Virginie Morgon, CEO of Paris-based PE firm Eurazeo , is perfectly happy to play against type. In her deal hunt, Morgon has opened Eurazeo offices around the world, quadrupled staff, and even built a team of dedicated company builders. We are committed to the acceleration and the growth of our portfolio companies.”Within hours, she will close a near $500 million buy of student company World Strides. In 2014, Morgon was named deputy CEO, out on the fast track to lead the firm. Asmodee’s Settlers of Catan has turned into a megahit; since Eurazeo’s investment revenues have tripled to $500 million annually and U.S. sales have gone from 5% to 50%.

Source: Forbes April 27, 2018 18:01 UTC