Why private equity?
Guillaume sees private equity as a fast-growing and constantly evolving asset class, one that puts finance to work to invest in the real economy, support entrepreneurs and grow companies. He enjoys being part of one of the most respected private equity firms in Europe, working with dynamic teams of great professionals and bright people.
Initially recruited to head the firm’s Business Development function, Guillaume was able to leverage his financial skills while developing his “soft skills” and his contact base. This experience gave him the foundation needed to create the Investor Relations division in 2010.
What inspires Guillaume Cousseran?
Guillaume has an innate curiosity and is intrinsically inspired by new challenges. He embodies professionalism, technical skill, efficiency and confidence. Such are the qualities that fuel his wide range of competencies, including finance, legal, fiscal, and complex process management. Guillaume gets along well with people and is always ready to help. And he believes strong ethics must be embedded in everything he does.
A favorite motto?
“Nothing ventured, nothing gained.”
Education and experience
With a Bachelor of Science from HEC, Guillaume spent five years as an Analyst and then as an Associate in Lehman Brothers’ French Investment Banking division. In 2006, he joined Apax Partners (now Seven2) where he serves today as Partner in charge of Investor Relations. His responsibilities include fundraising and structuring within the framework of Seven2 France VIII, IX, X, Apax Development Fund and Apax Private Equity Opportunities (APEO), as well as feeder funds and co-investment funds.
