WAYNE, PA — Private equity firm Inverness Graham has announced the significant appointments of Tonya Zweier as Financial Operating Partner and Jeffrey (Jeff) Silverman as Growth Operating Partner to its Value Creation Group (VCG). These new additions underscore the firm’s commitment to enhancing its services for lower middle market businesses, building on its 60+-year operational legacy. With these hires, the VCG team expands to a robust 12 professionals, specifically designed to support founder-owned companies in achieving growth and operational excellence.
Tonya Zweier steps into the role of Financial Operating Partner with a wealth of experience garnered from her tenure at The Riverside Company, where she excelled as Finance Director. Zweier’s background is marked by a deep engagement with financial analysis, reporting, and forecasting processes, coupled with a keen ability to leverage data analytics for fostering revenue growth and EBITDA improvements. With over three decades of financial experience, including significant exposure to private equity environments and high-growth technology firms, Zweier is poised to play a pivotal role in steering VCG’s business visibility function toward new heights.
On the other hand, Jeff Silverman joins as the Growth Operating Partner, bringing over 30 years of comprehensive experience in sales, marketing, and account management, primarily within the SaaS, technology-enabled services, and healthcare sectors. Silverman’s track record includes remarkable achievements in revenue growth, notably his role in expanding Qualifacts from a $20 million to a $170 million business, a trajectory that included multiple acquisitions, integrations, and a successful exit. His expertise will be instrumental in leading VCG’s revenue generation initiatives, aiming to catalyze growth across Inverness Graham’s portfolio companies.
Trey Sykes, Managing Principal at Inverness Graham, expressed enthusiasm about the capabilities Zweier and Silverman bring to the team. “Their extensive C-suite operating experience aligns perfectly with our mission of partner-based value creation and our culture of continuous improvement,” said Sykes.
This strategic reinforcement of Inverness Graham’s Value Creation Group reflects the firm’s proactive approach to nurturing its portfolio companies, particularly in the dynamic and challenging landscape of lower middle market businesses. By integrating seasoned executives like Zweier and Silverman, Inverness Graham not only enriches its internal expertise but also solidifies its position as a capable shepherd for businesses striving for growth and operational efficiency.
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