KV Capital recently announced the appointment of Paul Verhesen as a strategic advisor for their operating company’s private equity team. And Verhesen, the former president & CEO of Clark Builders, brings over 30 years of construction industry leadership and expertise to his new role, spearheading the expansion of KV’s private equity group into building product acquisitions.
Verhesen’s track record at Clark Builders includes technical innovations and driving expansion, resulting in the company partnering with Turner Construction. His knowledge of the construction industry positions him to deliver critical insight for the newest investment mandate of KV Capital’s private equity group: finding good businesses in the building’s product space and giving them the resources and support they need to grow.
KV Capital continues to impact the Western Canadian real estate development sector substantially. And by utilizing operating and financial competencies across diverse business lines of operating company private equity, real estate private equity, and real estate lending, the company creates mutually reinforcing advantages for all stakeholders.
Founded in 2006 and based in Edmonton, Alberta, KV Capital is a Canadian alternative investment fund manager with approximately $450 million in committed assets under management. KV Capital’s funds are split into a diverse range of asset classes, including private operating businesses, real estate, and mortgages.
KEY QUOTES:
“I’ve always wanted to build things that last, including buildings, relationships, communities, and businesses. The opportunity to help KV Capital in this strategy was a unique way to do that. I could not be more excited to join this dynamic, dedicated team.”
– Paul Verhesen
“Paul’s strategic mindset and his deep understanding of the construction sector are an exceptional addition to our team. zHis vision will be instrumental in growing our private equity offerings within supply chains serving the real estate industry.”
– Aleem Virani, CEO of KV Capital
