Leadenhall Capital Partners, the London headquartered specialist insurance linked securities (ILS) and reinsurance related investments manager, has hired experienced ILS fundraising executive Barthelemy Thomas as Director within its business development team, where he will report to Lorenzo Volpi, Managing Partner and Deputy CEO.
Leadenhall Capital Partners said the new hire will boost fundraising capabilities at the ILS manager.
Throughout his time at PartnerRe, Thomas supported the growth of the firm’s ILS division, as well as participating in the structuring, marketing, and launch of new investment vehicles.
His previous experience also includes a rotation in the Credit & Surety Underwriting Business Unit at PartnerRe.
Addressing Thomas’ appointment, Lorenzo Volpi, said: “We are delighted to welcome Barthelemy, his proven track record in fundraising and managing investor relationships will enhance our ability to attract and retain institutional investors.
“His expertise in structuring and marketing investment products will contribute to the growth and diversification of our offerings. We are confident that Barthelemy’s skills and experience will significantly contribute to Leadenhall’s continued success and growth.”
Leadenhall CEO Luca Albertini, commented: “Leadenhall Capital Partners remains committed to reinforcing its position as a leading investment manager, and Bart’s appointment underscores the firm’s dedication to attracting top-tier talents to drive our continued success in the ILS sector.
“Bart’s values align perfectly with Leadenhall’s client-centric approach, ensuring that our clients’ needs and interests remain at the forefront of our operations. The team looks forward to leveraging Bart’s expertise to further enhance its client offerings and strategic initiatives.”