Allard Ruijs is a seasoned investment professional with extensive experience in private equity and business development. Since November 2007, Allard has held various leadership roles at DIF Capital Partners, including Partner and Chief Investment Officer, as well as Partner and Head of Investor Relations & Business Development. Prior to this, Allard served as Head of Private Equity, Infrastructure, Commodities & Special Products at MN from February 2006 to November 2007. Additional experience includes a role as Senior Advisor for Mergers & Acquisitions at Essent N.V. from July 2003 to January 2006, and as Investment Manager for Private Equity at Residex Capital between February 2000 and June 2003. Early career experience includes serving as an Auditor at PricewaterhouseCoopers from August 1995 to January 2000. Allard holds a degree from the University of Groningen.