Ardian

📅 𝑆𝑎𝑣𝑒 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑑𝑎𝑡𝑒! #AixAi | 𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑨𝑰 𝒊𝒎𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒗𝒆: 𝒓𝒆𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒏𝒌𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑨𝒍𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒏𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒗𝒆 𝑰𝒏𝒗𝒆𝒔𝒕𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕 Ardian is inviting experts from the investment and tech sectors, along with C-level executives from various industries, to come together and discuss the challenges of #ArtificialItelligence. Recent progress made in Artificial Intelligence is reshaping the economy, driving increased efficiency and innovation. Its rapid advancements are likely to change the dynamics for multiple industries including the asset management industry, creating new opportunities. Unlike public equities, Alternative Investments do not benefit from the same volume and access to data. This event will explore how we should rethink Alternative Investment based on this new reality. Join us on October 17, at the Bastille Opera in Paris or by Live video webcast. Register now → https://bit.ly/4dTuqgZ 🗣️📢 And meet our speakers: Jonas Corné, Pauline Thomson, Clément Marty, Marco Trombetti, (Translated), Marco Di Dio Roccazzella (JAKALA), Dominic Ward (Verne), Vincent LucIAni (Artefact), Christophe Duverne #AI #AlternativeInvestment #Data #Innovation #DigitalTransformation #AssetManagement Mathias Burghardt Skander Kamoun Arthur Garnier

Here at Ardian, we believe that robust governance is a cornerstone of success. Our new governance framework prioritizes collaboration and teamwork, reflecting our role as #ArchitectsofLastingChange. Emphasizing diversity of expertise and experience as building blocks to create compelling strategy and vision, the governance structure is actioned in our new management structure and #OneArdian, #OneVoice initiative. As Architects of Lasting Change, we are committed to finance as a force for enduring economic and social value. We invest in building companies that last, delivering both profitable and responsible results that adapt and thrive over time, dedicated to making a lasting impact – this new governance framework supports and strengthens the singular vision that unites our many activities and defines the way we do business. Learn more about our General Management Team → https://bit.ly/3BC1pIx #Governance

PRESS RELEASE | Ardian announces its acquisition of a majority stake in VISTA VISION GROUP, a market leader in Italy in providing high-quality healthcare services in ophthalmic and refractive surgery. Vista Vision’s network counts 12 clinics in Italy and 5 in Romania, focusing primarily on laser surgery for the correction of myopia and on cataract surgery. Vista Vision’s innovative and flexible business model enables the company to offer highly efficient, fast, and top-quality services.   The demand for eye care services is experiencing steady growth rates within a sector that is still highly fragmented which offers significant investment opportunities aimed at its further consolidation, with Vista Vision poised to play a key role. "We are delighted to start our partnership with Vista Vision. Mario and Stefano have been far-sighted in creating, over 20 years ago, an innovative business that offers top-quality services. We are confident that the company, a leader in the Italian market, is well positioned to become an aggregator in this highly fragmented sector. Our strategy will be focused on developing the network in Italy and expanding internationally.” Marco Molteni, Managing Director, Expansion, Ardian Read the announcement → https://bit.ly/4he0L4z #Healthcare #Italy #Expansion #InternationalDevelopment Francois JERPHAGNON Mario Salmeri Stefano Zanchi Giacomo Brettoni Elisabetta Bozzoni Pantaleoni

📢 #AixAi | Join us for a panel discussion on AI in alternative investment at Ardian’s Ai x Ai Conference! Our second panel is focusing on ways investors can support their portfolio companies in harnessing the potential of AI. Our expert speakers will delve into the main challenges most companies are facing and the role of investment firms to help them navigate the complexity of creating impact through data intelligence. Join us in person or via live webcast on Thursday, October 17 to learn more from our experts: • Andrea Andorno, CEO, SAGAT Torino Airport (Torino Airport), • Marco Di Dio Roccazzella, Managing Director, JAKALA, • Guillaume Liegey, Co-Founder & CEO, Explain, • Fanjuan SHI, Ph.D, Chief Information Officer & Chief Data Officer, Prosol • Philippe Limantour, Ph.D. Chief Technology Officer & CyberSecurity Officer, Microsoft France • Marion Calcine, Chief Investment Officer, Infrastructure, Ardian • Clément Marty, Head of Portfolio Digital Transformation & Managing Director, Ardian Register now → https://bit.ly/4dTuqgZ #Ardian #ArtificialIntelligence #AlternativeInvestment

🏢 Matteo Minardi, Head of Real Estate Italy, attended Markets Group 5th Annual Real Estate Europe Forum in London and spoke on the panel “Forging New Trails in European Real Estate Markets” along with William Hobbs (Barclays Wealth Management), Gary Rozier (Blue Owl Capital) and Vincent Nobel (Federated Hermes Limited). Matteo discussed key topics such as the office market, the PBSA (Purpose-Built Student Accommodation) sector, and Sustainability. The 5th Annual Real Estate Europe Forum was developed as an educationally focused meeting exclusively for the European investor community to benchmark and learn about institutional and private wealth real estate allocation strategies.   Matteo Minardi along with Daniel Noeltner, Director in the Real Estate team at Ardian, hosted a roundtable to present a case study on self-storage, offering innovative and practical insights into this promising sector.   #RealEstate #Investment #OfficeBuildings #Sustainability #Innovation #Europe

📢 #AixAi | Unlocking AI’s potential in alternative investment at Ardian's Ai x Ai Conference. #AI is reshaping industries, creating efficiencies and driving innovation, but what does this mean for alternative investment? Join Ardian's Ai x Ai Conference on October 17 for a deep dive into how AI is transforming the asset management industry and unlocking new opportunities.   On panel 3, experts and leaders from the technology and investment sectors will bring insightful perspectives on the investment prospects brought by the development of AI: • Quentin Barenne, Co-Founder, Wintics • Christophe Duverne, Co-Founder & Partner, Silian Partners and Senior Managing Director, Ardian Semiconductor • Lise Fauconnier, Managing Director, Ardian • Marco Trombetti, CEO, Translated • Dominic Ward, CEO, Verne   Join us live at the Bastille Opera in Paris or via live webcast and learn more on. Register now → https://bit.ly/4dTuqgZ   #ArtificialIntelligence #AlternativeInvestment #Innovation

PRESS RELEASE | We are proud to announce that F2i and Finavias (holding company owned by Dutch pension fund APG and funds managed by Ardian) sell their entire shareholding in 2i Rete Gas S.p.A., Italy’s second largest natural gas distribution operator, to Italgas.   During 15 years of ownership, the company has pursued a path of growth that has led it to increase the number of users from the initial 1.9 million to the current 4.9 million, with a network under management that today exceeds 72 thousand kilometers, with over 2,200 concessions managed by 2,200 people.    The growth in size was achieved through an effective strategy of acquiring other operators, the development of the managed networks, and through participation in the tenders for the renewal of concessions that have been announced and assigned to date.   We are pleased to have also contributed to the positioning of 2i Rete Gas as a key player in the energy transition in the Italian economy.   Read the announcement → https://bit.ly/3BAe1QB #Infrastructure #NaturalGas #EnergyTransition #Italy Rosario Mazza Federica Vasquez Greta Chilelli

📢 #AixAi | We are thrilled to announce that Philippe Aghion will be participating as the Keynote speaker at Ardian's "Ai x Ai: The AI Imperative – Rethinking Alternative Investment" conference.    A globally recognized economist and professor at Collège de France and INSEAD, Philippe Aghion is known for his pioneering work on the Schumpeterian Growth paradigm, which explores the role of innovation and creative destruction in economic growth - and is consistently pushing the boundaries of economic theory. His major contributions, such as his co-authorship of “The Power of Creative Destruction,” shed light on the transformative power of innovation in shaping industries and the global economy. More recently, Philippe Aghion co-authored the report on Artificial Intelligence for the French President Emmanuel Macron, published in March 2024.   On October 17, Philippe Aghion will share insights on how AI is likely to reshape our economy, and how industries and politicians should act in response. This keynote will provide invaluable perspectives for those looking to navigate the complexities of AI.    Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of this forward-thinking dialogue! Click the link to register → https://bit.ly/4dTuqgZ   #AlternativeInvestment #AI #Data #Innovation

Congratulations to our CEO and Founder Dominique Senequier for being named one of Fortune's 𝗠𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗣𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰! 🌍💼   The Fortune Most Powerful Women list ranks the 100 Most powerful women globally, taking into account the scope of executive’s work and the global reach of their organizations.   Under Dominique Senequier’s leadership, Ardian continues to grow and innovate while sticking to its core values of sustainability and positive impact. This recognition highlights not only her pivotal role in the financial industry but also her unwavering commitment to responsible investment practices.   We are proud of this well-deserved recognition. Discover the ranking → https://bit.ly/3Y85JrY   #Leadership #MostPowerfulWomen #Fortune2024

Jan Philipp Schmitz, Executive Vice-President at Ardian, attended the Institutional Investor 19th Japan Investment Forum in Tokyo.   Speaking after the keynote presentation made by Ministry of Finance Japan, Jan Philipp Schmitz presented perspectives and opportunities in private markets, highlighting that private capital funds can offer high, diversified potential returns at all stages of the macroeconomic cycle: “𝑊𝑒 𝑒𝑥𝑝𝑒𝑐𝑡 𝐽𝑎𝑝𝑎𝑛𝑒𝑠𝑒 𝑖𝑛𝑣𝑒𝑠𝑡𝑜𝑟𝑠 𝑡𝑜 𝑠𝑒𝑒𝑘 𝑓𝑢𝑟𝑡ℎ𝑒𝑟 𝑜𝑝𝑝𝑜𝑟𝑡𝑢𝑛𝑖𝑡𝑖𝑒𝑠 𝑓𝑜𝑟 𝑔𝑟𝑜𝑤𝑡ℎ 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑖𝑛𝑐𝑟𝑒𝑎𝑠𝑖𝑛𝑔𝑙𝑦 𝑎𝑙𝑙𝑜𝑐𝑎𝑡𝑒 𝑚𝑜𝑟𝑒 𝑜𝑓 𝑡ℎ𝑒𝑖𝑟 𝑝𝑜𝑟𝑡𝑓𝑜𝑙𝑖𝑜𝑠 𝑡𝑜 𝑝𝑟𝑖𝑣𝑎𝑡𝑒 𝑚𝑎𝑟𝑘𝑒𝑡 𝑓𝑢𝑛𝑑𝑠, 𝑒𝑠𝑝𝑒𝑐𝑖𝑎𝑙𝑙𝑦 𝑔𝑖𝑣𝑒𝑛 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑚𝑎𝑐𝑟𝑜𝑒𝑐𝑜𝑛𝑜𝑚𝑖𝑐 𝑡𝑢𝑟𝑏𝑢𝑙𝑒𝑛𝑐𝑒𝑠 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑖𝑛𝑐𝑟𝑒𝑎𝑠𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑔𝑒𝑜𝑝𝑜𝑙𝑖𝑡𝑖𝑐𝑎𝑙 𝑢𝑛𝑐𝑒𝑟𝑡𝑎𝑖𝑛𝑡𝑖𝑒𝑠.” Jan Philipp Schmitz also shared key strategies for seeking out innovative opportunities and mitigating investment risks, emphasizing the importance of portfolio diversification. #Japan #Asia #InvestorRelations #Innovation #Diversification