Geraud Manhes, CFA

Geraud Manhes is an Investment Director at BNP Paribas Agility Capital, where he has been serving since March 2020. He manages a fund valued at €735 million, which is financed equally by BNP Paribas and third-party accounts. His investment focus includes minority private equity, PIK notes, unitranche, and secondary markets, primarily as a co-investor with a European scope, targeting investments between €10 million and €50 million.1

Professional Background

Before his current role, Manhes held various positions within BNP Paribas:

• Investment Director - Principal Investments (February 2014 - March 2020): He was involved in managing direct investments in private equity funds and minority equity stakes, structuring over €250 million in investments.

• Financial Restructuring (October 2010 - January 2014): He managed recovery efforts for distressed assets across the EMEA region, negotiating financial restructuring plans.

• Associate Coverage France (April 2008 - September 2010): He supported senior bankers in managing relationships with major clients and contributed to significant financial transactions.

• Credit Analyst (October 2006 - March 2008): He worked on credit analysis, including a focus on leveraged buyouts.

Education and Certifications

Geraud Manhes holds a Master's degree in Management and Finance from EDHEC Business School (2002-2006) and is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), having earned his certification in January 2015. He also completed a course on ESG in Alternative Investments in May 2023.1

His extensive experience and educational background position him as a knowledgeable professional in private equity and credit markets.