Operating Partners & Governance

Governance at the Core

Governance is central to the Churchill Partners model. We believe experienced Operating Partners are a competitive advantage and a critical driver of long-term performance. Our global Operating Partner and advisory network includes individuals with extensive experience across investing, operations, sector leadership and capital markets.
Operating Partners are engaged on a transaction-specific basis. Following completion, selected Operating Partners may be separately appointed as executive or non-executive directors of the acquired business, subject to the requirements of the relevant company and a separate formal appointment.

Our Operating Partner Network

Our world-class Operating Partner network brings institutional leadership, specialist expertise and strategic oversight to every portfolio company.

USA

Akin Ceylan
Operating Partner
Bart Shuldman
Operating Partner
David Bayer
Operating Partner
Derrick Monroe
Operating Partner
Gerry DeBiasi
Operating Partner
Ira Perlmuter
Operating Partner
James Edward Burns
Operating Partner
John Hanna
Vice Chairman (US & Canada)
John R. Durand
Operating Partner
Maria Markusen
Operating Partner
Robin Engelson
Operating Partner
Steven Berry
Operating Partner
Swayze Yancey
Sourcing Director
William S. Leib Sr.
Sourcing Director
Zev Nijensohn
Operating Partner

Working With Us as an Operating Partner

Senior executives and investors are drawn to Churchill Partners because of the quality of opportunities, the seriousness of governance, and the ability to contribute meaningfully. Operating Partner engagements are structured to reflect the level of involvement and responsibility, with remuneration aligned to long-term outcomes.