Transom Capital Group, a Los Angeles‑based private‑equity firm founded in 2008, announced the appointment of former JP Morgan investment banker Luke Dauch as a principal on its business‑development team. Dauch will lead the sourcing, evaluation and cultivation of new deals, while expanding the firm’s network with investment banks, intermediaries and corporate executives to drive growth across its mid‑market platform and value.

Transom has relied on a lean deal‑sourcing model, often tapping senior talent to bridge gaps between sellers and capital. Dauch’s background in JP Morgan’s diversified industrials group gives him exposure to complex transactions in manufacturing, energy and technology, sectors where the firm has been active. His addition is expected to sharpen due‑diligence speed and broaden deal flow for its investment team.

Investors will watch how Dauch translates his banking network into proprietary opportunities for Transom’s $1.5 billion fund. The move signals the firm’s intent to deepen its presence in the competitive mid‑market space, where sourcing advantages can dictate returns. With Dauch on board, Transom is positioned to accelerate its deal pipeline this year and capture value from underserved segments across industries.