François-Aïssa Touazi joined Ardian in 2008. He co/heads the Investor Relations. He has been instrumental in developing and strengthening our relationships with our investors. In particular, he has developed strategic and diversified partnerships with major sovereign wealth funds and pension funds. He is Chairman of Ardian Abu Dhabi limited.

He also contributes to the international development of our portfolio companies. He is also Global Head of European and International Public Affairs for Ardian.

François is co-Chairman of the French Saudi Arabia - Kuwait - UAE Councils at Medef International, the largest French business organization and President of the Sovereign Wealth Funds task force.

Prior to joining Ardian, he worked for the French Foreign Office he was notably advisor for the Middle East and North Africa. He is based in Paris.

Education: Institut d’Etudes Politiques of Paris