Aaron Weitzman

True Wind Capital strengthens senior team with three new hires

True Wind Capital's new appointments reflect the firm's rapid growth and follow recent closing of $817M for its second fund.

One Equity agrees to buy Cabot Corp.'s Norit Activated Carbon

The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions and work council consultations and is expected to close by the end of Q1 2022.

SWIB eyes bump to PE allocation

The State of Wisconsin Investment Board will vote on the new PE target allocation at the December 21 meeting.

Bain hits market with second tech fund

Tech Opportunities vehicle is targeting $1.5bn for investments in mid-market buyouts and late-stage growth for control and minority transactions.

Carlyle sees more growth in digital IT services after PK exit

The firm said this week it would sell PK to Concentrix in a transaction valued at roughly $1.6bn after a five-year hold.

CalPERS ups its PE allocation amid strong performance

California Public Employees' Retirement System increased its PE target allocation to 13% from 8%.

Bain Capital bets on ed-tech company HiMama through its impact fund

The latest funding is part of Bain’s Double Impact Fund, which invests in health and wellness, education and workforce development and sustainability.

Contra Costa pension wants more private equity, with eye toward new relationships

The system is trying to balance the art of increasing commitments while remaining cautious and disciplined in selecting managers.

Crestbridge looks to boost its US business through senior hire

The specialty firm is looking to expand its presence in the US after opening up an office in New York earlier this year.

 Orangewood acquires Pacific Bells, a Taco Bell franchisee

Aligning with Orangewood's long-term investment philosophy, the CEO of Pacific Bells sees ample opportunity to acquire new stores as a long runway to technology investment lies ahead.