International private equity firm Cinven today announces that Alex Leslie will take over as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) from Mike Colato, who is retiring from the firm. Alex will also continue in his role as Chief Operating Officer (COO).
Alex joined Cinven in 2006 and has held a number of senior leadership positions during his tenure, including as a partner in Cinven’s Healthcare sector and as Head of Cinven North America in New York from 2016, where he established and led the investment team in the region. In 2023, Alex returned to London to become Cinven’s COO. With his extensive experience and leadership skills, Alex is well-positioned to take on the additional responsibilities of CFO.
Alex takes over from Mike Colato, who is retiring from the firm after 15 years. Mike has made a significant contribution to the firm, leading the finance function through numerous fundraising and investment cycles and playing a key role as a member of the firm’s Operating Committee.
