its largest institutional investor with a 9.7% stake in the company.

“Our position as a major shareholder prompted us to play a proactive and constructive role in this renewal process by leveraging our network and influence. This mobilization and the end result perfectly illustrate our dual mandate: while we aim to achieve optimal returns, we do not hesitate to get involved when necessary to support champions of the Québec economy, like CAE,” said Kim Thomassin, Executive Vice-President and Head of Québec at CDPQ. “CAE and its Board of Directors will be able to count on a renowned and seasoned Chairman whose career has been characterized by major achievements in business as well as in the aerospace industry, in Québec, Canada and internationally.”

CDPQ is also pleased with the three other appointments that have been announced, including those of Louis Têtu, whom it has designated as a director, Katherine A. Lehman and Peter Lee who join the group of experienced directors already in place to move the company forward. More specifically, CDPQ highlights the mobilization of influential individuals in the Québec business community to play active roles in the governance of this global leader in the aerospace industry.

These changes will become effective on February 14, 2025.

About CDPQ

At CDPQ, we invest constructively to generate sustainable returns over the long term. As a global investment group managing funds for public pension and insurance plans, we work alongside our partners to build enterprises that drive performance and progress. We are active in the major financial markets, private equity, infrastructure, real estate and private debt. As at June 30, 2024, CDPQ’s net assets totalled CAD 452 billion. For more information, visit cdpq.com, consult our LinkedIn or Instagram pages, or follow us on X.

CDPQ is a registered trademark owned by Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec and licensed for use by its subsidiaries.

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Inflexion appoints partner to lead new North America office

Inflexion

Inflexion, a leading European mid-market private equity firm, is delighted to announce the appointment of Ben Meyer as a Partner and Head of North America. Ben will lead a new office for Inflexion in New York, building a dedicated team which will focus primarily on supporting Inflexion portfolio companies and accelerating their North American market entry through ambitious acquisitions.

Ben brings close to 25 years of relevant experience to Inflexion. He joins the firm from Hg where he spent five years helping the firm open and build its US presence, establishing its US brand, growing the US team to over 50 professionals and helping the firm invest in over 10 US businesses. Prior to Hg, Ben was a senior member of Temasek’s US team, where he helped build and lead Temasek’s direct US technology & software investment efforts.  Ben started his career at UBS Investment Bank in New York.

The New York team will support Inflexion’s portfolio companies to execute their US growth initiatives, with a specific focus on strategic and transformational acquisitions. Driving US expansion is a key part of Inflexion’s portfolio strategy: acquisitive growth has been a key value acceleration driver for Inflexion throughout its history, with over 540 bolt-ons completed in the last 25 years, and Inflexion portfolio companies have almost tripled their US revenues during the investment period.

We are delighted to welcome Ben to Inflexion to spearhead our expansion in North America. Hiring Ben underscores our commitment to accelerating the international growth of our portfolio companies, and by building a presence in the US, we are better positioned to support them on their growth ambitions and acquisition goals in the largest market in the world.

Flor Kassai, Managing Partner, Inflexion

The North American market presents a strategic expansion opportunity for Inflexion’s portfolio. I’m excited to join Inflexion to lead the North American effort, working work in concert with the global team and helping help Inflexion’s portfolio access the massive North American market.

Ben Meyer, Partner & Head of North America, Inflexion

Contact

Sarah Gestetner

Partner

T. +44 (0)20 7487 9820

E. sarah.gestetner@inflexion.com

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Organisational change

3I

3i Group plc (“3i”) today announces a change to the leadership of its Infrastructure business.

Scott Moseley, Co-Head of European Infrastructure, has decided to leave 3i and Bernardo Sottomayor, Co-Head, will now assume sole responsibility for leading 3i’s European Infrastructure team.

Simon Borrows, 3i Chief Executive commented:

“I would like to thank Scott for his hard work and achievements and wish him well for the future. I look forward to continuing to work with Bernardo and the rest of the Infrastructure team as we grow our Infrastructure activities.”

 

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OncoHealth Appoints Jon Maack as Chief Executive Officer to Lead Next Phase of Growth

Arsenal Capital Partners

Atlanta, GA — OncoHealth®, the leading platform for managing the cost and complexity of cancer and a portfolio company of Arsenal Capital Partners (“Arsenal”), today announced that Jon Maack will succeed Rick Dean as the company’s Chief Executive Officer.

After seven years of leadership, Rick Dean will transition from CEO to an advisory role and continue to serve on the Board of Directors. Under his leadership, OncoHealth experienced remarkable growth, expanding its customer base and the scope of its offerings. In the past year alone, the company continued its upward trajectory, now serving over 14 million lives across 20 health plan customers.

Jon Maack brings more than two decades of experience in healthcare IT and services, with leadership roles at the Advisory Board Company, Optum, athenahealth and, most recently, as President of Definitive Healthcare. He has a proven track record of helping organizations scale with an extensive background in the core processes of healthcare—from revenue cycle management to physician workflow. As CEO, Mr. Maack is committed to advancing OncoHealth’s mission by leveraging utilization management, virtual cancer support, and clinical consultations to reduce the physical, mental, and financial toll of cancer on patients and their families.

Scott Blanchette, Chairman of OncoHealth and Director of Arsenal stated, “We are excited to welcome Jon Maack as OncoHealth’s new CEO. With over 20 years of experience in scaling healthcare IT and services, Jon is the ideal leader to guide the company into its next chapter of innovation and impact. We also extend our deepest gratitude to Rick Dean for his outstanding leadership and unwavering dedication and look forward to continued collaboration with him as a board member.”

“It has been a tremendous honor to lead OncoHealth over the past seven years,” shared Rick Dean. “I am deeply proud of the team we’ve built and the impact we’ve made in supporting patients and health plans. I have full confidence that Jon will continue to drive the company forward, building upon our strong foundation.”

Jon Maack expressed, “I am honored to join OncoHealth at such a pivotal moment in its growth. Cancer care is a deeply personal and complex journey, and I look forward to working alongside our talented team, valued customers, dedicated clinicians, and the patients we serve to deliver a better experience for those battling this disease.”

About OncoHealth:

OncoHealth is dedicated to helping health plans, employers, oncologists, and patients navigate the physical, mental, and financial complexities of cancer. Focused 100% on oncology, OncoHealth’s market-leading software and services platform delivers the industry’s first integrated oncology management solution to ensure people with cancer are getting the most appropriate treatment and support. Powered the nation’s first oncology focused 50-state virtual medical group, OncoHealth combines industry leading oncology management with services including 24/7 oncology nursing, mental health, nutrition, and resource navigation to drive impact for our customers and positive outcomes for our patients. To learn more, visit www.oncohealth.us.

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Aquila Capital strengthens Board of Directors to advance its strategic ambition of becoming a leading asset manager for sustainable investments in Europe

Aquila Capital

Florian Becker assumes role of Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

— Silvia Schmitten-Walgenbach appointed as Chief Operating Officer (COO)

— Michael Hacker joined as Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

— Lars Kühne as Chief Risk Officer (CRO) and Markus Wandt as Chief Investment Officer (CIO) joining the Board of Directors

— Christoph Wallrich appointed as Head of Luxembourg in addition to his respon-sibility for Fund Management

Hamburg, 10 February 2025 – Aquila Capital, an asset manager specialising in sustainable real asset investments, announces key additions to its Board of Directors. These strategic appointments reinforce the company’s commitment to accelerating growth, delivering resilient returns to both institutional and retail clients while supporting clean energy initiatives and contributing to the decarbonisation of global infrastructure.

Effective as of February 2025, Florian Becker has taken on the role of Chief Executive Of-ficer (CEO), succeeding the former Speaker of the Management Board, Harald Schönebeck, who transitioned to a Senior Advisor position. Florian brings nearly a decade of leadership expertise within the Aquila Group, where he has held numerous senior positions, including roles as Group Chief Operating Officer (COO) and General Counsel. As a long-standing member of Aquila Capital’s management team, he has played a key role in building and shaping the company since its foundation. His in-depth knowledge of the company’s business model and strategic vision makes him uniquely qualified to steer Aquila Capital’s ambitious expansion and initiatives in the field of sustainable real asset investments.

Silvia Schmitten-Walgenbach has assumed responsibility as Chief Operating Officer (COO) after joining Aquila Capital in October 2024. A seasoned executive with a distin-guished international background of over 30 years in the financial business, Silvia’s career includes leadership roles at renowned investment banks and real estate investment companies. Her comprehensive expertise and deep familiarity with the industry equip her to enhance operational excellence and further build a market leading organisation.

In addition, Michael Hacker stepped into the position of Chief Financial Officer (CFO) in December 2024. With almost 20 years of experience in various German and international leadership roles at Commerzbank and a strong background in financial services consulting, Michael brings a wealth of knowledge in international finance. His expertise will play a critical role in advancing Aquila Capital’s financial strategy.

Lars Kühne, Chief Risk Officer of Aquila Group, has taken over the role as Chief Risk Officer (CRO) of Aquila Capital from Harald Schönebeck. Lars Kühne held functional management responsibility for the Risk Management and Valuation division of Aquila Capital since join-ing the company in February 2023. His leadership in this capacity ensures continuity and a seamless transition of responsibilities. Markus Wandt has 30 years of professional experience and more than 17 years track record of investing in sustainable energy infrastructure and related sectors, following his career in investment banking. Markus joined Aquila Capital in March 2022 and has been Chief Investment Officer (CIO) since 2023.

Christoph Wallrich, heading Fund Management of Aquila Capital, will now also act as Head of Luxembourg.

Helge Papenhausen, Chief Compliance & Governance Officer, and Till Schulz-Eickhorst, Head Real Estate, will be stepping down from the Board of Directors but will continue to serve in leadership roles within the company.

Strategic ambition 

Aquila Capital is committed to becoming a leader in sustainable real asset investments by diversifying its investor base, scaling fund strategies and entering new markets. To achieve this, the company is expanding beyond institutional investors to attract retail and whole-sale clients through products like ELTIF funds. It is also strengthening its fund offering by focusing on large-scale growth and launching thematic funds that support innovative technologies such as Battery Energy Storage Solutions (BESS) and other energy transition solu-tions. Additionally, Aquila Capital is actively exploring new opportunities in key European and global markets. Its strategic partnership with Commerzbank, established last year, enhances distribution channels and accelerates fund growth, further reinforcing Aquila Capital’s role in the transition to a Net Zero economy.

Florian Becker, CEO of Aquila Capital, commented: “I am committed to driving Aquila Capital’s growth towards our ambition of becoming a leading asset manager for sustainable investment strategies across Europe and beyond. The recent appointments have further strengthened our leadership team, equipping us with the expertise and vision needed to deliver innovative investment strategies and create lasting value for our stakeholders. I would also like to express my sincere gratitude to Harald Schönebeck, Helge Papenhausen and Till Schulz-Eickhorst for their outstanding contribution and leadership during a time of transition.” 

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Wal van Lierop has transitioned into a part-time role at Chrysalix Venture Capital

Chrysalix

Wal van Lierop, Cleantech pioneer, founder, and former Managing Partner of Chrysalix Venture Capital, has, since January 1st 2025, transitioned to a part-time role and will focus on the Chrysalix legacy portfolio of our Chrysalix II and III funds.

Wal has played a pivotal role in directing funds to cleantech startups and was presented with the Cleantech Group’s first Pioneer Award at their recent meeting. With the launch of Chrysalix fund 5, Chrysalix we remain firmly rooted in the tradition of assisting our corporate partners to navigate energy and materials transitions and value creation through resource efficiency, sustainability, and circularity. Chrysalix partners globally with corporate industrial and financial investors and has access to an extensive ecosystem of academic partners and experts.

With offices in Europe (Delft, London) and Canada (Vancouver) and venture partners in Asia, and a first-tier Advisory Board, Chrysalix is well-positioned to see more, earlier and to identify the most promising technology developers worldwide.

The Chrysalix investment team,

Europe

  • Fred van Beuningen, Managing Partner

  • Alfred Lam, partner

  • Charles Haythornthwaite, Partner

  • Niccolo Moro, analyst

  • Tracy Gundy, Research, and program manager

Vancouver

  • Wendy Leong, Chief financial officer

  • Greg Allen, partner

  • Alicia Lenis, Vice President

  • Nicholas Andruschak, Vice President

 

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