Paul Cohn

Paul Cohn is a prominent figure in the private equity sector, serving as a Partner and Founder at Tail End Capital Partners, a firm he established to focus on GP-led secondary investments. His role encompasses all facets of investment management, including sourcing new investments, monitoring portfolio performance, and facilitating intermediary deal sourcing.12

Professional Background

• Tail End Capital Partners (TECP): Cohn has been with TECP since its inception in November 2019, where he implements a niche investment strategy aimed at providing liquidity to investors while allowing general partners (GPs) to maximize the value of their investments over time.23
• Fort Washington Capital Partners: Prior to founding TECP, he was a Managing Director and member of the Investment Committee at Fort Washington, managing over $3.5 billion in client assets and focusing on GP-led secondary investments.12
• Mellon Ventures: Cohn was also a Partner at Mellon Ventures, where he played a crucial role in growing the firm’s assets to over $1.3 billion and was involved in direct investments as well as commitments to various private equity funds.14

Education

Paul holds both a B.S. and an MBA from the Tepper School of Business at Carnegie Mellon University, which has equipped him with the analytical skills necessary for his investment management career.12

Contributions and Vision

Cohn aims for Tail End Capital Partners to become a cornerstone firm in Pittsburgh's evolving investment landscape, emphasizing innovative solutions that benefit all stakeholders involved in the investment process.45