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Ex-DDB CEO Lubar to head PE-focussed brand firm Fundamentalco

Alex Lubar, formerly global chief executive of DDB Worldwide, has left the Omnicom Group agency network to take the role of CEO at Fundamentalco, a brand consulting firm that works closely with private equity firms and their portfolio companies, according to a report by the Wall Street Journal.

Gryphon sells 3Cloud to Cognizant

Gryphon Investors, a leading middle-market private investment firm, has entered into a definitive agreement to sell its portfolio company 3Cloud, a dedicated Microsoft Azure services provider, to Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation (NASDAQ: CTSH). Financial terms for the transaction, which is expected to close in Q1 2026, were not disclosed.

S2G appoints new operating partner

S2G Investments, a multi-stage private investment firm focussed on the food & agriculture, energy, and oceans sectors, has appointed Grant Leslie as Operating Partner, Government & Policy.

Permira appoints Senior Adviser

Global private investment firm Permira has appointed Mark Solomons as a Senior Adviser, bringing extensive global M&A and digital marketplace expertise to support strategic M&A and value creation activity across the firm’s portfolio.

Perwyn exits majority holding in Lowe Rental

European private equity investor Perwyn has entered an agreement to exit its majority holding in Lowe Rental to MML Keystone, realising a 5.3x multiple on invested capital. Perwyn will also be reinvesting in the company.

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