Brian Ruder

Co-Managing Partner and Co-CEO of Permira with deep private equity and technology investing experience; instrumental in building Permira's technology sector and involved in deals such as Ancestry, Informatica, Zendesk and others.

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Sep 25, 2025 • 49min

Permira Part 2: Co-CEOs Brian Ruder and Dipan Patel - the collaborative leadership model in action: scaling an €80B alternative asset manager

Brian Ruder and Dipan Patel, Co-CEOs of Permira, share insights on leading a €80B alternative asset manager. They discuss the evolution of private equity, emphasizing the increasing importance of technology and software in buyouts. AI is framed as a platform shift, with implications for data and long-term growth strategies. Their collaborative leadership model fosters faster decision-making and a strong focus on cultural values. Ruder and Patel also address the need for deep sector capability and the advantages of founder-led companies in driving profitability.

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