Alban
Gérard

Private Equity, Brands & Bootcamp

Alban Gérard joined Experienced Capital in May 2017 to strengthen the Investment team.

In 2009, Alban began his career in mergers and acquisitions and financial restructuring within the Advisory division of Blackstone in London and Paris. In 2013, he joined Bridgepoint where he became Investment Director. He worked on several acquisitions and exits (including the luxury cruise company Ponant which was sold to Artémis in 2015) as well as on monitoring the portfolio.

Passionate about brands, he joined Experienced Capital in May 2017 and has since then led and coordinated the funds’ investments in BAM Karaoke Box, NV Gallery, L:a Bruket and Oh My Cream and is in charge of BAM Karaoke Box, NV Gallery, L:a Bruket and Oh My Cream. On a daily basis, Alban supports these brands and their managers in their growth, development and structuring.

Alban graduated from ESCP Europe in 2009 and holds a law degree from the University of Paris I Panthéon Sorbonne.

Where to see Alban

In one of the portfolio companies’ stores or on the hunt for a new concept. As well as being a long-standing customer of most the fund’s brands, Alban is always on the lookout for emerging brands. His desk has become the go to place in the office for testing new beauty products from amazing new brands closely followed by Experienced Capital. He is also known for his sporty driving style on his electric bike, whether he’s travelling between appointments or to a bootcamp session.