Alexander J. Pires is a seasoned finance professional with extensive experience in growth equity and investment banking. Currently serving as Vice President at BDT & MSD Partners since August 2022, Pires is a founding team member involved in principal investing and notable transactions, including the SiMa. AI platform and a public to private LBO of Qualtrics. Prior experience includes roles at OMERS Growth Equity, where significant investments in late-stage technology were made, and J.P. Morgan, where over $30 billion in transactions were announced, specializing in technology investment banking. Alexander's background also includes advisory roles at Atlas Technology Group LLC and teaching assistance at Ivey Business School. Pires holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Honors Business Administration from Ivey Business School and a Bachelor's Degree in Economics from Western University, complemented by an International Baccalaureate from St. George's International School in Switzerland.