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TPG Appoints Gunther Bright as New Independent Director
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TPG Inc. has appointed Gunther Bright as an independent director of its Board, effective July 1, 2022. Bright, with nearly 30 years of experience at American Express, brings substantial expertise in business transformation and growth. TPG's leadership expressed confidence that Bright's skills will enhance the company's strategic positioning in the alternative asset management space. TPG, founded in 1992 with $120 billion in assets under management, focuses on innovation and collaboration across various investment platforms.
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Gunther Bright's extensive experience in financial services is expected to strengthen TPG's Board.
Bright's appointment may enhance TPG's growth strategies and business transformation efforts.
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SAN FRANCISCO & FORT WORTH, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
TPG Inc. (NASDAQ: TPG), a leading global alternative asset management firm, announced today that Gunther Bright has joined its Board of Directors (the “Board”) as an independent director, effective July 1, 2022.
“On behalf of the Board and leadership team, we are pleased to welcome Gunther to the TPG Board,” said Jim Coulter, Founding Partner and Executive Chairman of TPG. “Gunther is a distinguished leader with a strong track record of driving business transformation and growth strategies on a global scale. He will play an important role in continuing to position TPG for the future of alternatives.”
Bright brings nearly 30 years of leadership experience at American Express, where he currently serves as Executive Vice President and General Manager of Global and U.S. Large Enterprises, Global Commercial Services. Gunther served as an Independent Board Member of McAfee (NASDAQ:MCFE) from September 2021 to February 2022. Gunther currently serves as an Executive Committee Member of the Junior Achievement of New York Board of Directors, Vice Chairman and Executive Committee Member of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Board of Trustees, and a member of the Executive Leadership Council.
“We believe Gunther’s skill and expertise complement that of our existing directors and are confident we will benefit from his decades of experience in the financial services industry,” added Jon Winkelried, Chief Executive Officer. “We look forward to partnering with him in this role as we continue to generate long term value for our stakeholders.”
“TPG’s focus on innovation and longstanding entrepreneurial culture has been a critical driver behind the firm’s distinct brand and impressive reputation across the industry,” said Bright. “I look forward to partnering with the Board and leadership to support TPG’s continued growth and success.”
About TPG
TPG is a leading global alternative asset management firm founded in San Francisco in 1992 with $120 billion of assets under management and investment and operational teams in 12 offices globally. TPG invests across five multi-product platforms: Capital, Growth, Impact, Real Estate, and Market Solutions and our unique strategy is driven by collaboration, innovation, and inclusion. Our teams combine deep product and sector experience with broad capabilities and expertise to develop differentiated insights and add value for our fund investors, portfolio companies, management teams, and communities.
Who is Gunther Bright, and what is his role at TPG?
Gunther Bright is a newly appointed independent director of TPG's Board, effective July 1, 2022. He has extensive experience in business transformation and growth.
What are TPG's assets under management?
TPG has $120 billion in assets under management.
What prior experience does Gunther Bright have?
Bright has nearly 30 years of leadership experience at American Express and previously served on the Board of McAfee.
How might Gunther Bright's appointment impact TPG?
His expertise in financial services may enhance TPG's strategic initiatives and drive long-term value for stakeholders.
