Transformational strategies that build global champions
Ardian’s Buyout acquires mid and large-cap companies in Europe and North America, driving value through organic growth acceleration and innovation capabilities, digital and data initiatives, operational efficiency as well as unlocking full portfolio potential with the support of transformational M&A, all while putting sustainability at the heart of their business.
Our multinational investment team invest alongside megatrends in 4 core sectors, supported by an extensive network of sector specialists, namely: Health & Wellness, Food Value Chain, Technology and Business Services.
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$13bn
of AUM
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100+
investments and over 320 build-ups since 1997
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€1bn
to €1.5bn invested or committed each year
Sector expertise
We specialize in four sectors that are poised for robust and sustainable growth – Health & Wellness, the Food Value Chain, Technology, and Business Services – where our private equity expertise gives us a valuable competitive advantage. Ardian provides our portfolio companies with a strategic partner that offers in-depth market experience and an extensive network within the sector.
Health & Wellness
We invest in high-growth companies within the Health & Wellness sector, focusing on innovative healthcare products and services that enhance patients’ quality of life.
Food Value Chain
We focus on innovative, high-growth companies that are aligned with key market trends and actively address the environmental impacts of agriculture and food manufacturing. Our investments prioritize natural sourcing, traceability, and sustainability, while meeting the growing global demand.
Technology
We invest in technology-driven companies that demonstrate stand-out capacity in leveraging global digitalization trends. We focus on leading companies featuringsuperior products andservice offerings, as well as exceptionalmarket positions, enabling them to capitalize on rapid technological innovation.
Business Services
We invest in companies that offer differentiated and value-added solutions that address the specific needs of businesses and consumers. These businesses have a competitive edge in capturing the growth potential created by the need for expertise in an increasingly specialized world, outsourcing of non-core functions, digitization across industries, demand for knowledge, and the need for safety and protection.
The Team
Ardian Buyout comprises 60 investment professionals based in Paris, Frankfurt, Milan, Madrid, London, Luxembourg and New York.
We continue to reinforce our team and promote talented young professionnals. Today half our Managing Directors are under 40, and the proportion in that age bracket will increase.
Advisor to the CEO on strategy and acquisitions, Member of the Executive Committee, Head of Ardian Italy and Co-Head of Buyout
Member of the Executive Committee, Executive Board Member of Ardian US LLC, Executive Board Member of Ardian France and Co-Head of Buyout
Chief Operating Officer Buyout, Member of the Buyout Management Committee & Senior Managing Director
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Deputy Head of Buyout Italy & Managing Director
Co-Head of Buyout France & Managing Director
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Head of Buyout Spain & Portugal & Managing Director
Head of Buyout UK & Managing Director
Head of Climate and Impact Solutions & Managing Director
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Our Portfolio
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Buyout Growth stories
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Buyout Growth stories
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Invested in innovative health solutions
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Buyout Growth stories
Best French Large LBO Fund
In November 2024, Ardian Buyout team was honored with the Gold Award for Best French Large LBO Fund.
European Private Markets Fund Manager of the Year 2024
In November 2024, Ardian has won the “European Private Markets Fund Manager of the Year 2024” (AuM of more than €100bn) at the Funds Europe Awards 2024 in London.
European Asset Management Firm of the Year 2024
In November 2024, Ardian has won the “European Asset Management Firm of the Year 2024” at the Funds Europe Awards 2024 in London.
ESG Manager of the Year 2024
In October 2024, Ardian was awarded “IJ Global ESG Asset Manager of the Year,” at the IJ Global Awards 2024.
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Sustainable Buyout
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