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The future private capital CFO: Unleashing potential in the ESG era
More than three quarters of private capital CFOs are now embracing ESG – but the race is on to tackle ever-complex data and regulatory challenges.
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In 2022, ESG isn’t just a ‘buzzword’ – it’s fast becoming the ‘new normal’. But getting to grips with new ESG regulation – alongside hefty reporting pressures – is costly and complex.
When we surveyed CFOs at private capital funds last year, the majority anticipated daily, or even live reporting demands from investors. While demands for data remain high, this year CFOs are optimistic for the future – with many planning to diversify into new asset classes over the next 24 months. Above all, though, there is a real sense that ESG is now top of the agenda.
More than half of CFOs are now partway through their ESG integration processes – and more than a quarter say this process is complete. But obstacles remain around cost and resource constraints and the complexity of ESG data.
Technology can ease the burden here. Many respondents say they plan to complement in-house expertise with outsourced tech solutions, as they navigate these challenges.
Read on for more key insights from our research.
Key takeaways
96%
of CFOs say ESG is important to their LPs
51%
say they are partway through integrating ESG into their operations
29%
say this process is complete
77%
of LPs want live or daily updates on portfolio performance
56%
expect the same on ESG
61%
of CFOs say outsourced tech solutions will help them meet these demands
Key experts
Chitra Baskar
President, Fund Solutions
View bio Chitra Baskar is Chief Operating Officer and Global Head of Funds and Product at Intertrust Group, a world-leading, specialised administration services provider listed on Euronext, Amsterdam. Chitra has more than 30 years of experience in the securities market and took on the COO role for Intertrust Group in December 2020 alongside her existing role of Global Head of Funds & Product. Together with her expert colleagues, she is dedicated to finding solutions for clients that allow them to transform and unleash the potential of their operating model by driving the efficiency, technology and insight needed to achieve a competitive edge.
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David Sarfas
Country Head, Luxembourg
View bio David Sarfas
Country Head, Luxembourg
David Sarfas joined Intertrust Group in 2020. In 2022, David moved to Luxembourg where he took the role of County Head.
David is responsible for driving the growth of Intertrust Group in Luxembourg, the largest fund domicile in Europe. David is supporting the development of new funds and private capital-related offerings, working closely with clients and prospects alike to grow the business.
David brings with him over 25 years of experience in financial functions, serving large multinational corporations and private equity firms with extensive financial, accounting and transaction experience. Before joining Intertrust Group, David worked at MUFG Investor Services and has also previously held roles at EY and PwC.
David is bilingual French and English.
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Jonathan White
Global Head of Fund Sales
Antonello Argenziano
Product Director, Intertrust Group