Geneva-based Syz Capital has appointed David Weintraub as Chief Executive Officer, subject to regulatory approval.
Syz Capital will focus exclusively on private equity through two complementary strategies: direct investments in European small and mid-market B2B businesses, and its primary private equity programme, which provides investors with access to a diversified portfolio of high-quality private equity opportunities through specialist managers.
Eric Syz, CEO of Syz Group, said: “We are delighted to welcome David Weintraub to Syz Capital. His appointment marks an important step as we position the business into a dedicated private equity platform. Alternative investments remain a core conviction of Syz Group, and this sharper focus will allow us to build on our strengths, create greater value for clients and pursue attractive long-term growth opportunities.”
Weintraub joins from Kirkbi, the private investment holding company behind the Lego Group, where he served as Investment Director. He brings extensive experience in direct investing, transaction execution and value creation, having led a broad range of investments focusing on technology-enabled sectors across Europe. Prior to Kirkbi, he worked in investment banking at Alantra advising corporates and financial sponsors on M&A transactions.