Blackstone has appointed Jim Breyer, founder and chief executive of global venture capital and private equity investor Breyer Capital, to its board of directors.
Over the course of his career, Breyer has been an investor in over 30 consumer internet, media, and technology companies that have completed successful public offerings or mergers.
Stephen A Schwarzman, Blackstone’s chairman and CEO, says: “Jim’s deep knowledge of emerging technologies, large businesses, and academic research universities will add significant expertise to our team at Blackstone to ensure that we continue to innovate as we have for over thirty years. As the world changes in unexpected and dynamic ways, we are thrilled to welcome Jim and the immense insight that he will bring to the firm.”
Tony James, president of Blackstone, adds: “Jim’s stellar record as an investor and knack for identifying the winners of tomorrow make him a superb fit for our board of directors. I look forward to working closely with him in the years ahead to move the firm forward in new ways.”
“I am honoured to join Blackstone’s board of directors and have the opportunity to be involved with this premier global investment firm,” says Breyer. “Blackstone is well known for its unparalleled record of innovation and excellence, and I look forward to contributing to the firm’s ongoing success.”
