PAI Partners

#FlashbackFriday Some weeks ago, PAI hosted its Sustainability Club in Madrid - an annual forum where we gather together with industry experts and ESG representatives across PAI portfolio companies to learn from one another, establish new connections and share best practices. This event gets to the heart of our purpose of growing better and more sustainable companies. This year’s theme was “Transforming Futures”, which speaks to our commitment to innovation, sustainability and strategic growth. The event also included a group visit to TENDAM’s Aranjuez logistics centre for a showcase of ESG best practices – thank you to Tendam for hosting us. You can watch some of the highlights in this video 👇 #PAISustainabilityClub #ESG #Sustainability

Congratulations go to Laura Muries, Head of PAI’s Flagship Fund in Spain, for being recognised in the Private Equity category at the WomenValue awards, organised by Revista Inversión. These awards celebrate female talent in business and finance in Spain. Laura joined the outlet in their studio to discuss the evolution of diversity in private equity, the appeal of a career in the industry, levers to attract and retain female talent, her own experience of working with PAI portfolio company TENDAM and her outlook for the year. Spanish speakers can watch the interview here! https://lnkd.in/eW73rrNd #PrivateEquity #Talent #Diversity

Congratulations to PAI-backed The Compleat Food Group for their tremendous win in the Food Brand of the Year category at The Grocer Gold Awards, which are amongst the most highly coveted and prestigious awards in the food industry. Well done to all the team who have nurtured Vadasz to become one of the most exciting, successful and nutritious young brands in the UK 🏆

Stefano Drago, a Founding Partner in PAI’s Mid-Market Fund, returned for a panel discussion at this year’s INSEAD PE & VC Conference, which gathers INSEAD alumni and students for in-depth discussions on the private equity and venture capital industries. Stefano’s panel explored operational excellence, strategic initiatives and technological innovation, which allowed him to highlight the importance of focusing on transformations and the impact of PAI’s Portfolio Performance Group – a team of specialists in top line, talent, operations, ESG, digital and supply chain. #PAIPartners #privateequity 

Congratulations to PAI-backed Veonet, the leading pan-European network of ophthalmological clinics, on the company’s appointment of Sebastian James as Group CEO. We are delighted that current Group CEO Dr. Markus Hamm will continue to support the group's development as a member of the executive and advisory board. These appointments will further strengthen Veonet’s platform and growing international network. We look forward to working with Sebastian and the wider team, alongside Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan, in this next phase of Veonet’s growth. #leadership #PAIPartners #privateequity

Nature and biodiversity play a pivotal role in the global economy. This is equally true across the sectors in the Real Economy, where PAI specialises. In fact, the World Economic Forum estimates that more than 50% of global GDP is moderately or highly dependent on natural capital. Esohe Denise Odaro, Head of Sustainability & ESG at PAI, recently joined the British Private Equity & Venture Capital Association (BVCA)’s ESG Conference to share PAI’s perspective on how integrating nature-positive solutions into strategy allows private equity firms to build resilience and contribute to global sustainability goals, both at the platform level and across their portfolios. This is an approach advocated by BLOOM, a practical action guide designed to help private market participants reduce negative impacts on biodiversity and safeguard related returns. Learn more about BLOOM: https://lnkd.in/evDex23e #PAIPartners #privateequity #RealEconomy #ESG #sustainability #biodiversity

PAI was delighted to be awarded in the large fund category at this year’s Grand Prix hosted by Private Equity Magazine. Over the past 12 months, our teams have continued to focus on our defensive, growth-oriented strategy in the Real Economy, which has allowed us to perform consistently through the cycle. Thank you to the jury for this recognition and congratulations to all the teams involved. #PAIPartners #privateequity #RealEconomy

PAI Partners is pleased to announce its agreement to sell M Group Services, a leading provider of essential infrastructure services and solutions for clients across the transport, energy, water and telecoms sectors in the UK & Ireland, to CVC Capital Partners. M Group Services is a classic PAI investment in the Real Economy. Under PAI ownership, the group has experienced strong growth, doubling its revenues, expanding its services, successfully acquiring 14 businesses, strengthening its management team and establishing itself as the clear industry leader in ESG. Leveraging PAI’s deep sector expertise in Business Services, M Group Services has benefitted from extensive investment to strengthen its platform, improve operational functions and processes, and enhance its IT infrastructure, creating a strong platform from which the group can continue to grow with the support of its new owners. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/e5sctFuy #PAIPartners #PrivateEquity #RealEconomy

Our congratulations to Tropicana Brands Group and the Naked brand team on their exciting new partnership with professional tennis player Coco Gauff. We are privileged to work alongside visionary management teams committed to driving value creation every step of the way🍊🍎🍉   #Tropicana #PAIPartners

Members of PAI’s Portfolio Women’s Network gathered virtually this month for the second session of the group, which covered creating a senior leadership brand. This session built on the exercises that participants conducted with the ‘Boards of Advisers’ they formed during the kick-off session. Thank you to our speakers and to all our participants, who continue to forge a lasting positive impact for women within their own network and the wider PAI ecosystem. #PPWN #ESG #leadership