Meet the Team
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Alessandro Pace
GP Executive MANAGER
CLOUDBREAK SARLVC investor with a focus on transition to electric and technology with ESG impact.
Over 25 years of experience in electrification and new energy business, as engineer, manager, entrepreneur and investor.
Former CEO and shareholder of SME Group, a leading company in the design and production of motors and controllers for electric vehicles.
Lead international acquisitions and strategic partnerships , including the sale of SME Group to Dana Inc. (NYSE:DAN).
MS in Electrical/Electronics Engineering at University of Padua. -
Daniel Cakpo-Tozo
Non Executive MANAGER
SENACHE CONSULTING SARLDaniel is an Independent Director and Trusted Advisor with 11+ years of experience in Governance, Risk Management, Valuation and Compliance & AML/CFT for Investment Fund Managers.
He has a solid expertise in both liquid and illiquid strategies and a deep command of the regulatory landscape.
Daniel is member of key Luxembourg financial associations (ALFI, LPEA, LuxReal, ILA). He holds both a Master in Risk Management and a Research Master in Economics and he has obtained different certifications in (i.) Governance (INSEAD International Directors Programme, Fund Governance Diploma), in (ii.) Risk Management (FRM, GFR), and in (iii.) Compliance & AML/CFT (RC, M1 & M2, AML).
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Emilio de la Guardia
Non Executive MANAGER
LUXEMBOURGEmilio is a seasoned investment banker and board advisor specializing in aviation, aerospace, and space industries with over 30 years of finance leadership.
He has extensive experience in lending, structuring, venture capital, private equity, and M&A for various entities. Emilio has served as the Chief of Division for the EIB in Spain and Portugal, leading operations in multiple countries. His notable projects include financing for Airbus, Arianespace, Iberia Airlines, and the Euro Tunnel.
Emilio also managed the European Security Initiative and coordinated EU's aerospace sectors.
He holds degrees in Law, History, and an MBA, and is an aviation enthusiast and private pilot.
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Aguné Kato Katalin
HEAD OF FUND SERVICES
CENTRALIS GROUP SARLHead of Fund Services at Centralis Group, which she joined in 2017 as Client Service Manager.
Over 16 years of experience in real estate, private equity, infrastructure, distressed debt fund administration and accounting. Dedicated to Alternative Investment Fund industry since 2011.
MBA in Finance & Strategic Management.
Bachelor in Architecture & Civil Engineering. -
Carlos Rubio
PARTNER & GP ADVISOR
CPINVESTMENTS ESP SLOver 15 years of international general management experience, and 12 years of functional management positions in product development, manufacturing, operations, supply chain and quality; these in 7 countries 5 continents, with global operations. During his career, he has experienced top 500 companies, SMEs, and family companies, and held key roles in two integrations. Now mostly an entrepreneur; with key interests in sustainability, technology, and innovation.
He holds an MBA from London Business School with a specialization in Venture Capital and Private Equity; and a bachelor’s degree in Electronics from UDLA in Mexico, with a two years exchange at the University of Pittsburgh, USA. -
Antonio Zotti
PARTNER & SEARCH FUND GP ADVISOR
SEARCH FUND ADVISORY SRLFounder e Managing Partner of Buttignon Zotti Milan & Co.
Over 25 years of experience in assisting SMEs, entrepreneurs, strategic and institutional investors on M&A and financing project in different industries, in Italy and abroad.
Previous work experience at MaxcorFinancial Group (High Yield & Distressed Debt) in London, GE Capital Interbanca(Acquisition & Structured Finance), AT Kearney.
World Economic Forum (Expert Network and Global Agenda Council), Bretton Woods Committee (Member).
MBA Duke University (2002).
MS in Business and Economics at Ca’ Foscari University. -
Fabio Buttignon
PARTNER & SEARCH FUND GP ADVISOR
SEARCH FUND ADVISORY SRLFounder e Managing Partner of Buttignon Zotti Milan & Co.
Over 35 years of experience in business valuation, M&A, board advisory, corporate governance and restructuring.
Advisor to, board director and statutory auditor of several leading companies in different industries in Italy and abroad.
Full Professor of Corporate Finance at University of Padua.
Qualified as Chartered Accountant (CPA) and Statutory Auditor.
Researched at UCLA and published numerous articles on business valuation, corporate strategy and restructuring.
Ph.Din Business and Economics at Ca’ Foscari University.