Patrick Donegan

Patrick Donegan is a Senior Managing Director at Blue Ridge Partners, a global management consulting firm.1 He joined the firm in October 2024, bringing over 25 years of leadership experience in the private equity industry.13

Professional Background

Prior to joining Blue Ridge Partners, Donegan held several notable positions:

• Operating Partner at The Riverside Company, where he advised deal teams and portfolio companies on growth strategies and scaling businesses.12
• PE-backed operator with P&L responsibilities at companies like PIP and GLG.2
• Leadership roles at Mastercard, LRN, and Gartner.2

Expertise

Donegan is known for his expertise in:

• Optimizing go-to-market strategies through data-driven approaches
• Improving sales and commercial performance
• Enhancing salesforce effectiveness
• Driving growth strategies
• Managing operations1

Education

• MBA from the University of Connecticut School of Business
• BS in Mechanical Engineering from Northeastern University3

Role at Blue Ridge Partners

As Senior Managing Director, Donegan will:

• Work closely with private equity firms and their portfolio companies
• Focus on solving growth challenges and accelerating revenue
• Leverage his experience in working with investment, portfolio operating, and management teams
• Aim to create value and achieve stronger business performance for clients1

Patrick Donegan is based in New York and is described as a gifted, visionary, and growth-focused leader and advisor.3 His appointment at Blue Ridge Partners is seen as a significant addition to their team, bringing valuable experience from both the private equity and operational sides of business management.