Elan Schultz

Elan’s Biography

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Elan A. Schultz is a Founding Partner at TriSpan, LLP, an alternative asset management and private equity firm.

Elan has more than 25 years of global experience in private equity, real estate and private credit. He has successfully invested in start-ups, small and mid-sized companies and multi-billion-dollar enterprises throughout his career. He has acquired an in-depth understanding of investing in a range of sectors, including but not limited to manufacturing, technology, professional services, multi-unit healthcare and restaurants.

TriSpan focuses on investments in high-growth companies in North America, Europe and the UK. It features two innovative private equity platforms. Its Opportunities Fund serves a broad range of industries, focusing on buy and build strategies in healthcare, business services and specialty manufacturing sectors. The Rising Stars fund focuses on investing in new brands in the restaurant industry that show great growth potential.

Before establishing TriSpan, Elan served as MP at Quilvest, where he was pivotal in steering the success of its global private... Elan A. Schultz is a Founding Partner at TriSpan, LLP, an alternative asset management and private equity firm.

Elan has more than 25 years of global experience in private equity, real estate and private credit. He has successfully invested in start-ups, small and mid-sized companies and multi-billion-dollar enterprises throughout his career. He has acquired an in-depth understanding of investing in a range of sectors, including but not limited to manufacturing, technology, professional services, multi-unit healthcare and restaurants.

TriSpan focuses on investments in high-growth companies in North America, Europe and the UK. It features two innovative private equity platforms. Its Opportunities Fund serves a broad range of industries, focusing on buy and build strategies in healthcare, business services and specialty manufacturing sectors. The Rising Stars fund focuses on investing in new brands in the restaurant industry that show great growth potential.

Before establishing TriSpan, Elan served as MP at Quilvest, where he was pivotal in steering the success of its global private equity, real estate and private credit business. He dedicated a decade of his career to Quilvest and served on its Board of Directors, investment committees and the boards of its US-based private equity investments.

Prior to this, Elan co-founded SG Capital Partners, a $500 million private equity fund that invested across numerous sectors, from venture capital to buyouts, and achieved top decile investment performance for its vintage. He started his career at Donaldson Lufkin & Jenrette (DLJ), where he helped set up DLJ Merchant Banking and contributed significantly to driving the success of the private equity division.

Elan attended the University of Texas at Austin, where he obtained a BA with honors, and he holds an MBA from Stanford Business School. He spends some of his free time rock climbing, flying planes as a licensed pilot, and training in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. moreless

Elan’s Newsfeed

MCA.

Retailers’ Retailer Awards 2022 winners revealed

TriSpan was named Investor of the Year at the MCA. Retailers’ Retailer Awards. TriSpan was recognized for its investment in Pho, a Vietnamese restaurant with over 30 locations in the UK.

Elan’s Background

TriSpan

Founding Partner

Feb 2015 - Present

New York, NY, USA

TriSpan is a highly reputable private equity firm and supports companies in the lower middle market.

Quilvest Capital Partners

Managing Partner

2005 - 2014

New York, NY, USA

Quilvest is an independent private equity investor and wealth manager focused on wealth generation.

SG Cowen

Managing Director

1998 - 2004

New York, NY, USA

SG Cowen (now Cowen Inc) is a full-service investment bank. Cowen was acquired by Société Générale and renamed SG Cowen during the time when Elan worked for them.

Donaldson, Lufkin & Jenrette

Vice President

1992 - 1997

New York, NY, USA

DLJ is a financial services firm specializing in investment banking and securities brokerage. DLJ previously operated as an investment bank.

Alvarez & Marsal

Associate

1989 - 1992

New York, NY, USA

Alvarez & Marsal is a management services firm known for successful restructuring, turnaround and performance improvement project work.

Donaldson, Lufkin & Jenrette

Analyst

1986 - 1988

New York, NY, USA

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Current Board Positions

Brightwood Capital Advisors

Board of Directors

New York, NY, USA

Established in 2010, Brightwood Capital Advisors, LLC is a relationship-based firm focused on supporting growing small- and medium-sized businesses through a range of flexible capital solutions. Brightwood primarily works across five verticals: healthcare services, business services, transportation & logistics, technology & communications, and franchising.

Previous Board Positions

Quilvest Capital Partners

Board of Directors

New York, NY, USA

During his time as Managing Partner at Quilvest Capital Partners, Elan also served on the Board of Directors. The Board of Directors ensures that the interests of the company and its shareholders are served and protected.

Media

Featured GP Q&A: TriSpan

Interview

Apr 2021

Elan is featured in an interview on the TritonLake blog, discussing his career, the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic and prospects for the future of the industry as a GP.

Meet the Underground Power Brokers of NYC Dining: Restaurant Consultants

Quoted

Jan 2020

New York, NY, USA

Elan Schultz discusses working with Andrew Moger of BCD, a real estate brokerage firm that invests in restaurant and retail concepts.

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Charitable Interests

The New York Police and Fire Widows’ and Children’s Benefit Fund

Supporter

New York, NY, USA

The New York Police and Fire Widows’ and Children’s Benefit Fund is a charitable organization that is set up to help the loved ones of first responders who have lost their lives while on duty.