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Recently, more than 70 colleagues from our Double Impact, Tech Opportunities, and Life Sciences teams partnered with Operation Warm to support students at the Hurley K-8 school with essential clothing. Our team had the joy of helping each student pick out a new pair of sneakers and a warm coat, so they can be comfortable, confident, and ready for learning and play this year. We’re grateful for the opportunity to work alongside Operation Warm to ensure more children have the resources they need to thrive. Learn how you can join us in supporting Operation Warm: https://lnkd.in/eNfQQzqb

Today is a milestone for Bain Capital’s Credit team. We’re excited to partner with Lincoln Financial—a firm with a 120-year legacy of trust, financial stewardship, and value creation—to expand access to private and asset-backed credit opportunities through its extensive distribution network. Investors today are looking for greater diversification and alternative sources of yield, and private markets are playing a bigger role in portfolio construction than ever before. By combining our investment expertise with Lincoln’s reach, we’re making it easier for more investors to tap into the benefits of innovative private and asset-backed credit solutions. For over 25 years, we’ve seen firsthand how multi-asset credit strategies can strengthen institutional portfolios. Now, we can extend those benefits to even more investors, unlocking new opportunities in a rapidly evolving market. We’re just getting started and look forward to what’s ahead. https://lnkd.in/eCfstSj9  

We are honored to be recognized by BluWave, LP as a 2025 Top PE Innovator, placing us among the top 2% of private equity firms embracing transformative value creation and modern firm operations. This recognition reflects our long-standing commitment to combining strategic insight with deep operational expertise to drive meaningful impact.   For over 40 years, we have worked to challenge conventional thinking, integrate specialized capabilities, and continuously evolve our approach to create lasting value. We remain focused on innovation, excellence, and partnership as we support businesses in achieving their full potential. #BainCapital #Innovation #ValueCreation

Our very own Eve Lee recently shared transformative insights and perspectives that have shaped her exceptional career as part of ION Analytics' 2025 International Women’s Day conversation series.   At Bain Capital, we are dedicated to celebrating the achievements and contributions of women throughout our firm and fostering a culture that is both supportive and inclusive. We strive to create an environment that empowers women to excel and lead, not only within Bain Capital but across the entire finance industry.   We encourage you to explore the full article and be inspired by Eve's story and the significant impact of women in finance.   Read more here: https://lnkd.in/ebd5qKGK  

On International Women's Day, we are proud to celebrate the accomplishments and contributions of women throughout the firm. The Bain Capital Women’s Network brings together colleagues across business units, departments, and geographies for connection and learning. As is the case for all our employee networks, events are open to everyone: those who identify, allies, and those who want to learn more. Over the past year, we hosted Women’s Network gatherings and events including the Bain Capital US Women Investors Conference, the Bain Capital Europe Cross-BU Women’s Offsite, a panel featuring women CEOs across Bain Capital’s portfolio companies, and global IWD celebrations.    We continue to collaborate with organizations around the globe, including AWF Tokyo, GAIN UK, Girls Who Invest, Level 20, Synergist Network, and The Women's Foundation, that are welcoming more women into rewarding careers in investing and providing mentorship, networking, and professional development opportunities for women in finance.    We recognize these are steps on the critical journey to continue building a supportive and inclusive culture at Bain Capital and across the finance industry.

From Ito-Yokado to York-Benimaru, Loft to Akachan Honpo, and Denny’s—these iconic supermarket and specialty retail brands are woven into the fabric of daily life in Japan. At this exciting inflection point, we are proud to partner with York Holdings to unlock new growth opportunities, maximize the attractiveness of facilities, and deliver fresh experiences for consumers across the country. By combining our global expertise in retail and consumer goods with our in-house real estate capabilities, we’re committed to helping York Holdings expand its reach and introduce innovative services that cater to the evolving needs of today’s consumers. Together, we’ll focus on driving growth, exploring a way to design more attractive spaces, and creating lasting value that benefits consumers across Japan. https://lnkd.in/eGM2-x8k

Bain Capital Specialty Finance, Inc. (NYSE: BCSF) announced financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 31, 2024. It also declared a 1Q 2025 dividend of $0.42 and has also declared additional dividends totaling $0.12 per share for 2025. “BCSF delivered strong quarterly and full year 2024 results as we continued to benefit from high net investment income and stable credit performance, supported by an active year of investment activity where we saw record originations,” said Michael Ewald, Chief Executive Officer of #BCSF. “As a result of our strong performance, we are pleased to announce another year of additional dividends for our shareholders. Looking ahead in 2025, we believe the Company is well positioned to continue to source and execute attractive middle market investment opportunities and drive further value for our shareholders.” Read the full announcement here:https://lnkd.in/eatAfdsk

Similar to other Asia-Pacific markets experiencing demographic shifts, Indonesia faces a growing demand for high-quality, affordable healthcare, driven by an aging population and rising affluence. Our strategic investment in Mayapada Healthcare, one of the country’s leading private hospital networks, seeks to help address this need and drive better patient outcomes for more Indonesians.   We aim to work with Mayapada Healthcare's team and elevate its strong foundation by further investing in its people, technology, and systems. This partnership builds on our track record of scaling global healthcare companies, particularly across Asia-Pacific, to meet evolving needs and deliver meaningful impact. https://lnkd.in/e--K_VQm

As we celebrated our firm’s 40th anniversary in 2024, our colleagues worldwide came together like never before, dedicating their time, expertise, and resources to support a diverse range of charitable and nonprofit organizations. These efforts reflect our deep-rooted culture of responsible citizenship and lasting impact, strengthening our commitment to community partnerships—including our relief initiatives and long-standing support for children’s education, health, and opportunity. We’re inspired by our colleagues' engagement and the meaningful impact our nonprofit partners are making in the communities where we live and work. We look forward to another year of driving positive change together.

Our Portfolio Group recently hosted our annual Growth Leaders Summit in Boston, bringing together over 50 senior executives from across our portfolio, including CMOs, CDOs, and e-commerce leaders.   This year’s summit focused on the transformative power of AI in driving business growth, with a focus on strategies to accelerate marketing, digital, and e-commerce functions. A number of thought leaders shared insights into real-world value creation, supported by survey data and case studies from companies in attendance.   Overall, the event reinforced the idea that AI has the potential to serve as a foundational enabler of growth and value creation across our portfolio.   Thanks to Matt Freeman and Darren Herman for spearheading another impactful Growth Leaders Summit.