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Altus Partners is delighted to announce the recent promotions of Ben Smith and James Clow to Director in our Portfolio Practice.

Ben joined Altus Partners in October 2020 as a Principal specialising in searches for C-suite, and Senior Finance professionals for Private Equity backed businesses across Europe. Ben focuses on technology (SaaS/IoT), consumer goods, and healthcare organisations, providing finance leaders that help businesses scale.

Since joining the firm his down-to-earth and honest approach has seen him foster close working relationships with management teams and investors that align with the challenges and strategies of the business to deliver first-class solutions.

Since joining Altus Partners in March 2021, James has leveraged his extensive market experience to specialise in searches for C-suite and finance professionals for Private Equity backed businesses in the Mid to Large-cap space. His knowledge of the market has played a crucial role in expanding our coverage in Private Equity across the UK and Europe, thanks to his strong track record of sourcing the best talent for crucial hires across a range of industries, most notably TMT, Healthcare, and Consumer.

Both Ben and James have been instrumental in the success of Altus Partners over recent years, demonstrating exceptional execution ability and a steadfast commitment to identifying the most talented individuals for Private Equity funds across Europe.

Congratulations to you both and we wish you continued success within the Altus Partners family!​