News
2008/1/24
SigmaBleyzer Opens New Office in Kyiv
January 24, 2008, Kyiv, Ukraine - SigmaBleyzer, a leading private equity firm in Eastern Europe, has officially opened its new four-floor, state-of-the-art office in downtown Kyiv. The office opening marks a milestone for the firm,
which after 15 years is still actively investing in companies in Ukraine.
“The new office at the Mandarin Plaza complex in Kyiv is a clear indication of our company’s continuing commitment to investing in Ukraine and assisting this country with economic development and investment climate improvement
for the benefit of the Ukrainian people and all investors in the Ukrainian economy,” said Michael Bleyzer, President and CEO of SigmaBleyzer.
In December 2007, SigmaBleyzer established 150 million EUR (217 million USD) investment vehicle for Kazakhstan. Prior to that in 2007, a special purpose co-investment vehicle with 200 million EUR (289 million USD) was
created to allow investors to co-invest with the 250 million EUR (362 million USD) Southeast European Growth Fund IV, which was launched in 2006.
Earlier funds include three Ukrainian Growth Funds (UGF I, UGF II and UGF III) created in 1996 – 1998. Investors in all funds include large financial institutions, family offices and high net-worth individuals from around the world.
About SigmaBleyzer
Since 1993, SigmaBleyzer has been one of the largest, most experienced equity investors in Eastern Europe and the countries of the former Soviet Union. With approximately 1 billion USD under management and the strength
of the company’s local infrastructure, knowledge of local market conditions, and western-style management, SigmaBleyzer is among the strongest investment organizations in the region. SigmaBleyzer has offices
in Kazakhstan, Bulgaria, Romania, Ukraine, and the United States.
Contact:
Mark Rudkin
Head of Marketing and PR
SigmaBleyzer
713-621-3111
msrudkin@sigmableyzer.com
Alina Sigda
PR Department
SigmaBleyzer
+38-044-207-7092
asigda@sigmableyzer.com.ua