DAPHNE DUFRESHNE

Daphne Dufreshne stands as a highly respected Managing Partner at GenNx360, a prominent private equity firm known for its focus on middle-market companies. In her pivotal role, Ms. Dufreshne is instrumental in driving GenNx360's investment strategy, particularly within the industrial and business services sectors. Her responsibilities encompass the full lifecycle of private equity investment, from deal sourcing and due diligence to portfolio company oversight and strategic value creation.

At GenNx360, Daphne Dufreshne's investment focus areas are broad yet specialized, targeting companies that demonstrate strong market positions, growth potential, and operational improvement opportunities. This includes a diverse range of businesses within manufacturing, distribution, logistics, and various service-oriented industries that support the industrial economy. She is deeply involved in working with management teams to implement operational enhancements, expand market reach, and optimize financial performance, ultimately preparing companies for successful exits.

Ms. Dufreshne brings a wealth of experience and a robust career background to her position. Prior to joining GenNx360, she held significant roles that honed her expertise in private equity and investment banking. Her previous experience includes serving as a Partner at RLJ Equity Partners, where she was responsible for sourcing, executing, and monitoring investments. Before her tenure in private equity, she gained valuable insights into corporate finance and strategic advisory through her work in investment banking at Credit Suisse. This diverse background provides her with a comprehensive understanding of capital markets, corporate strategy, and operational excellence, which she applies to her work at GenNx360.

While specific individual investments led solely by Ms. Dufreshne are often part of confidential firm strategies, her involvement spans across GenNx360's portfolio companies within her focus sectors. These investments typically involve companies with enterprise values ranging from $100 million to $1 billion, where GenNx360 seeks to be a value-added partner. Her contributions are vital in identifying companies poised for growth, structuring complex transactions, and guiding portfolio companies through periods of strategic transformation and expansion. Her leadership helps ensure that GenNx360 continues to deliver strong returns for its investors by building robust, sustainable businesses.