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Team

Carmen joined LGP as an Associate in 2020. Prior to LGP, Carmen worked as an Analyst at Citi in the Global Retail and M&A groups in New York and London respectively. Carmen is actively involved with LGP’s investment in Milan Laser Hair Removal. Carmen graduated from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania with a Bachelor of Science in Economics.

Matt joined LGP as an Associate in 2020. Previously, Matt worked in private equity at Freeman Spogli in its Los Angeles office from 2018 to 2020 and in the Financial Restructuring Group of Houlihan Lokey in its Los Angeles office from 2015 to 2018. Matt is actively involved with LGP’s investments in Press Ganey and Insight Global. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree, summa cum laude, in Business Administration from the University of Southern California.

Anna joined LGP as an Associate in 2016 and transitioned to the Investor Relations team in August 2018. She was previously on the investment team for two years. Anna remains actively involved with LGP’s investments in Aspen Dental, Jetro Cash & Carry, and ProMach. Prior to LGP, Anna worked as an Analyst at Barclays in the Financial Sponsors Group in Los Angeles. Anna earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Honors Business Administration from the Richard Ivey School of Business at the University of Western Ontario.

John joined LGP in 1999. Previously John was a Vice President at DLJ in Los Angeles, which he joined in 1995.  Prior to DLJ, John worked at Fidelity Investments and Arthur Andersen. John presently serves on the Board of Directors of Aspen Dental, Catalent (as an observer), CHG Healthcare Services, Community Psychiatry, ExamWorks, Press Ganey, RestorixHealth, and WCG, among others. He is actively involved with LGP’s investments in MultiPlan, North American Partners in Anesthesia, Prospect Medical, and Pye-Barker. His previous board positions include The Brickman Group, Communications & Power Industries, Equinox/SoulCycle, FTD Group, Leslie’s Poolmart, North American Partners in Anesthesia, Petco, Phoenix Scientific, Pure International, Rite Aid, U.S. Renal Care, and VCA. He earned a Bachelor of Business Administration, summa cum laude, from the University of Notre Dame and an M.B.A., with distinction, from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania.

Kevin joined LGP as an Associate in 2020. Prior to LGP, Kevin worked as an Analyst in the Consumer Retail Group at Barclays in New York. Kevin is actively involved with LGP’s investment in Ellucian. Kevin graduated from the University of Pennsylvania with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics.

Raffi joined LGP as an Associate in 2017. Prior to joining LGP, Raffi worked as an analyst at Moelis & Company in the M&A and Restructuring Groups in Los Angeles. Raffi is actively involved with LGP’s investments in Clarivate and WCG. He was previously involved with LGP’s investments in Clean Energy Fuels and Lucky Brand. Raffi graduated with high distinction from the University of California, Berkeley with a B.S. in Business Administration from the Haas School of Business.

Lily joined LGP in 2004. As Chief Portfolio Services Officer, Lily leads LGP’s collaborative efforts with portfolio company management teams. Lily currently serves on the Board of Directors of JOANN Stores. Prior to LGP, she worked at Nissan North America and Nissan Motor Acceptance Corporation in strategy and planning roles. Prior to Nissan, Lily was a partner with eCompanies Venture Group. Earlier in her career she held finance and management positions with The Walt Disney Company and Procter & Gamble. Lily earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Quantitative Economics from Stanford University, and an MBA, with distinction, from Harvard Business School.

Elaine joined LGP as an Associate in 2020. Prior to LGP, Elaine worked as an Analyst in the Financial Sponsors Group at Credit Suisse in New York. Elaine is actively involved with LGP’s investments in Caliber Collision Centers, MultiPlan, and Zaxby’s. Elaine graduated summa cum laude from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania with a Bachelor of Science in Economics and concentrations in Finance and Real Estate.

Doug joined LGP in 2017 as Chief Portfolio Technology Officer. As a member of the Portfolio Services team, Doug focuses on technology-related collaboration with portfolio companies. Prior to LGP, Doug worked at Virgin Hyperloop as SVP of Systems Technology, spent many years at Hewlett Packard Enterprise as a VP and HP Fellow, and held executive positions at several companies including Sony Pictures Entertainment, Cendant Corporation, and Lucasfilm. Doug earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics and a Bachelor of Science degree in Information Systems from Claremont McKenna College, and a Masters in Management of Information Systems from Claremont Graduate University.

Brian joined LGP as an Associate in 2017. Prior to LGP, Brian worked as an Associate at Kainos Capital in Dallas and as an Analyst in the Consumer Retail Group at Barclays in New York. Brian is actively involved with LGP’s investments in Community Psychiatry, JOANN Stores, Milan Laser Hair Removal, and The Shade Store. He graduated from the University of Pennsylvania with a B.S. in Economics.

Usama joined LGP as an Associate in 2003. Prior to joining LGP, Usama worked in the Mergers and Acquisitions and Retail/Consumer Products Groups in the Investment Banking Division of Morgan Stanley in their New York office. Usama currently serves on the Board of Directors of Authentic Brands Group, Clarivate, Ellucian, ECI, and Insight Global. His previous board positions include CCC Information Services, Tank Holdings, and United States Infrastructure Corporation. In addition, Usama is actively involved with LGP’s investment in Jetro Cash & Carry and was previously involved with LGP’s investment in Clean Energy Fuels. Usama earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics-Political Science from Columbia University.

John joined LGP in 1995. Previously John was a Managing Director in the Los Angeles office of DLJ, which he joined in 1990, and where he worked extensively with LGP as its lead investment banker. Prior to DLJ, John was a Vice President in corporate finance at Drexel from 1985 to 1990. John presently serves on the Board of Directors of Advantage Solutions, Charter Next Generation, Eyemart Express, Life Time Fitness, Mister Car Wash, SRS Distribution, and WellSky, as well as IQVIA (a former LGP portfolio company) and Genani Corporation. His previous board positions include Air Lease Corporation, Animal Health International, Arden Group, Big 5 Sporting Goods, CCC Information Services, Communications & Power Industries, Diamond Triumph Auto Glass, Insight Global, J.Crew, Leslie’s Poolmart, Liberty Group Publishing, MEMC Electronic Materials, MultiPlan, Neiman Marcus Group, Packers Sanitation Services, Petco, Phoenix Scientific, Rite Aid, The Tire Rack, and VCA. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from the University of California at Berkeley and an M.B.A. from Harvard Business School.

Alex joined LGP in 2019 as a Fund Accountant. Prior to joining LGP, Alex served as an Associate in the Financial Services Audit Group of KPMG in Los Angeles. Alex earned a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Florida and Master of Accounting from the University of Southern California.

Josh joined LGP as an Associate in 2015. Prior to joining LGP, Josh worked at Barclays in the Financial Sponsors and Real Estate Groups in Los Angeles. Josh is actively involved with LGP’s investments in Caliber Collision Centers, Mister Car Wash, Press Ganey, Union Square Hospitality Group, and Zaxby’s. Josh graduated from the University of Michigan (Ross) with a B.B.A. in Finance and Accounting.

Andrew joined LGP as an Analyst in 2019. Andrew is actively involved with LGP’s investments in Troon and WellSky. He graduated cum laude from the University of Notre Dame, where he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration, with a major in Finance, from the Mendoza College of Business. Andrew was a Summer Analyst at LGP in 2018.

Tim joined LGP in 2003. Previously, Tim was a Director in the Investment Banking Department of Credit Suisse First Boston in Los Angeles, which he joined in 2000 following CSFB’s acquisition of DLJ. He had been at DLJ since 1996 and had previously worked in the Mergers and Acquisitions group at Paine Webber Incorporated in New York. Tim presently serves on the Board of Directors of Advantage Solutions, The Container Store, Insight Global, OMNIA Partners, Pye-Barker, Veritext, and The Wrench Group. His previous board positions include CCC Information Services, Del Taco, FTD Group, Tank Holdings, and United States Infrastructure Corporation. Tim received a dual Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics and Political Science from Brown University.

Cody joined LGP as Chief Financial Officer in 2005. Previously, Cody was a Senior Manager in Ernst & Young’s Assurance and Advisory Business Services practice in the Los Angeles office, which he joined in 2002. While at E&Y, he worked extensively with several prominent investment management and financial services firms. From 1991 to 2002, Cody was an auditor and consultant in the Financial Services Industry of Arthur Andersen’s Assurance and Business Advisory practice. Cody earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from Oklahoma State University.

Ben joined LGP as a Vice President in 2019. He presently serves on the Board of Directors of Milan Laser Hair Removal and is actively involved with LGP’s investment in West Shore Home. Previously, Ben worked in private equity at Vestar Capital Partners from 2012 to 2019 and in the M&A and Restructuring Groups at Perella Weinberg Partners from 2009 to 2012. He graduated magna cum laude from the University of Southern California with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration.

Kris joined LGP as an associate in 2002. Prior to joining LGP, he had been in the Investment Banking Division of Credit Suisse First Boston (formerly DLJ) in their Los Angeles office. Kris presently serves on the Board of Directors of  The Container Store, Life Time Fitness, Milan Laser Hair Removal, Mister Car Wash, Pure Gym, The Shade Store, Troon Golf, Union Square Hospitality Group, and Zaxby’s. His previous board positions include BJ’s Wholesale Club, Claim Jumper, Communications & Power Industries, and Tourneau. Kris earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Honors Business Administration from the Richard Ivey School of Business at the University of Western Ontario.

Andrew joined Leonard Green & Partners as General Counsel in 2016, and is responsible for legal, compliance, human resources and operations. Prior to joining LGP, Andrew was Counsel at Debevoise & Plimpton LLP in New York, and prior to that he was Of Counsel at Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP. Andrew received a J.D. from the University of Pennsylvania Law School and a B.S., summa cum laude, from Yeshiva University. Andrew is a California Registered In-House Counsel.

Evan joined LGP as a Partner in 2019. He presently serves on the Board of Directors of Milan Laser Hair Removal, Pye-Barker, and West Shore Home. He is also actively involved with LGP’s investment in Community Psychiatry. Previously, Evan was a Managing Director at ONCAP, a division of ONEX, which he joined in 2004. Evan was responsible for origination, due diligence and company building efforts in various industrial and consumer services verticals. Prior to ONCAP, he worked in the investment banking divisions of UBS in Los Angeles and Dundee Securities in Toronto. Evan is a Chartered Financial Analyst and holds an Honors in Business Administration from the Richard Ivey School of Business.

Reg joined LGP in 2013. Previously, Reg worked at Petco for five years as Vice President of Procurement and Process Re-Engineering in its San Diego office. Prior to joining Petco, Reg spent two years at The Home Depot and 17 years at Delta Airlines, where he worked in various strategic sourcing and procurement roles.

Kara joined LGP as an Associate in 2017. Previously, Kara worked at Goldman Sachs in its New York headquarters from 2011 to 2013. Kara is actively involved with LGP’s investments in The Container Store, Eyemart Express, Insight Global, MultiPlan, and Veritext. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree, cum laude, in Sociology and Economics from Harvard University, an M.B.A. from Stanford Graduate School of Business, and a JD from Stanford Law School. Kara is a member of the California Bar Association.

Sean joined LGP as an Associate in 2019. Prior to LGP, Sean worked as an analyst at Moelis & Company in the M&A and Restructuring groups in Los Angeles. Sean presently serves on the Board of Directors of ECI and is actively involved with LGP’s investments in 1-800 Contacts, Catalent and CHG Healthcare. Sean graduated magna cum laude from the University of Pennsylvania with a Bachelor of Science in Economics.

Natalie joined LGP as an Associate in 2020. Prior to LGP, Natalie worked as an analyst at PJT Partners in the M&A group in NYC. Natalie is actively involved with LGP’s investment in The Shade Store and West Shore Home. Natalie graduated magna cum laude from Wellesley College with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Chinese.

David joined LGP as a Vice President in 2016. Previously, David worked in private equity at FFL Partners in San Francisco from 2010 to 2016 and in the Mergers & Acquisitions group of Morgan Stanley in its Los Angeles office from 2008 to 2010. David presently serves on the Board of Directors of Eyemart Express, PDC Brands, The Shade Store, and WCG. He is actively involved with LGP’s investments in Authentic Brands Group, Catalent, and Jetro Cash & Carry. David earned a Bachelor of Science degree, magna cum laude, in Business Administration from the University of Southern California.

Jacqueline joined LGP in 2012. Prior to joining LGP, she worked as a Senior in the Tax Services Group of Ernst & Young in Los Angeles. Jacqueline earned a Bachelor of Arts degree, in Accounting, from the Eli Broad College of Business at Michigan State University and earned a Masters of Business Taxation degree from the University of Southern California. Jacqueline is a licensed Certified Public Accountant in California.

Michael joined LGP as an Associate in 2007. Prior to joining LGP, Michael worked in the Investment Banking Division of Credit Suisse in their Los Angeles office as a Generalist. Michael presently serves on the Board of Directors of AerSale, Charter Next Generation, ProMach, Pure Gym, Troon Golf, and The Wrench Group. He is also actively involved with LGP’s investment in West Shore Home. He previously served on the Board of Directors of Authentic Brands Group, Lucky Brand, and PDC Brands. Michael earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Honors Business Administration from the Richard Ivey School of Business at the University of Western Ontario.

Jennifer joined LGP as Controller in 2012. Previously, Jennifer served as a Senior Manager in Ernst & Young’s Audit practice in the Los Angeles office, which she joined in 2000. While at E&Y, she worked extensively with several prominent health sciences, real estate, and manufacturing companies that were both publicly and privately held. From 2008-2011, Jennifer served as a resident in E&Y’s Professional Practice Audit practice located in Cleveland. Jennifer is a Certified Public Accountant in California and is a member of AICPA and the California Society of CPAs. Jennifer earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from Arizona State University and a Masters in Accountancy from the University of Notre Dame.

Andrew joined LGP as an Associate in 2018. Prior to LGP, he worked at Credit Suisse in the Global Industrials & Services Group in Chicago. Andrew is actively involved with LGP’s investments in Aspen Dental, Community Psychiatry, WellSky, and The Wrench Group. Andrew graduated from the University of Notre Dame, where he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration, with a major in Finance, from the Mendoza College of Business.

Adam joined LGP as an Associate in 2011. Previously, Adam worked in private equity at Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co. in their New York office from 2007 to 2009 and in the Global Industrials Group of Bear, Stearns & Co. Inc. in their New York office from 2005 to 2007. Adam currently serves on the Board of Directors of CHG Healthcare Services, Clarivate, ExamWorks, RestorixHealth, Service Logic, and SRS Distribution. He previously served on board of Tank Holdings and United States Infrastructure Corporation. In addition, Adam is actively involved with LGP’s investments in Advantage Solutions and OMNIA Partners. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from Princeton University and an M.B.A. from Harvard Business School.

Chris joined LGP in 2013. Chris presently serves on the Board of Directors of Charter Next Generation, Ellucian, OMNIA Partners, ProMach, Service Logic, Veritext, and The Wrench Group. His previous board positions include CCC Information Services and Packers Sanitation Services. Previously Chris was a Managing Director at Investcorp in its New York office, which he joined in 1996. Prior to Investcorp, Chris worked in leveraged finance at Chemical Securities. He earned his undergraduate degree in Economics and Government from Cornell University and a Masters in Business Administration from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania.

Matt joined LGP as an Associate in 2019. Prior to LGP, Matt worked as an Analyst in the Mergers & Acquisitions Group at J.P. Morgan in New York. Matt is actively involved with LGP’s investment in OMNIA Partners, ProMach, and Pye-Barker. He graduated magna cum laude from Georgetown University with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration.

Peter joined LGP in 1997. He transitioned from Managing Partner to his current role as Senior Advisor in 2014. Previously Peter was a Managing Director and Co-Head of DLJ’s Los Angeles Investment Banking Division, which he joined in 1990, and where he worked extensively with LGP, assuming the role of its lead investment banker in 1995. During his time at DLJ, Peter helped to build the Los Angeles investment banking office to the largest regional presence in the nation with over 100 professionals and acted as advisor to entities such as adidas AG, the Government of Mexico, Saatchi & Saatchi PLC, Televisa S.A. and Orion Pictures. Prior to DLJ, Peter had been a First Vice President in corporate finance at Drexel, Burnham, Lambert from 1986 to 1990, a Vice President at Prudential Securities, Inc. from 1982 to 1986 and an Associate at Manufacturers Hanover Trust Company. Peter presently serves on the Board of Directors of Activision and Aersale. His previous board positions include Aspen Dental, FTD Group, Liberty Group Publishing, Scitor Corporation, VCA, Wavetek Corporation, White Cap Industries, and the Supervisory Board of Adidas AG. In addition, Peter is also a Director of several private companies. Active at his Alma mater, he is a Trustee Emeritus at Cornell University and member of the Investment Committee for its endowment as well as the Chair of Loyola High School’s Investment Committee for its endowment. Peter is also a former Eagle Scout. He earned an undergraduate degree from the Dyson School of Business at Cornell University and an M.B.A. from the S.C. Johnson Graduate School of Business at Cornell University as well.

Prior to joining LGP in 2017, Nick worked as an Associate in the Healthcare Group at GTCR in Chicago and as an analyst in the Mergers & Acquisitions Group at Bank of America Merrill Lynch in New York. Nick is actively involved with LGP’s investments in Authentic Brands Group, Catalent, Ellucian, ExamWorks, Jetro Cash & Carry, OMNIA Partners, and SRS Distribution. He graduated from Yale University with a B.A. in Economics.

Brendan joined LGP as an Analyst in 2012 and currently serves on the Board of Directors of ProMach and Service Logic. He is actively involved with LGP’s investments in MDVIP, MultiPlan, and RestorixHealth. Brendan was also previously involved with LGP’s investments in Solera and The Tire Rack. He graduated magna cum laude from the University of Notre Dame, where he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration with majors in Finance and History from the Mendoza College of Business.

Tai Park joined LGP as Information Technology Manager in 2008. Prior to joining LGP, he managed information technology in the insurance and banking industries. Tai earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from UC Berkeley.

Robin Rice joined LGP in 2005. Prior to joining LGP, she worked at Bank Julius Baer & Co. Ltd. and Cantor Fitzgerald in New York. At Cantor, she assisted the CEO in facilitating the reorganization of the Institutional Trading Division after 9/11. Robin earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Texas A&M University.

Eric (EJ) Royster joined LGP as Senior Support Specialist in 2020. Prior to joining LGP, Eric worked in both the military and civilian sectors dealing with Information Technology. He graduated from San Diego State University with a Bachelors in Film and Television as well as the Community College of the Air Force focusing on Information Technology. He served four years active duty in the Air Force from 2008 to 2012 with certifications and elevated security clearances.

Tim joined LGP in 2017. Previously, Tim served as an Experienced Associate in the Private Company Services (PCS) and Personal Financial Services (PFS) Tax Groups of PricewaterhouseCoopers in Los Angeles. Tim earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics and Accounting from the University of California, Santa Barbara.

Max joined LGP as an Associate in 2019. Prior to LGP, Max worked as an Analyst in the Financial Sponsors and Real Estate & Gaming groups at Credit Suisse in Los Angeles. Max is actively involved with LGP’s investments in Mister Car Wash, RestorixHealth, Service Logic, WCG, and West Shore Home. Max graduated from the University of California, Los Angeles with a Bachelor of the Arts in Business Economics.

Jonathan joined LGP in 2015. Prior to joining LGP, Jonathan was a Senior Associate in the Financial Services Assurance Group of PriceWaterhouseCoopers in both San Francisco and Los Angeles. Jonathan earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics and Accounting, from the University of California, Santa Barbara.

Lance joined LGP as Director of Tax in 2010. Prior to joining LGP, Lance was a Senior Manager in the Transaction Advisory Services – Transaction Tax Group of Ernst & Young in Los Angeles. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree, cum laude, from Tulane University and earned a Juris Doctor from the University of Southern California Law School. Lance is a member of the State Bar of California.

Jon joined LGP in 1994. Previously he worked in corporate finance at DLJ in Los Angeles. Jon presently serves on the Board of Directors of Aersale, Authentic Brands Group, Caliber Collision Centers, Mister Car Wash, Signet Jewelers, SRS Distribution, and West Shore Home. His previous board positions include Arrow Group Industries, Big 5 Sporting Goods, BJ’s Wholesale Club, Diamond Triumph Auto Glass, Dollar Financial Group, Gart Sports, Liberty Group Publishing, Scitor Corporation, The Tire Rack, Varsity Brands, White Cap Industries, and Whole Foods Market. Jon earned a Bachelor of Applied Science degree in Systems Engineering and a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics from the University of Pennsylvania.

Rohan joined LGP as a Vice President in 2019. He is actively involved with LGP’s investment in Community Psychiatry. Previously, Rohan worked at Wellspring Capital Partners in New York from 2014 to 2019. Prior to Wellspring, Rohan worked at Roark Capital Group from 2012 to 2014 where he worked on several acquisitions in the franchise, multi-unit sector. He graduated from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania with a Bachelor of Science in Economics with a concentration in Finance.

Jon joined LGP in 1990. Previously Jon was a Managing Director in corporate finance at Drexel, which he joined in 1985. Prior to Drexel, Jon was a Principal of Hambrecht & Quist, and prior to that, he was with Woodman, Kirkpatrick & Gilbreath (which subsequently merged with Hambrecht & Quist) and Merrill Lynch & Co. Jon presently serves on the Board of Directors of Advantage Solutions, The Container Store, Jetro Cash & Carry, JOANN Stores, Shake Shack, and Union Square Hospitality Group. His previous board positions include Arrow Group Industries, Authentic Brands Group, Big 5 Sporting Goods, BJ’s Wholesale Club, The Brickman Group, Carr-Gottstein Foods Co., Diamond Triumph Auto Glass, Dollar Financial Group, J. Crew, MC Sporting Goods, Pure International, Rite Aid, Rival Manufacturing Co., Signet Jewelers, Thrifty PayLess Holdings, The Tire Rack, Tourneau, Tuboscope, Vans, Varsity Brands, White Cap Industries, and Whole Foods Market. Jon serves as a trustee of Williams College and the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. He is also a board member of the Melanoma Research Alliance. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Williams College.

Michael joined LGP in 2000. Previously he worked in the Financial Sponsors Group of Deutsche Banc Alex Brown in Los Angeles since 1996. Michael’s Board of Directors positions include 1-800 Contacts and PDC Brands. His previous board positions include Dollar Financial Group, J.Crew, Petco, and Phoenix Scientific. He is also actively involved with Jetro Cash & Carry and Prospect Medical and led LGP’s past investment in Solera. Michael is a CFA charterholder. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from Pomona College and graduated Phi Beta Kappa.

Erika joined LGP in 2011 and leads the Firm’s capital raising, investor relations, and limited partner co-investment activities. Investors in LGP’s funds include a diverse group of global sovereign wealth funds, pension funds, endowments, foundations, insurance companies, financial institutions, and family offices. Prior to LGP, Erika was with Centerbridge Partners, a private equity and credit investment firm, and Renaissance Technologies, a quantitative hedge fund firm, both based in New York. She began her career at PwC working with financial services clients. Erika earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from Wellesley College cum laude and is a Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA). She is a member of the Wellesley Business Leadership Council, serves on the Southern California Education Committee of 100 Women in Finance, and is a board member of CoachArt.

Raghav joined LGP as an Analyst in 2019. Raghav is actively involved with LGP’s investments in JOANN Stores, Signet Jewelers, and AerSale. He graduated from the University of Western Ontario, where he earned a Bachelor of Engineering Science degree in Electrical Engineering and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Honors Business Administration from the Ivey Business School. Raghav was a Summer Analyst at LGP in 2018.

Jeff joined LGP as an Associate in 2013. Previously, Jeff worked in private equity at Apollo Global Management in its Los Angeles office from 2009 to 2011 and in the Mergers & Acquisitions group of Morgan Stanley in its Los Angeles office from 2007 to 2009. Jeff currently serves on the Board of Directors of MDVIP, Mister Car Wash, and Veritext. In addition, he is also actively involved in Caliber Collision Centers, Signet Jewelers, and WellSky. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree, summa cum laude, in Mathematics/Economics from the University of California, Los Angeles and an M.B.A., with distinction, from Harvard Business School.

Jenna joined LGP in 2018 as a Fund Accountant. Previously, Jenna served as an Experienced Associate in the Financial Services Assurance Group of PricewaterhouseCoopers in Los Angeles, after transferring from the San Francisco office. Jenna earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics and Accounting from the University of California, Santa Barbara.

Jacob joined LGP as an Analyst in 2016 and is actively involved with LGP’s investment in Charter Next Generation, Life Time Fitness, Pure Gym, and Veritext.  He was also previously involved with LGP’s investment in The Tire Rack. Jacob graduated magna cum laude from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania with a B.S. in Economics with concentrations in Finance and Management and was a Summer Analyst at LGP in 2015.

Alyse joined LGP as an associate in 2003. Prior to joining LGP, she had been in the Investment Banking Division of Credit Suisse First Boston (formerly DLJ) in their Los Angeles office. She currently serves on the Board of Directors of  Aspen Dental, CHG Healthcare Services, ExamWorks, Eyemart Express, MDVIP, and RestorixHealth, among others. In addition, Alyse is actively involved in LGP’s investments in MultiPlan, North American Partners in Anesthesia, and Prospect Medical. Her previous board positions include Aersale, Animal Health International and U.S. Renal Care. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania.

Spencer joined LGP as an Associate in 2020. Prior to LGP, Spencer worked as an Analyst at Barclays in the Financial Sponsors and Consumer Retail groups in Los Angeles. Spencer is actively involved with LGP’s investment in The Container Store and ECI. Spencer earned a Bachelor of Science degree, summa cum laude, in Business Administration from the University of Southern California.

Prior to joining LGP in 2015, Tommy worked in Boston at Sankaty Advisors, the credit affiliate of Bain Capital. Tommy currently serves on the Board of Directors of ECI, SRS Distribution, Troon Golf, and The Wrench Group. He previously served on the Board of Directors for CPA Global and BJ’s Wholesale Club and is actively involved with LGP’s investments in Clarivate, North American Partners in Anesthesia, Prospect Medical, and WellSky. Tommy graduated summa cum laude from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania with a B.S. in Economics and concentrations in Finance and Management.

John joined LGP as an Associate in 2007. Prior to joining LGP, John worked in the Investment Banking Division of Credit Suisse in their Los Angeles office as a Generalist. John presently serves on the Board of Directors of Aspen Dental, JOANN Stores, and North American Partners in Anesthesia. In addition, he is actively involved with LGP’s investments in Ellucian, MultiPlan, and Press Ganey. He was previously involved with LGP’s investments in Clean Energy Fuels and Whole Foods Market. John earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from the University of California, Berkeley and a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from the Haas School of Business at the University of California, Berkeley.

Stanley joined LGP in 2019. Prior to LGP, Stanley was with the Retail and Consumer Goods team at Oliver Wyman in its New York office. Previously, Stanley worked at Lazard, where he supported private equity and real estate firms in capital advisory and fundraising, and at Orion Consultants, a fixed income consulting firm, both in New York. Stanley earned a Bachelor of Arts degree, magna cum laude, in Economics and International Studies from Yale University, and an M.B.A. from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania.

Amanda joined LGP as a Vice President in 2019. Previously, Amanda worked in private equity at Goldman Sachs’ Principal Investment Area in New York from 2013 to 2019. Prior to her role in Goldman Sachs Principal Investment Area, she worked in the firm’s Investment Banking Division from 2011 to 2013. Amanda presently serves on the Board of Directors of Pye-Barker. She graduated from Brown University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Environmental Studies.

Pete joined LGP in 2018. Previously Pete was a Managing Director and Co-Head of North American Healthcare Investment Banking at J.P. Morgan, which he joined in 2015. Prior to J.P. Morgan, Pete was a Managing Director and Co-Head of Healthcare Services Investment Banking at Deutsche Bank Securities, and prior to that, he was a Managing Director in the Healthcare Investment Banking group at Morgan Stanley. He presently serves on the Board of Directors of Catalent, Community Psychiatry, Press Ganey, WCG, and WellSky. Pete began his career in the Mergers and Acquisitions department of Salomon Smith Barney. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from Virginia Tech.