Apr 2026

In evolving market environments, a clear and forward-looking sourcing strategy is critical to identifying the next generation of winners.

Julie Yang, Vice President in Investcorp’s European Private Equity team, shares how the firm approaches sourcing with discipline and conviction, focusing on founder-led businesses and often partnering as the first institutional investor. She highlights our sector-led approach, with a focus on tech-enabled and specialized services, underpinned by long-term structural trends such as digital transformation and the growing demand for expert-driven solutions. Julie also discusses how we combine early-stage conviction with technology and AI-enabled tools to enhance sourcing, triage opportunities and build a differentiated pipeline.

A forward-looking perspective on sourcing, sector focus and how technology is reshaping private equity investing.