CVC has announced the appointment of Jean-Pierre Saad as a new Managing Partner, effective June 2025. He will focus on leading private equity technology investments in Europe from the firm's London office.

Saad brings over 15 years of experience from KKR, where he was instrumental in managing technology investments across the EMEA region. His notable contributions include leading investments in companies such as Exact, SoftwareOne, Devoteam, and Koerber Supply Chain Software. Before his tenure at KKR, he worked in the telecoms and media division at Lehman Brothers in London.

Soren Vestergaard-Poulsen, Managing Partner and Chair of CVC's Private Equity Board, expressed enthusiasm about Saad's arrival, highlighting his extensive sector knowledge as a valuable asset for sourcing and executing high-quality investment opportunities in technology.

In response, Saad conveyed his excitement about joining CVC and contributing to its growth. He emphasized the significant potential within the European technology sector and his eagerness to help expand CVC's platform and explore new opportunities.