Edouard Villain

Edouard Villain is a seasoned professional in private wealth solutions and investor relations, currently serving as the Private Wealth Solutions & Investor Relations Manager for MENA at Ardian since January 2018. In this role, Edouard leads fundraising efforts in the Middle East, Africa, and Southeast Asia, focusing on private banks and family offices. Prior experiences include roles as Senior Associate and Associate in Investor Relations at Ardian, where responsibilities encompassed product support, investor communications, and collaboration with various internal teams. Edouard’s background also includes analyst positions at Federated Hermes, ADIA, and HSBC, alongside a summer internship at Citadel Investment Group. Educational credentials feature a Master of Science in Management from UCL and a BA in Modern Languages with Management from the University of Leicester.