EQ T named Nicholas Macksey and Hari Gopalakrishnan as co‑heads of its Private Capital Asia arm, tasking them with deploying a record‑setting $15.6 bn regional fund. The move follows the exit of long‑time leader Jean Eric Salata, who stepped down as group chairman on 12 May. Salata will stay on as chairman of EQ T Asia and chair investment committees for the next fiscal year in 2025.

Both newcomers bring decades of experience built alongside EQ T’s expansion across Asia. Their appointment signals the firm’s intent to accelerate deal flow in high‑growth markets such as China, India and Southeast Asia. With a $15.6 bn fund, EQ T plans to target mid‑market buyouts, growth equity and infrastructure projects, aiming to capture rising demand for local investment expertise by 2025 and beyond.

Jean Eric Salata will retain oversight of investment decisions through his chairmanship of the Private Capital Asia committees, while focusing on broader strategic priorities at the group level. The leadership shift positions EQ T to deepen its footprint in Asia’s dynamic markets, leveraging its global network to source deals that align with local growth trajectories. The move underscores the firm’s commitment to long‑term value creation.