Stefano Sostero

Stefano Sostero is a seasoned private equity professional with extensive experience in the financial sector. Currently serving as a Private Equity specialist at Algebris Investments since July 2023, Stefano previously held the position of Senior Partner at HOPE S.B. SICAF Retail from 2021 to June 2023. Prior roles include Managing Director and co-head of Italy at Muzinich & Co (2013-2020), Private Equity Investor at Emintad (2013), and Director and Board Member at Crédit Agricole Private Equity (2011-2012). Stefano also contributed as an Associate Partner at Garnell Advisory in 2010 and worked as an Investment Director at CVC Capital Partners from 2001 to 2009. Early career experience includes roles as an Associate in Private Equity and Analyst in Leveraged Finance at Interbanca (1997-2000). Educational credentials include a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Management from Università Bocconi, a post-graduate course in Corporate Finance from SDA Bocconi, and a Maturità Classica from Liceo Ginnasio 'Tito Livio'.