Julian Longhurst

Julian Longhurst has extensive work experience in data and research, primarily in the field of private equity. Julian is currently the Head of Data & Research at Real Deals Media since March 2021. Prior to this role, they worked at Acuris (formerly Mergermarket Group) from September 2015 to September 2020, where they were also the Head of Data & Research for Unquote. At Acuris, they oversaw the collection, storage, and output of proprietary data on private equity and alternative assets.

Before joining Acuris, Julian worked as a Consultant/Freelancer at Rockpool Research from November 2008 to January 2016. Julian focused on writing, research, and communications projects in the private equity field, working with clients such as Apax Partners, Grant Thornton, Invest Europe, and Activa Partners.

Julian also gained valuable experience at Incisive Media, where they held the position of Head of Data & Research for Unquote from September 2013 to September 2015. Julian was responsible for managing the collection and maintenance of Incisive Media's proprietary data on Alternative Assets, particularly European private equity.

Additionally, Julian worked at Arbor Square Associates as a Researcher/Consultant on a freelance basis from 2008 to 2013. Julian conducted research and consulting projects for clients, including pan-European PE investors and international advisory businesses.

Julian's earlier experience includes serving as Head of Data & Research for Alternative Assets at Incisive Media from April 2004 to November 2008, and various roles at Initiative Europe from 1992 to 2004, including Head of Data & Research, Senior Sales and Account Manager, Editor-in-chief, and Writer/Researcher for Unquote and Europe Buyout Monitor (later Private Equity Europe) journals.

Based on their work history, Julian Longhurst has a strong background in data analysis and research within the private equity industry.

Julian Longhurst attended the University of Nottingham from 1988 to 1992, where they earned a BA degree in Spanish. Additionally, they have also completed their education at the United World College of SE Asia, although specific details about the degree name and field of study are not provided.