Greenwich, CT, September 10, 2024 – Strategic Value Partners, LLC (together with its affiliates, “SVP” or the “firm”), a global alternative investment firm with approximately $19 billion of assets under management, today announced the appointment of Pete Lelek as Co-Head of Investor Relations based in Greenwich.
Mr. Lelek brings over two decades of experience in capital formation, investor relations and institutional client engagement. He joins Strategic Value Partners from Castlelake, where he served as Head of North American Capital Formation. Prior to that, Mr. Lelek held senior roles at Allianz and BlackRock.
“We are delighted to have Pete join our team,” said Victor Khosla, SVP’s Founder and Chief Investment Officer. “His deep expertise and track record of building strong investor relationships will significantly enhance our investor relations efforts.”
Mr. Lelek added, “I am thrilled to join Strategic Value Partners at such an exciting time for the firm. I look forward to working alongside Michael and the entire team to further strengthen relationships with our investors and support the firm’s continued growth.”
Michael Hewett, Co-Head of Investor Relations at SVP, said, “I’m delighted to partner with Pete as we expand our investor relations capabilities. His leadership and experience will be invaluable as we continue to serve our investors and grow our global presence.”
About SVP
SVP is a global alternative investment firm that focuses on special situations, private equity, opportunistic credit and financing opportunities. The firm uses a combination of sourcing, financial and operational expertise to unlock value in its portfolio companies. Today SVP manages approximately $19 billion in assets under management, and since inception, has invested more than $48 billion of capital, including more than $18 billion in Europe. The firm, established by Victor Khosla in 2001, has over 200 employees, including more than 100 investment professionals, across its main offices in Greenwich (CT) and London, and a presence in Tokyo. Learn more at www.svpglobal.com.