PAI Partners

We are pleased to share that Richard Howell, Co-Managing Partner at PAI Partners, has been named one of the Fifty Most Influential in Private Equity by Private Equity News.   As one of PAI’s two Managing Partners, Richard is jointly responsible for overseeing PAI’s day-to-day activities and operations. He also leads the Firm’s Client & Capital Group, responsible for all forms of capital raising and co-investment activity, and has played a key role in the Firm’s strategic development. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/en2Dprzu #PAIPartners #PrivateEquity #Leadership

Congratulations to PAI-backed Alphia, a leading national pet food manufacturer in the U.S., for being named one of the most influential companies in the pet industry by Pet Age. This award recognises Alphia’s commitment to its mission to produce safe, quality pet food as it continues to lead the pet industry and create a positive impact with its partners 🐶🐱🐾 #PrivateEquity #PAIPortfolio

PAI was pleased to contribute to the recent World Economic Forum Investor Industries white paper on Private Markets and New Drivers of Value Creation, which explores the potential of private markets to unlock value linked to #sustainability and the energy transition 🌏🌳 The report includes a case study on how PAI approaches ESG & sustainability and considers the various ways that the firm’s ESG Team works with PAI portfolio companies to build bigger and better businesses 👇 #PrivateEquity #WEF #ESG

PAI is delighted to have won in a range of categories at the 2024 Private Equity Exchange, winning a gold award for Best Pan-European Large LBO Fund, a silver award for Best Fundraising & Investor Relations and two bronze awards for Best Pan-European Mid-market LBO Fund and Best ESG Private Equity Initiatives. #PrivateEquity #PEX2024

👏 Congratulations to PAI-backed Apave, a market leader in the field of technical, environmental, human and digital risk management, on their transformative acquisition of IRISNDT, a recognised leader in Testing, Inspection & Certification (TIC) with a strong North American footprint. 🌎 With this acquisition, Apave—which is already present in more than 55 countries—has gained a significant foothold in the US and Canada, and strengthened its presence in Australia and the UK, which are key markets for the Group's activities. #PrivateEquity #ValueCreation

💡 We recently sat down with members of the SGD Pharma and PAI teams to talk about how they are converting an ambitious plan – to accelerate growth, refine and enrich the product mix, reinforce existing talent, and position SGD Pharma at the forefront of the decarbonisation of the glass pharma industry – into reality. 🤝 In this short video, we hear from SGD Pharma CEO Olivier Rousseau and other members of the team, together with members of the PAI Investment Team and Portfolio Performance Group (PPG), who talk about the subtle partnership between our respective teams and how it is one of the key success factors in the delivery of SGD Pharma’s transformation journey. Watch a teaser here 👇 For the full video, visit: https://lnkd.in/d9Hf-R_r #PAIPartners #PrivateEquity #ValueCreation

✨ Congratulations to PAI’s Isabel O'Regan for winning in the Investor Relations category at the Grands Prix des Talents Féminins organised by France Invest. These awards recognise private equity professionals across a range of segments and celebrate new leaders who are helping shape the future of the sector. This is the first year that an Investor Relations category for the award exists ✨🏆   “I’m delighted to be able to highlight the importance of broad representation and leadership in our industry,” says Isabel. “It’s important that we continue this collective effort and commitment to foster a more diverse and inclusive environment in private equity. It is through this kind of approach that we can deliver better results for all stakeholders.”   #Talent #InvestorRelations #PrivateEquity

Bertrand Monier, who leads Consumer Services in PAI’s Food & Consumer Team, was one of several industry experts who shared his insights with AFP for their recent feature on the legacy of the Olympic and Paralympic Games in France. “The #Olympics were a great success for Paris and France as a destination. Despite a temporary negative impact in the very short term, we can expect them to have a positive effect on #leisure and #tourism in France in the coming years,” says Bertrand. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eV92M_Wv 🏕️🏖️🚵 #ConsumerServices #PrivateEquity

Thank you to all the team at Level 20 – we were delighted to host this group for the publication of the latest European gender #diversity report. We are strong believers in the importance of diverse and inclusive work environments in our industry. We see diversity as a catalyst for attracting premier talent and improving decision-making processes, whilst meeting stakeholder expectations.   #Talent #PrivateEquity

As in previous years, the 2024 PAI CEO Dinner gathered portfolio company CEOs, board members and PAI colleagues to thank this group for all that they do and to connect and reconnect with peers - expanding networks, reinforcing relationships and fostering a spirit of community. The event is also an opportunity to reflect and gain new insights. This year, guests were joined by Olivier Sibony who spoke about how limiting the effects of cognitive biases can help leaders make better decisions. Thank you to everyone that joined us. #PrivateEquity #Talent #Leadership