Charlesbank Capital Partners, a leading middle market private investment firm, is pleased to announce that Lauren Desrosiers, Principal on the firm’s Investor Relations team, has been named to Private Equity International’s (PEI) “The Future 40” list for 2026. Now in its ninth year, the list recognizes rising leaders under 40 who are making a meaningful impact across private equity through demonstrated leadership, innovation and execution –- spanning fundraisers, investors (LPs), dealmakers, lawyers and operators.
Since joining Charlesbank from PwC in 2020, Lauren has earned four promotions, reflecting her strong performance and the trust she has built firmwide. She now co-leads the firm’s buyout fundraising efforts, helping shape Charlesbank’s capital formation strategy and deepening relationships with institutional investors in Europe, Latin America and Australia. Beyond fundraising, Lauren also plays a critical role in shaping strategy, messaging and LP engagement materials, helping articulate Charlesbank’s middle-market focused investment strategy. A strong culture carrier, she consistently models Charlesbank’s values and creates a sense of shared ownership across teams.
“Lauren is an exceptional leader whose contributions have been central to Charlesbank’s growth. She brings a rare combination of strategic insight, discipline and teamwork to everything she does, and she has earned the respect of colleagues and investors alike. We are thrilled to see her recognized in this way,” said Brandon White, Managing Partner and Co-Head, Flagship at Charlesbank Capital Partners.
Lauren began her career at PwC, advising financial and private equity clients. She holds a BS in Accountancy and an MS in Financial Planning from Bentley University and is a Certified Public Accountant.
The full Future 40 list is available here: PEI Future 40 Class of 2026
Note: Third-party rankings and awards are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute a testimonial or endorsement of Charlesbank Capital Partners or its personnel; the rankings are based on information provided by the applicable publications and may not be indicative of future performance. Charlesbank did not pay a fee to participate or be considered for this recognition; criteria for the award are available from the issuing organization.
About Charlesbank Capital Partners
Founded in 1998, Charlesbank Capital Partners is a leading middle-market private investment firm with approximately $21 billion of assets under management as of December 31, 2025. Drawing on nearly three decades of experience and sector insights, the firm takes a thematic approach to investing across its target sectors: business and consumer services, healthcare, industrials and technology. Charlesbank partners with talented management teams to help businesses unlock value and accelerate growth, with a focus on long-term value creation. The firm provides flexible capital through complementary private equity and credit strategies. Charlesbank has offices in Boston and New York. For more information, visit charlesbank.com or follow Charlesbank on LinkedIn.
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