Adenia Partners, a leading private equity firm focused on growth opportunities in Africa, has appointed Franck Falézan to the Investment Committee of Adenia Capital IV, and its most recent oversubscribed flagship fund, Adenia Capital V. A highly accomplished investment professional and entrepreneur, Falézan brings over 25 years of experience in strategic leadership to the role.
As Managing Partner and Co-Founder of PrimeStone Capital since 2014, Falézan has helped build a long-term, value-driven investment firm that has driven strategic growth across European companies. Prior to that, he spent 16 years at The Carlyle Group, where he served as Global Partner and Managing Director, leading major European buyouts and sitting on the boards of industrials, healthcare and media companies. His leadership was instrumental in many landmark transactions, including Aprovia, B&B Hotels, and Zodiac Marine & Pool, and he contributed to transformative internal projects, as well as Carlyle’s eventual public listing.
"Adding a new member to our Investment Committee is a decision we take with great care, as these individuals play a pivotal role in shaping the firm’s future,” said Alexis Caude, Managing Partner at Adenia Partners. “Franck’s outstanding track record in private equity, coupled with his deep strategic insight and strong alignment with Adenia’s values, makes him an excellent addition to our team. His decision to move into African private equity and join Adenia is a remarkable testament to the strength of our platform and the compelling investment opportunities on the continent. His experience and expertise will undoubtedly enhance our ability to deliver outstanding results for all our stakeholders, and advance our mission to create lasting value on the continent."
Falézan began his career with The Boston Consulting Group in Paris and London, advising on corporate strategy and operational improvements. He holds an MBA with distinction from Harvard Business School and an MS in Mathematics from École Polytechnique in France.