Meet The Team:
Welcome to the opportunity to see the client-facing team!
Alex leads Yanne Capital with a unique blend of technical expertise and strategic insight. With a decade of product development experience and a proven track record in investment banking, he drives the firm’s vision of precision-driven execution and global investor access. His leadership reflects a sharp focus on deal quality, long-term partnerships, and unlocking capital for high-performing companies.
Tuna oversees operations and investor relations at Yanne Capital, ensuring each engagement runs with precision and purpose. With experience spanning finance and transaction execution, he brings a structured, client-first mindset to every mandate. As Co-Founder, he plays a key role in building the firm’s trusted reputation and delivering tailored solutions that align capital with growth.
C.L. Wade, with over 20 years of experience and countless debt transactions in investment banking and private equity, brings a wealth of expertise to Yanne Capital. Having held senior roles at Goldman Sachs and KKR, he specializes in M&A, leveraged buyouts, and growth capital strategies.
With over 20 years in investment banking, Sahil has executed cross-border M&A, fundraising, and restructuring transactions across the U.S. and India. A former senior leader at Wells Fargo, he specializes in mid-market deals where complexity and speed matter. At Yanne Capital, Sahil advises on strategy, investor positioning, and high-stakes execution ,reinforcing our edge as a next-gen investment bank.
Faris brings over 25 years of institutional-grade credit investing expertise to Yanne Capital, with a proven track record of generating alpha across multiple economic cycles. Having managed over $40 billion in assets and led credit research teams at Blackstone, he combines deep fundamental analysis with cutting-edge AI/ML capabilities. His experience spans the full credit spectrum from performing loans to distressed situations across CLOs, BDCs, and hedge funds. At Yanne Capital, Faris leverages his systematic approach to credit underwriting and risk management, helping clients navigate complex capital structures and unlock value in alternative credit markets. His sector-agnostic expertise and institutional relationships provide clients with sophisticated debt solutions and strategic capital access.
Peter is a seasoned advisor with over 20 years of experience across private equity, company building, and strategic advisory. Having successfully exited multiple ventures, he brings a founder’s perspective to capital strategy. At Yanne Capital, Peter advises on growth-stage transactions, helping companies sharpen positioning, structure capital efficiently, and scale with investor alignment.
Rico Conte, with over 25 years of experience in investment banking and corporate finance, brings a proven track record of success to Yanne Capital. Having held leadership roles at Morgan Stanley and Credit Suisse, he specializes in M&A, capital markets, and strategic advisory.
Hassan Issa leads global deal sourcing at Yanne Capital, driving the firm’s pipeline across high-growth verticals and emerging markets. With a sharp instinct for founder quality and investor fit, he specializes in originating opportunities that align with institutional mandates. Hassan’s approach combines strategic targeting with fast execution—bringing qualified deals to the table and accelerating engagement from first touch to mandate.
Rico Conte, with over 25 years of experience in investment banking and corporate finance, brings a proven track record of success to Yanne Capital. Having held leadership roles at Morgan Stanley and Credit Suisse, he specializes in M&A, capital markets, and strategic advisory.
Pau leads communications and positioning for Yanne Capital across Asia. With expertise in cross-border capital flows and investor sentiment, she ensures the firm’s messaging resonates regionally. Pau plays a key role in amplifying brand visibility, supporting investor engagement, and aligning outreach with market dynamics in APAC.4o
Pau leads communications and positioning for Yanne Capital across Asia. With expertise in cross-border capital flows and investor sentiment, she ensures the firm’s messaging resonates regionally. Pau plays a key role in amplifying brand visibility, supporting investor engagement, and aligning outreach with market dynamics in APAC.4o
Pau leads communications and positioning for Yanne Capital across Asia. With expertise in cross-border capital flows and investor sentiment, she ensures the firm’s messaging resonates regionally. Pau plays a key role in amplifying brand visibility, supporting investor engagement, and aligning outreach with market dynamics in APAC.4o
Rico Conte, with over 25 years of experience in investment banking and corporate finance, brings a proven track record of success to Yanne Capital. Having held leadership roles at Morgan Stanley and Credit Suisse, he specializes in M&A, capital markets, and strategic advisory.
Tahawar Tanveer brings a UK-based background in hedge funds and high-net-worth investor relations to his role at Yanne Capital. As Senior Deal Origination Manager, he identifies and engages with capital-ready companies while aligning their profiles with investor demand across our global network. His experience navigating institutional capital and private wealth makes him a key connector between qualified opportunities and sophisticated capital.
Dominik leads capital formation efforts at Yanne Capital across North America and Europe. With a background in investor relations and private placements, he drives institutional campaigns from strategy to execution. His work focuses on growth-stage tech, niche funds, and structured raises between $10M–$100M+, ensuring alignment with high-conviction capital.4o
Partner with Yanne Capital
We partner with ambitious leadership teams to secure transformative capital, execute complex M&A, and navigate volatile markets with precision. Backed by $15B+ in transaction experience, a curated network of 3,300+ institutional investors, and a 12-18-week average to close, we deliver outcomes that others can’t match.

E. Alex Özdemir is the Managing Partner of Yanne Capital, where he leads the firm’s global origination, strategic partnerships, and execution efforts across private placements, M&A, and structured finance mandates.
Known for his precision in cross-border dealmaking and his ability to align ambitious founders with institutional investors, Alex has advised companies across every single vertical, helping them secure growth capital and navigate complex financial processes.
Under his leadership, Yanne Capital has positioned itself as one of the most agile emerging investment banks, combining Wall Street discipline with a boutique approach to execution and client coverage.
Alex’s experience spans capital raising, valuation strategy, and investor syndication across the U.S., Europe, and India. He is recognized for his forward-thinking structuring style and his ability to build trusted relationships with both management teams and capital partners.

Tuna Yılar is the Managing Partner and Co-Founder of Yanne Capital, where he leads global execution, valuation strategy, and investor coverage across private placements and M&A mandates.
Prior to founding Yanne Capital, Tuna gained extensive experience at bulge bracket investment banks, working on cross-border transactions spanning technology, industrials, and consumer sectors. His background provides the institutional foundation and execution discipline that underpin Yanne Capital’s approach to client advisory.
Recognized for his analytical rigor and deep understanding of valuation mechanics, Tuna ensures every mandate is executed with precision, speed, and strategic foresight. He plays a central role in shaping Yanne Capital’s reputation as a modern, results-driven investment bank that delivers institutional quality with boutique agility

Charles Wade brings over two decades of experience in finance, specializing in impact investing, private credit, and structured credit. His career spans leadership roles at top-tier financial institutions including J.P. Morgan, Citigroup, and Lehman Brothers.
As a Managing Director for the Lehman Brothers bankruptcy estate, Charles led the liquidation of a multi-billion-dollar portfolio of distressed and illiquid assets part of the largest bankruptcy reorganization in U.S. history, with Lehman holding over US$600 billion in assets.
His institutional background covers portfolio management, structured finance, and fundamental credit analysis for leading private equity firms, hedge funds, insurance companies, and asset managers. At Yanne Capital, Charles advises on complex financing strategies and impact-driven mandates where capital structure discipline meets positive social and environmental outcomes.
Charles holds an MBA from MIT Sloan School of Management and a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering (Aerospace) from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point. He has previously held FINRA Series 7, 63, 79, and SIE licenses.

Sahil Chanana brings over 21 years of experience across private equity, investment banking, and investment management, with a diverse track record spanning cross-border advisory, real estate, and media finance.
He has advised international corporations on capital raising, mergers and acquisitions, and investment strategy across asset classes including equities, credit, and alternative investments. Sahil has led and structured transactions across high-yield and mezzanine debt, LBOs, co-investments, and fund-of-fund vehicles, working closely with top private equity firms and global institutional investors.
At Yanne Capital, Sahil advises on strategic initiatives, complex financings, and capital partnerships — helping clients achieve growth, liquidity, and long-term value creation with institutional precision.

Faris Saah brings over 25 years of experience in leveraged finance and private equity. He currently leads Quansoo Partners, a financial services advisory firm, and teaches Finance and Private Equity at Harvard University.
Previously, Faris served as Managing Director and Head of Credit Research at The Blackstone Group, where he led credit analysis and portfolio strategies across the firm’s alternative investment platforms. Prior to Blackstone, he spent a decade in distressed and high-yield credit investing with Mariner Group and Pequot Capital Management.
Earlier in his career, Faris worked in leveraged finance and private equity investment banking at Morgan Stanley and J.P. Morgan, where he executed complex financings and sponsor-backed transactions. His blend of institutional expertise and academic leadership brings Yanne Capital clients a rare perspective at the intersection of markets, strategy, and capital formation.

With over 20 years of experience across private equity, venture building, and strategic advisory, Peter Bakas brings both a founder’s mindset and investor’s precision to Yanne Capital.
Having successfully built and exited multiple ventures, Peter now focuses on helping growth-stage companies refine their positioning, structure capital effectively, and align strategy with long-term investor value.
His background combines operational execution, capital formation, and board-level advisory, making him a trusted partner for companies navigating complex growth and fundraising environments.

Michael Meade brings over two decades of experience in investment banking and corporate leadership to Yanne Capital. He has held senior roles at leading financial institutions including Morgan Stanley, Citi, and Deutsche Bank, where he focused on equity and debt financing, capital markets advisory, and strategic client coverage.
As Managing Director at Morgan Stanley and Citi, Michael led financing efforts for global corporates and financial sponsors across the U.S. and Europe. Earlier in his career, he served as Vice President at Deutsche Bank, where he specialized in leveraged finance and structured products
Beyond banking, Michael has applied his strategic expertise to the private sector as Group CEO and Board Member of Sullivan’s Brewing Company, overseeing the firm’s international expansion and operational growth. His experience bridges institutional finance and entrepreneurial execution, aligning perfectly with Yanne Capital’s cross-border, results-driven mandate.

As Vice President at Yanne Capital, Hassan Issa supports the firm’s execution and investor relations efforts across global mandates. He is responsible for managing financial analysis, due diligence, and transaction coordination between clients and institutional investors.
Hassan brings a strong understanding of valuation, market trends, and investor communications, contributing to Yanne Capital’s reputation for speed, precision, and high-quality execution.
His focus spans technology, healthcare, and industrial sectors, where he helps management teams prepare and position for strategic investment and growth.

Mukul Mehta is a Senior Investor Relations Associate at Yanne Capital, where he focuses on investor outreach, fundraising strategy, and relationship management across global mandates.
With a background that bridges technology and finance, Mukul brings analytical depth and a data-driven approach to identifying and engaging institutional investors. He plays a key role in coordinating investor communications, preparing materials for capital raises, and supporting client execution processes.
Known for his precision, adaptability, and relentless work ethic, Mukul represents Yanne Capital’s next-generation approach to investor relations — combining strategic communication with operational excellence.

Pau Sablayan manages investor relations and client communications at Yanne Capital, serving as a key liaison between clients, investors, and the firm’s senior leadership across global mandates.
Based in Asia, Pau plays an integral role in coordinating cross-border transactions, managing client deliverables, and ensuring seamless communication between Yanne Capital’s regional partners and global investor network.
Known for her professionalism and precision, she ensures that every interaction reflects the firm’s institutional standards and commitment to execution excellence.

As part of Yanne Capital’s investor relations team, Paul Moreno manages communication and coordination between clients, investors, and advisory teams across Asia and global markets.
He supports investor outreach, follow-ups, and client reporting, ensuring that all engagements reflect Yanne Capital’s institutional standards and attention to detail.
Paul contributes to the firm’s cross-border efficiency and responsiveness, playing a key role in maintaining trusted relationships and transparent communication throughout the deal process.

Philip is a seasoned investment banking professional with over 20 years of international experience in originating and executing transactions across multiple sectors.
He has held managing director positions at leading Wall Street and global advisory firms, including Jefferies, CIBC World Markets, PwC, and EY. His background spans private equity, leveraged finance, project finance, and natural resources, with a consistent focus on complex, cross-border transactions.
At Yanne Capital, Philip advises clients on capital raising, strategic transactions, and financial structuring bringing institutional rigor and deep sectoral insight to every mandate

Rico Conte brings over 25 years of experience in investment banking and corporate finance, with a proven track record of success advising corporates, sponsors, and institutions across global markets.
Having held leadership roles at Morgan Stanley and Credit Suisse, Rico specializes in mergers and acquisitions, capital markets, and strategic advisory. His career spans complex cross-border transactions, capital structure optimization, and strategic growth initiatives across multiple sectors.
At Yanne Capital, Rico provides senior-level guidance on transaction execution and strategic advisory, combining Wall Street discipline with deep industry insight to deliver impactful outcomes for clients

Tahawar brings institutional experience and disciplined execution to Yanne Capital’s investment banking practice. Prior to joining the firm, he held a role at the Royal Bank of England, where he was involved in financial analysis, credit evaluation, and policy-linked banking operations.
At Yanne Capital, Tahawar focuses on transaction execution, financial modeling, and client coordination across private placements, M&A, and strategic advisory mandates.
Known for his analytical rigor and cross-border perspective, he plays a key role in ensuring every mandate meets Yanne Capital’s institutional standards for precision and excellence

Thomas Brzuzy serves as Vice President at Yanne Capital, bringing extensive finance and leadership experience from Fortune 500 enterprises.
Before joining Yanne Capital, he held senior financial and strategic roles in global corporations, where he managed financial planning, capital allocation, and performance initiatives. His background gives him a deep understanding of corporate finance dynamics and strategic decision-making at scale.
At Yanne Capital, Thomas focuses on transaction execution, financial analysis, and client advisory, leveraging his corporate expertise to bridge operational insight with institutional-grade execution

As part of Yanne Capital’s investor relations team, Paul Moreno manages communication and coordination between clients, investors, and advisory teams across Asia and global markets.
He supports investor outreach, follow-ups, and client reporting, ensuring that all engagements reflect Yanne Capital’s institutional standards and attention to detail.
Paul contributes to the firm’s cross-border efficiency and responsiveness, playing a key role in maintaining trusted relationships and transparent communication throughout the deal process.