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WCAS co-sponsored the 9th annual Break Into The Boardroom event with Deerfield and Oxeon Partners. Break into the Boardroom (BiB) is a non-profit committed to promoting greater representation of women healthcare executives in the boardroom, founded by Mia Jung (WCAS Talent Partner) and Leslie Henshaw (Deerfield Partner). To date the program has placed 77 women in privately held boards. Thank you to our WCAS speakers, Brian Regan, Renee DeSilva, Rachel Winokur, and Jim Hinton; to our WCAS team Danielle Clarke and Heidi Godfrey for all of their efforts in thoughtful planning and executing the event, and to our wonderful healthcare executives who participated. Cara Babachicos, Chief Innovation Officer - InnovAge Dorie Ramey, Chief People Officer - LIBERTY Dental Plan Kimberly Burrell, SVP of Global Marketing – Abzena Lindsay Muns, President, National Teleradiology - US Radiology Specialists Adriana Day, CPA, Chief Financial Officer - Interwell Health Beth Mason, Chief Customer Officer – Wayspring Chevon Rariy, MD, Chief Health Officer & SVP Digital Health - Oncology Care Partners Katrina M. Howchin-Tucker, Chief People Officer - Wellvana  

We are delighted to announce that WCAS has entered into an agreement to sell Avetta to EQT, a significant milestone that marks the next chapter in Avetta's journey of innovation and growth. This achievement is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the Avetta team, supported by our Resources Group, whose commitment to excellence and innovation has set new standards in the supply chain risk management industry.   We extend our heartfelt thanks to Arshad Matin and the Avetta team for their partnership over the past six years. Your innovation, drive, and vision have been instrumental in reaching this pivotal moment.   A special congratulations to our investment and operating team at WCAS, whose expertise and guidance have been invaluable throughout this journey. We also extend our gratitude to our advisors for their unwavering support and counsel. Read the full press release here: https://bit.ly/4ahOjwG

WCAS is excited to announce the acquisition of EquiLend, a global financial technology firm offering Trading, Post-Trade, and Data & Analytics solutions for the securities finance industry. https://bit.ly/3U5vEio

We are excited to welcome Mark Almeida to the WCAS Tech team! Mark Almeida has joined the firm as an Operating Partner in the Technology Group, supporting the firm’s efforts in information services, data, analytics, and software. https://bit.ly/48tLUOj

At WCAS, partnership is foundational to our investment philosophy. Last week wrapped up a busy fall season convening leaders from our portfolio companies and our many partners, including leaders of HR, Technology, Finance, Revenue Cycle Management, Procurement, and Value Based Care. In partnership with The Health Management Academy, we also convened multiple cohorts of the Physician Leaders Program. These events build capabilities, expand networks, and serve as valuable knowledge exchanges. We are grateful to all our partners and the opportunities (and fun) we have working together. 

We're thrilled to announce that WCAS has been recognized by Inc. Magazine in their 2023 list of Founder-Friendly Investors. This distinction celebrates our unwavering commitment to the entrepreneurs we partner with across the healthcare and technology sectors.   "Being named as a Top Founder-Friendly Investor by Inc. is a testament to our deep-rooted partnership philosophy that dates back to our beginnings in 1979," shares D. Scott Mackesy, Managing Partner at WCAS.   With a legacy of investing in over 200 companies, WCAS stands out as a private equity firm that entrepreneurs can trust to champion their vision and drive impactful growth.   For more information, please find the full press release at WCAS.com. https://bit.ly/47aDF9l To view the complete Founder-Friendly Investors list, visit Inc.’s website: https://lnkd.in/e4rWGhDg

We are excited to welcome Megan Callahan to the WCAS healthcare team! Megan joins WCAS as an Operating Partner focused on HCIT investments. https://bit.ly/3SpUZmf

Last week, WCAS had the privilege of hosting 1st and 2nd-year investment banking Fellows from SEO (Sponsors for Educational Opportunity)'s Alternative Investment Fellowship Program (AIFP) for an informational breakfast in our New York offices. We shared perspectives on the PE industry at large, things to consider when evaluating PE opportunities and engaged several of our WCAS team members to share their experiences as Associates, VPs, and Principals. Perhaps most importantly, we provided a forum for the Fellows to ask questions and network with our team. As background, AIFP provides education, mentorship, and career development to young professionals historically underrepresented in the alternative investments sector. Since 2009, the AIFP has helped hundreds of professionals achieve their career goals by connecting them with industry leaders who are passionate about creating change and increasing diversity in the sector. Over the years, WCAS has had the opportunity to hire several exceptional AIFP alumni. We’re thrilled to continue our partnership with this incredible organization. #SEOAlternativeInvestments

The conversation deepens in the second installment of Bain's 'Dry Powder' podcast featuring WCAS's Michael Donovan and Brian Regan. This time, the duo sheds light on our approach, balancing both healthcare and technology investments. Delve into how WCAS leverages the harmonious blend of these sectors, tapping into the potential where they intersect. For insights on the intricate dance between healthcare and tech in the private equity world, listen to the episode here: bit.ly/3YVwI8O

WCAS’s very own Michael Donovan and Brian Regan had the opportunity to sit down with Hugh MacArthur for a two-part series in Bain’s Dry Powder Podcast. Within the episodes, Mike and Brian speak to our firm's history of fostering and building next-generation talent from within the firm, how we have successfully transitioned our leadership multiple times, and the principles within which we’ve continued to invest successfully in our core market segments of Technology and Healthcare. https://bit.ly/47p6AqJ