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JOSEPH PACINI

FOUNDER/CO-MANAGING PARTNER

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Joseph Pacini

Joseph Pacini, the founder and co-managing partner of SGT Capital, stands at the forefront of global private equity. With over two decades of experience in finance, Joseph's career has been marked by a strategic focus on alternative investments, having previously led BlackRock's alternative investment strategy in Asia Pacific and served as head of alternative investments for JPMorgan in Asia. His academic credentials, including his education at Harvard Business School and an honors degree from Brigham Young University, further underscore his expertise.

Founded in 2014, SGT Capital has quickly established itself as a leader in the private equity space, with a unique approach that sets it apart from traditional firms. The company’s operations span across key global markets, with offices in London (UK), Silicon Valley (CA, USA), Zug (Switzerland), Frankfurt (Germany), and Singapore. Specializing in mid-cap market-leading businesses within sectors such as data and analytics (including cybersecurity), healthcare technology, and high-end industrials, SGT Capital combines traditional private equity strategies with an emphasis on internationalization.

Joseph’s vision for SGT Capital was born out of a desire to create a nimble and flexible firm, capable of seizing unique opportunities in the mid-market space. As larger private equity firms have shifted their focus to large businesses, Joseph recognized an opening to bring his extensive international expertise to mid-cap companies. His strategy involves investing in businesses that are already market leaders and then accelerating their growth by expanding into new international markets. This approach not only reduces risk, but also significantly shortens the timeline for global expansion, often by as much as five to ten years.

Under Joseph’s leadership, SGT Capital has achieved top decile performance, boasting an impressive 28% internal rate of return (IRR) for its investors since inception and having returned more than $2.3 billion in net proceeds to investors. However, Joseph is most proud of the tangible impact SGT Capital has had on the businesses it partners with. By increasing their employee base by 55%, SGT Capital is not just driving financial returns, but also fostering the growth of companies that positively impact society. The firm’s success lies in its ability to transform these businesses into truly global entities, enhancing their market leadership while contributing to economic growth and innovation on an international scale.

Joseph Pacini’s journey with SGT Capital exemplifies the power of strategic international growth and the impact that a focused and flexible private equity firm can have on mid-cap market leaders. His ability to open doors, coupled with a deep understanding of global markets, continues to drive SGT Capital’s success, making it a pivotal player in the private equity landscape.

 

 

 

Joseph Pacini
Founder and Co-Managing Partner
SGT Capital
Website: https://www.sgt-capital.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-m-pacini/

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