Brian Polsinello

Brian Polsinello is a Managing Director in the Operations and Strategy team at OMERS Private Equity, based in Toronto.1 He joined the company in 2019 and plays a crucial role in supporting investment teams and portfolio companies.1

Professional Background

Private Equity Experience: Brian works closely with investment teams during due diligence to identify value creation opportunities.1 He also supports boards and management teams in developing and executing value creation plans, as well as assisting with major transformational changes within OMERS portfolio companies.1

Previous Roles: Before joining OMERS, Brian's career included:

• Founding member of the executive team at a Toronto-based startup, which was later acquired by Canopy Growth in 20181
• Manager at Bain & Company, working in the London, Toronto, and New York offices1
• Started his career at UBS Investment Bank, working in both London and Toronto offices1

Education

Brian holds impressive academic credentials:

• Bachelor of Arts in Honours Business Administration from the Richard Ivey School of Business, where he was an Ivey Scholar1
• Master of Business Administration degree with Distinction from Harvard Business School1

Current Responsibilities

As a Managing Director at OMERS Private Equity, Brian is:

• An operating partner and member of the Private Equity Management Committee for a $25B portfolio2
• Responsible for guiding portfolio companies through the deal lifecycle2

Brian Polsinello's expertise spans various industries, including healthcare, and he has held leadership roles in companies such as Community Veterinary Partners, Premise Health, and Gastro Health.3