Carlos Couret Tapped to Lead H.I.G. Capital’s Iberian Expansion

Couret transitions to the role following a tenure as a senior investment professional at ProA Capital. His background also includes significant stints at BNP Paribas, where he worked across both the New York and Madrid offices. His expertise covers the full investment lifecycle, from initial deal origination to final exit strategies.

Wolfgang Biedermann, who oversees H.I.G.’s private equity efforts in Europe, emphasized that Couret is uniquely positioned to bolster the firm's presence in Spain and Portugal. Olivier Boyadjian, head of the Paris office, framed the appointment as a clear signal of the firm's long-term commitment to Southern Europe. H.I.G. Capital currently manages $75 billion in capital and has historically focused on management buyouts, corporate carve-outs, and debt financing for middle-market companies.