OMERS Private Equity manages private equity assets for OMERS, the defined benefit pension plan for municipal employees in Ontario. OMERS holds C$128.6 billion in net assets, and net private equity assets of over C$25.1 billion (as at December 31, 2023). 

OMERS Private Equity has been an active private equity investor for over 20 years and its portfolio currently consists of investments in 20 industry-leading companies headquartered across the U.S., Canada and Europe. Investments are aimed at steady returns to help deliver sustainable, affordable and meaningful pensions to OMERS members.  

For more information, please visit www.omersprivateequity.com

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OMERS Private Equity

Vanessa Melna

Rick Lau

Geoffrey Bird

Logan Matusow

Tyler Craig

Andrew Peel

Chantal Thibault

Christopher Young

Jonathan Mussellwhite

Matt Baird

Brian Polsinello

Scott Hauser

Jeffrey French

Lane McDonald

Simon Jones

The Leadership Team at OMERS Private Equity guides strategic decision-making and operational oversight to enhance the performance of the firm’s private equity investments. Comprising experienced professionals in various domains such as finance, legal, and operations, this team works collaboratively to drive investment strategies, manage risk, and ensure compliance, all while focusing on delivering sustainable returns for OMERS members. Their leadership is crucial in navigating the complexities of global investments and fostering growth within the portfolio.

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