L Catterton, a leading global consumer-focused investment firm and owner of Elevate Beauty, has appointed Miray Topay as Partner and Head of the firm's London office. Topay will work closely with L Catterton Europe Managing Partner Luigi Feola and the firm's global leadership to expand the company by capitalizing on the firm's strong opportunities in Europe.
Michael Chu, Global Co-CEO of L Catterton, said,
"We are thrilled to welcome Miray to L Catterton. Europe plays an important role in our global strategy, and her extensive network, strong track record, and intimate understanding of the consumer investment landscape – both in Europe and globally – make Miray a remarkable addition to our team."
Topay previously worked at Bain Capital as a Partner in London and co-led the firm’s consumer investing efforts across Europe. At Bain Capital, she worked closely with portfolio companies to drive international growth, unlock new value, and position differentiated consumer brands for success.
Topay commented,
"As a passionate consumer investor and brand-builder, I am excited to join a firm in L Catterton that I have deep admiration for and which has an exceptional reputation as the investment partner of choice for industry-leading consumer businesses. I look forward to working closely with Luigi and the European team, as well as the firm's partners and professionals globally, to support the growth and success of standout consumer brands while delivering for our investors."
"In recent months, we have continued to partner with some of the most innovative and iconic category-leading brands in Europe. Miray brings deep experience and shares our conviction in the near- and long-term strength of the investment opportunity set in Europe, and I am confident she will play a key role in helping us build on our momentum,” Feola said.
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