EBRD (Investment Firm)

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is an investment firm established in 1991 to support the development of market economies and democracies in Central and Eastern Europe and Central Asia. As the largest single investor in the region, the EBRD focuses on private enterprises, investing primarily in minority equity positions and participating in private equity funds that target medium-sized companies seeking expansion. The firm mobilizes significant foreign direct investment and provides project financing for a variety of sectors, including banking, industry, and municipal services. It collaborates with publicly owned companies to facilitate privatization and restructuring efforts. The EBRD operates in countries committed to democratic principles and emphasizes strong corporate governance and environmental respect in all its investments. With a portfolio exceeding €130 billion across over 5,200 projects, the EBRD has also extended its financing initiatives to the Middle East and Africa, leveraging its expertise to foster economic growth and transformation.

Sue Barrett

Director, Head of Infra TMEA, SIG

Harry Boyd-Carpenter

Director, Head of Energy EMEA

Suma Chakrabarti

President

Alistair Clark

Managing Director, Environment and Sustainability Department

Hassan El-Khatib

Managing Director, Equity

Anne Fossemalle

Director, Equity Funds

Susan Goeransson

Director and Head of Infrastructure

Remy Hassendorfer

Senior Banker - Corporate Equity/ Principal Investment

Janet Heckman

Managing Director for the southern and eastern Mediterranean region

Natalia Khanjenkova

Managing Director for Central Asia and Russia

Francis Malige

Managing Director, Eastern Europe and the Caucasus

Jean-Patrick Marquet

Managing Director, Turkey

Tamas Nagy

Director, Co-head Private Equity

Douglas Nevison

EBRD Board Director

Nandita Parshad

Managing Director, Sustainable Infrastructure

Matteo Patrone

Director and Regional Head Romania and Bulgaria

Claudia Pendred

Director, Property and Tourism

Eric Rasmussen

Director, Head of Natural Resources

Kanako Sekine

Managing Director, Portfolio

Andras Simor

Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operating Officer

Josué Tanaka

Managing Director, Operational Strategy and Planning, Energy Efficiency and Climate Change

Nick Tesseyman

Managing Director, Financial Institutions

Christopher Upton-Hansen

Associate, Private Equity Funds

Ilker Yoney

Director, Co-head Private Equity

Past deals in Georgia

Credo Bank

Debt Financing in 2023
Credo Bank is a microfinance institution based in Tbilisi, Georgia, that specializes in providing a variety of financial products and services to micro, small, and medium enterprises. Founded in 1997, the bank offers loans, start-up financing, installment plans, credit and debit cards, insurance products, remittances, and deposit accounts for both individuals and businesses. Additionally, it provides payroll services tailored for businesses. Credo Bank emphasizes a healthy working environment and effective business processes, reflecting its core values in everyday operations. The institution was formerly known as JSC Microfinance Organization Credo until it rebranded to its current name in March 2017. It operates as a subsidiary of Access Microfinance Holding AG.
Georgia Healthcare Group is the largest provider of healthcare services in Georgia, operating a comprehensive network that includes 18 referral hospitals with nearly 3,000 beds, 19 community clinics, and 296 pharmacies. The company offers a wide range of services, including inpatient and outpatient medical care, diagnostics, and pharmaceuticals. It is also a significant player in the medical insurance market, providing various policies to both corporate and retail clients. With a strong market presence, Georgia Healthcare Group holds approximately 24% of the country's hospital bed capacity and is the leading pharmaceuticals retailer and wholesaler, capturing around 29% of the market share by revenue. Additionally, the company is the second largest provider of medical insurance in Georgia, serving around 110,000 customers. Headquartered in London, the organization has built a vertically integrated network that supports its leadership position in the rapidly growing Georgian healthcare sector.