Private Equity & Venture Capital

Human capital remains the most valuable asset to alternative investment firms

The private equity and venture capital sectors have grown in confidence, but rising prices for high quality assets require general partners with the talent to add value to their portfolios in a competitive market.

To increase the profitability of their portfolios, PE and alternative investment firms partner with Odgers Berndtson to secure talented individuals to support them throughout the investment life cycle.

For VC firms, as the pace of technological advancement soars in virtually every industry, Odgers Berndtson works to secure commercially and intellectually sharp individuals with the talent to identify and capitalize on the emerging opportunities.

Canada

The truth is, in PE, it’s all about what the individual can bring to the company. The strong experience, proven track record and broad skill set are critical, but what else do they bring to the table? For Canadian PE firms, portfolio company executives must be able to drive PE opportunities by applying the ideal combination of sourcing and networking, vetting and the ability to strategically deploy capital to the right entrepreneurs, growth markets and innovation areas.

In Canada we have broad experience across the full range of industry sectors. Whether it’s for consumer, industrial, health care or technology organizations, we not only have access to top C-Suite talent, we can place them on a permanent or interim basis depending on your investment objectives. Our talent pool, cultivated over many years, is broad and deep, letting us think more laterally about your needs.