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💡 Private equity and venture capital added 451,511 new jobs in 2022 – more than the entire working population of Seville – a 7.2% increase compared with the 2% employment growth created across Europe. 💡 As a result, European private equity- and venture capital-backed companies employed 10.9 million people, representing 5% of the total workforce. That’s more than the population of the Czech Republic. 💡 In the Baltic region, the number of jobs in private equity grew by 6.4% in 2022, report shows. 💡 You can read https://lnkd.in/epAxqWX about the industry's real contribution to employment and job creation, and the far-reaching impact this has on the people, societies and economies of Europe. #privateequity #workforce #baltic #employees #report #job

Did you know companies backed by #privateequity firms employ a whopping 10.9 million people across Europe? 🌍 That's 5% of the continent's workforce, more people than the entire Czech Republic! These private equity-backed businesses are growing fast too, with employment up 7.2% in 2022 compared to just 2% for the wider market. 📈 Private equity plays a key role in the European economy, creating jobs and driving growth across various sectors, from agriculture to tech.

📢 Calling all data-driven startups and growing medium-sized businesses in South Africa! 🫱🏾🫲🏾 Our friends at HAUS kehittämiskeskus Oy / HAUS Finnish Institute of Public Management Ltd and The Data Governance in Africa Initiative (D4Ds | Data & Decision Support) are looking to support 10 data-driven startups and SMEs that generate societal value through scalable data-driven Digital Social Innovations (DSIs). 🚀 This is a great opportunity for growing businesses in E-Health, Digital Inclusion, Climate Change, Financial Inclusion & Open Banking, Connectivity Solutions, and Governance Enhancement. 💡 The 'Think Like an Investor' program will run from August 2024 to December 2025, and includes the following activities and covers their associated costs: 1️⃣ Investment readiness: Receive personalised coaching and mentoring tailored to your project's needs. Prepare for impactful meetings with European and African investors while exploring market access opportunities. 2️⃣ Matchmaking & networking: Participate in key events across Europe and Africa, connecting with potential investors at events relevant to the project needs. 3️⃣ Mentoring: Gain expert mentorship from industry leaders to support your scaling and growth needs. ➡️ Read more about the program and selection criteria, and apply before Sunday, 4 August 2024: https://lnkd.in/djKBfpjF

Unleashing Digital Skills in South Africa 🚀 South Africa's digital sector has over 60,000 available jobs, yet less than 70% of graduates have the necessary skills. Collective X is stepping up to bridge this gap with an ambitious plan detailed in our latest progress report. IT STARTS WITH... » 100+ private & public entities collaborating » 10-year mission » 1 world-class plan HOW WILL THEY 10X DIGITAL SKILLS IN 10 YEARS? ✅Consolidate the ecosystem ✅Align supply and demand ✅Attract critical skills ✅Build & standardize training ✅Practical training ✅Address systemic barriers ✅Unlock sustainable funding ✅Bring offshore jobs home 📖 Discover more about our comprehensive approach and how we're transforming the digital landscape. Read the full report: https://lnkd.in/gG45wWvU Adrian Dommisse Arnold Sigauque Alison Collier Endeavor Zimkhitha Peter Allan & Gill Gray Philanthropies Shelley Lotz Southern African Venture Capital & Private Equity Association (SAVCA) Christophe Viarnaud Cleola Kunene (MBA) Caitlin Nash Raadhika Sihin Buntu Majaja Sanjay Soni CA(SA) JSE The Loudhailer AfricArena Jozi Angels

Private wealth hubs of Hong Kong and Singapore have been clear beneficiaries of supercharged inflows in the post pandemic world. Per Financial Times, both are on course to report record numbers of family office launches this year. There were 50 family offices operating in Singapore in 2018, but that has ballooned to 1,650 today. Hong Kong, meanwhile, has more than 2,700. Developing a pipeline of talent will be critical for the success of Hong Kong and Singapore in this space.

During EU Regions Week, find out which countries lead in terms of for job creation for companies backed by private equity and venture capital ⤵️ 1️ Hungary 🇭🇺 – 15.5% net job growth in 2022 2 Czech Republic 🇨🇿 – 14.4% 3 Belgium 🇧🇪 – 12.9% 4 Sweden 🇸🇪 – 12.5% 5 Austria 🇦🇹 – 10.3% Find out more in the fifth edition of our #PrivateEquityAtWork report ➡️ http://bit.ly/PEatWork #PrivateEquity #VentureCapital #EURegionsWeek #jobs #growth #BuildingBetterBusinesses #infrastructure

Great insights from Invest Europe’s latest Private Equity at Work report! 📊 It’s encouraging to see the pivotal role private equity plays in driving innovation, supporting businesses, and fostering job creation across Europe. The data highlights the sector’s resilience and adaptability, especially in challenging market conditions. Private Equity caters for the interests of its investors, but also contributes to long-term value creation and economic growth. Looking forward to seeing how the industry evolves in the coming years! 💡 #PrivateEquity #InvestEurope #EconomicGrowth #ValueCreation

Private Equity at Work in Belgium 🇧🇪   This is how private equity supported companies, growth and job creation in Belgium in 2021-22:   🔹 220,568 employees at PE and VC-backed companies 🔹 4% of Belgium’s total 4.9 million workforce 🔹 +10,350 net jobs created 🔹 12.9% growth in employment, compared with 2.6% at all Belgian companies   Find out more in our report ➡️ http://bit.ly/PEatWork   #PrivateEquityAtWork #PrivateEquity #VentureCapital #Belgium BVA | Belgian Venture Capital & Private Equity Association

🚀 A Life of Global Adventures and New Beginnings 🌍 Two days ago, I received my 5th residence permit—this time for Portugal. Our journey started back in 2000, when I left Brazil with my wife and our 3-year-old daughter to begin a new life in the USA. Since then, we’ve called Germany (2005), China (2009), and Argentina (2014) home. Each place has shaped us in ways we could never have imagined. From leadership roles in companies like Philips, NXP Semiconductors, Lite-On and PositivoBGH, to social impact projects in Rwanda, Kenya, Ghana, and beyond, I’ve been fortunate to work with extraordinary people, each project enriching my personal and professional life. Now, working in my own company with local partners and a bright pipeline ahead, we’re taking things step by step—not because we need to rush into a new job, but because we want to enjoy the process, focusing on meaningful projects that align with our values. It’s about working with people who share the same passions and drive, while continuing to create impactful projects. I’m excited about what’s to come—whether it’s in digital education, sustainability, fintech, e-government, or beyond. This time, it’s not just about building projects, it’s about doing it with purpose and pleasure, with the experiences and connections we’ve gathered along the way. Here’s to the next adventure. The future looks bright, and I’m ready for what’s next! 🚀🌍 #LeadershipJourney #GlobalImpact #DigitalTransformation #Sustainability #Fintech #EGovernment #GlobalLeadership #CollaborativeProjects #ExecutiveLeadership #SocialImpact #Innovation #GlobalBusiness #NewBeginnings #GlobalGrowth

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