Leadership

Qualys: Cybersecurity Executive Bradford Brooks Appointed To Board

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 4, 2025

Qualys, a leading provider of cloud-based IT, security, and compliance solutions, has announced the appointment of Bradford L. Brooks to its Board of Directors. Brooks, who brings more than three decades of experience in technology leadership, will serve on the Board’s nominating and governance committee.

Atlanta University Center Consortium And Mastercard Launch National Data Challenge To Advance Inclusive Growth

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 4, 2025

The Atlanta University Center Consortium (AUCC) Data Science Initiative (DSI) has partnered with the Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth to launch the 2025 Mastercard Data Challenge, a nationwide competition aimed at empowering students from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) to harness data science for social impact.

ECI Capital Expands Investment Team With Appointment Of Ben Kirrage

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 4, 2025

ECI Capital has announced the appointment of Ben Kirrage as Investment Manager, marking the firm’s second new addition to its investment team in as many months following the hire of Georgia Ling in September.

Flexpoint Ford: Chris Ackerman Named As CEO And Don Edwards Transitions To Executive Chairman Role

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 4, 2025

Flexpoint Ford, a leading private investment manager specializing in financial services, announced that Managing Partner Chris Ackerman has been promoted to Chief Executive Officer. Founder Don Edwards, who has led the firm as CEO for the past two decades, will assume the role of Executive Chairman and remain with the firm full-time.

Hg: Steven Batchelor And Jean-Baptiste Brian Named As Co-CEOs

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 4, 2025

Hg, a leading investor in European and transatlantic software, services, and data businesses, announced an evolution in its leadership team with the appointment of Steven Batchelor and Jean-Baptiste (JB) Brian as Managing Partners and Co-Chief Executive Officers. The move signals the firm’s continued focus on long-term growth, client commitment, and its position as a transatlantic leader in software and workplace automation.

Nexa Equity Expanding Investment And Operating Team With Key Additions

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 3, 2025

Nexa Equity, a San Francisco-based private equity firm focused on partnering with high-growth vertical SaaS companies, announced the addition of three senior leaders to its investment and operating teams. The appointments come as the firm builds on its strong momentum following the close of Nexa Equity Fund II, an oversubscribed $390 million fund that brings its assets under management to more than $1 billion.

Landstar Strengthens Board With Appointments Of Barr Blanton and Melanie Housey Hart

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 3, 2025

Landstar System, a leading technology-enabled and asset-light provider of integrated freight transportation solutions, announced the appointment of Barr Blanton and Melanie Housey Hart to its Board of Directors, adding two accomplished executives with deep expertise in technology, strategy, and financial management.

AE Industrial Partners: National Security Team Expanded With Two VP Hires

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 2, 2025

AE Industrial Partners, a private investment firm specializing in sectors vital to national and economic security, has announced the appointment of two new Vice Presidents, Chris Aguemon and Bill Strobel, to its Washington, D.C. office. The hires mark a continued expansion of AE Industrial’s national security investment team as the firm deepens its presence in defense and technology markets.

Supreme Group: Olly Johnston Named As EVP For Driving Platform Growth

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 1, 2025

Supreme Group, a Trinity Hunt Partners–backed platform specializing in healthcare and life sciences marketing and communications, has appointed Olly Johnston as Executive Vice President, Platform Growth & Transformation. The appointment reinforces the company’s focus on expanding its integrated capabilities and accelerating value creation for clients across the healthcare and life sciences sectors.

Grant Thornton Stax: Chen Liu Named As Partner To Support Growth Across Technology And Education Practices

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 1, 2025

Grant Thornton Stax, a global strategy consulting firm and part of Grant Thornton Advisors, has appointed Chen Liu as Partner in its Chicago office. The move signals the firm’s continued expansion in advising private equity and corporate clients in the technology and education sectors.

DLA Piper Expanding Australian Tax Practice With Three Partner Hires And Team

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 1, 2025

Global law firm DLA Piper has made a significant expansion to its Tax team in Australia with the appointment of three new partners and the addition of a five-member team. The move bolsters the firm’s capabilities across tax controversy, infrastructure, and international tax, reflecting its commitment to deepening expertise across key markets in the Asia-Pacific region.

Simpson Thacher: Sam Saunders Named As Partner For Enhancing Banking And Credit Practice

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 1, 2025

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett has expanded its Banking and Credit Practice with the addition of Sam Saunders as Partner in New York. Saunders joins from Kirkland & Ellis, bringing extensive experience in energy and infrastructure development and financing.

Latham & Watkins: 96 Associates Promoted To Partner and Counsel Roles Worldwide

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 1, 2025

Latham & Watkins announced the promotion of 96 lawyers across its global platform, elevating 40 associates to the partnership and 56 associates to the role of counsel, effective January 1, 2026. The announcement follows the election of 19 counsel to the partnership earlier this year. The class reflects the firm’s depth across transactional, regulatory, and disputes practices in major markets in the United States, Europe, and Asia.

Criteo: Edouard Dinichert Named As Chief Customer Officer

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 1, 2025

Global commerce media platform Criteo has announced the appointment of Edouard Dinichert as Chief Customer Officer, effective December 1, 2025. Based in New York City, Dinichert will report directly to Chief Executive Officer Michael Komasinski and oversee global sales and operations for Criteo’s Performance Media business.

SilverSky: Bruce Wirt Named As Chief Commercial Officer

By Amit Chowdhry ● Nov 1, 2025

SilverSky, a leading cybersecurity company providing managed extended detection and response (MxDR) services, has announced the appointment of Bruce Wirt as its new Chief Commercial Officer.