Lazard Welcomes Michele Colocci as Vice Chairman, Investment Banking and Managing Director, Healthcare
Lazard, Inc. announced Michele Colocci joining as Vice Chairman, Investment Banking and Managing Director, Healthcare on June 3, 2024. With extensive experience in healthcare investment banking, Colocci's appointment aims to strengthen Lazard's global healthcare franchise. Lazard's EMEA business accounted for 40% of financial advisory revenues, showcasing its growth trajectory.
Michele Colocci's appointment as Vice Chairman and Managing Director reinforces Lazard's position in the healthcare sector, enhancing its global healthcare franchise.
Lazard's EMEA business's substantial contribution to total financial advisory revenues indicates the strength and depth of relationships the firm has built over almost two centuries.
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Mr. Colocci is a globally recognized advisor with a particular focus on healthcare, having worked with biopharma clients across EMEA, the US, and
“Michele’s experience as a trusted advisor to clients will be tremendously valuable as we continue to invest in our significant European business,” said Peter R. Orszag, Chief Executive Officer of Lazard. “His expertise will help advance the expansion of our preeminent healthcare business, and we are thrilled to welcome him to Lazard.”
“Lazard is at an exciting inflection point in its growth plans, and I am honored to be joining the firm at this time,” said Michele Colocci. “Advisors continually strive to differentiate themselves for the clarity, independence and relevance of their advice to clients as they seek to manage risk, innovate and grow — Lazard has long focused its franchise around these elements and I very much look forward to joining that effort.”
Lazard’s leading EMEA business represented close to
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FAQ
<p>When is Michele Colocci joining Lazard?</p>
Michele Colocci is joining Lazard on June 3, 2024.
<p>What is Michele Colocci's role at Lazard?</p>
Michele Colocci is joining as Vice Chairman, Investment Banking, and Managing Director, Healthcare at Lazard.
<p>Where will Michele Colocci be based?</p>
Michele Colocci will be based in London.
<p>What is Lazard's recent focus in transactions?</p>
Lazard has been actively involved in healthcare transactions, including acquisitions and IPOs, showcasing its expertise in the sector.
<p>What is Lazard's position in the European market?</p>
Lazard's EMEA business represents a significant portion of total financial advisory revenues, demonstrating its leading position in Europe.