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Edward Holdsworth
Managing Director at HarbourVest Partners
Edward Holdsworth is the Managing Director of the Secondary team at HarbourVest Partners, a role he has held since March 2011. He specializes in originating and executing both traditional and complex secondary transactions, primarily focusing on the European market. His responsibilities also include serving on the advisory boards of various private equity partnerships, such as those managed by AAC Capital Partners and MML Capital Partners.12
Professional Background
- HarbourVest Partners (2011 - Present): Edward joined the firm in 2011, bringing expertise in secondary market transactions.
- Matrix Private Funds Group (2005 - 2011): Prior to HarbourVest, he was a partner responsible for fund origination and placement across Europe.
- UBS Investment Bank: Edward worked in the equities department, specifically in the Exotic Structured Derivatives Group.
- Swiss Re and Ernst & Young LLP: He also gained experience in the Banking and Capital Markets Group during his early career.123
Education
Edward holds a BA in Economics and Accounting with Law (honors) from Bristol University and is a qualified Chartered Accountant (ACA) from the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales.23
His extensive background in finance, combined with his leadership role at HarbourVest, positions him as a key figure in the private equity secondary market.