Munich, November 7, 2024 – AURELIUS Growth Investments (Wachstumskapital), the Private Equity Growth segment of AURELIUS, announces the appointment of Richard Glatzel as Partner. Richard brings with him an extensive experience of successfully building businesses and will be responsible for driving operational improvements in new portfolio companies. As CEO, Richard also recently led the successful transformation of European Imaging Group (EIG), an AURELIUS portfolio company.
Richard’s journey with AURELIUS began 11 years ago as a Manager in AURELIUS Operations Advisory. Since then, he has supported several portfolio companies, including roles as interim CFO, COO and CEO, before ultimately building the business of EIG as CEO. In his new role, Richard will contribute to the continued strong development of AURELIUS Growth Investments, working alongside Eric Blumenthal to advise incoming portfolio companies on their journeys.
“We are proud to welcome Richard as a Partner. He has been part of AURELIUS for many years and has successfully led the operational transformations of several businesses. He is a trusted advisor and expert in operational improvements regional as well as international Buy & Build strategies. He will enrich our team with these qualities” commented Eric Blumenthal, Partner at AURELIUS Growth Investments.
AURELIUS Growth Investments has grown rapidly within the recent years, investing in successful, owner-managed medium-sized companies. In addition to providing capital for investments, it supports the management of its portfolio companies with its extensive entrepreneurial experience, helping to unlock operational potential and realise planned growth. Following two exits, the current portfolio of AURELIUS Growth Investments comprises 16 investments, with the most recent additions being fleet services group aribos and heat pump and solar specialist iKratos.
“Since its establishment in 2016, AURELIUS Growth Investments has combined operational and entrepreneurial expertise. I am excited to join a team that excels in creating value through Buy & Build and Succession solutions. Furthermore, this team is also characterised by its ability to be the partner of choice for the founders and owners of great businesses. Together with a growing team of around 45 professionals, I will be advising the portfolio, helping to create industry leaders”, said Richard Glatzel.