Private Equity

Private equity is an alternative investment class and consists of capital that is not listed on a public exchange

While private equity has garnered mainstream spotlight only in the last three decades, tactics used in the industry have been honed since the beginning of last century.

Private equity investment comes from institutional and accredited investors, who dedicate substantial sums of money for extended time periods.

The boom years for private equity occurred just before the financial crisis. Global private equity groups raised $2 trillion in the years 2006-2008

 

What makes our club different?

We partner with the top Private Equity companies in London and abroad through the LBS brand, the reputed experience of our club and the extensive Alumni network in the industry

PE Speaker Series

We bring top PE firm executives to LBS to talk about their experience

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Competitions

Our club participates in global competitions such as LBS, IESE, RSM, MIT, Wharton

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Training

We partner with top agencies such as Wall Street Prep and Training the Street

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Treks

We organise treks to visit top PE firms in London, NYC, Germany, Madrid, Singapore, India, and Italy

Networking

Our club is the window to the extensive LBS Alumni community working in Private Equity

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Upcoming Events

May 11 | 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Technology and ESG Due Diligence by Deloitte (Part 3 of 4)

Are you ready to continue deepening your technical knowledge of the deals landscape? Join the PE/VC Club for the third session in our 4-part series hosted by Deloitte. We will be joined by a fantastic lineup of practitioners from Deloitte's M&A Technology and ESG teams: - Tim Hasluck, M&A Technology Director - Natasha Marr, M&A Technology Senior Manager - George Wharton, ESG M&A Ops Director This session will cover the core fundamentals of Technology Due Diligence and ESG Due Diligence, offering practical insights straight from industry leaders. •Tech and ESG due diligence are key for assessing potential risks and opportunities in a deal environment. • Students will gain an understanding of AI and technology’s relevance in M&A processes and understanding of how tech DD can help take control of these factors • Hear about emerging issues within AI and technology in M&A, and why investors are focused on them • Understand what it’s like being a technology practitioner in M&A, on a day-to-day basis • Recognise the material environmental, social, and governance factors relevant to private businesses across various sectors. • Understand the key stages and methodologies involved in conducting ESG due diligence for private investments. • Discuss the unique challenges (e.g., data availability, standardisation) and opportunities (e.g., value creation, risk mitigation) associated with ESG due diligence in private markets. Dress Code: Casual (jeans ok) Location: LT19, Sammy Ofer Centre

LT19

May 19 | 7:00am - May 20 | 8:00pm

Private Capital Symposium by IEPC

We are excited to announce that Early Bird ticket sales for the Private Capital Symposium 2026 are now open! Join us in person at London Business School on 19-20 May 2026 for two days of inspiring dialogue, thought-provoking discussions, and invaluable networking opportunities. Organised by the Institute of Entrepreneurship and Private Capital (IEPC) at LBS, the symposium offers a unique platform for academics and practitioners to exchange insights, debate academic findings, and discuss current industry topics. Day one is focused on practitioners, exploring private equity and venture capital trends, while day two is designed for academics interested in current research on private markets. Practitioners are welcome to attend day two by opting in during registration. The programme will cover key developments in private markets, including the growing role of private capital in education, the rise of Collateralised Fund Obligations (CFOs), and the European venture ecosystem amid a challenging economic environment. It will also explore value creation in private equity, alongside insights on entrepreneurship, venture capital, and the latest research shaping the future of private capital. Confirmed speakers include: Anu Adebaio, Chief Executive Officer, Newton Venture Program Luisa Alemany, Associate Professor of Management Practice in Strategy and Entrepreneurship; Academic Director, Institute of Entrepreneurship and Private Capital (IEPC), London Business School Lucinda Guthrie, Executive Editor and Head, Mergermarket Raj Rao, Founder, Global Infrastructure Partners Joe Schorge, Founder, Isomer Capital Michael Sellman, Chief Commercial Officer, Intellego Florin Vasvari, Professor of Accounting; Academic Director, Institute of Entrepreneurship and Private Capital (IEPC), London Business School Early Bird Offer: Register now to secure your place and receive 20% off tickets purchased before 6 April. See provisional agenda here. We look forward to welcoming you to the 17th Private Capital Symposium for two days of inspiration, learning, and collaboration.

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