Meet Bora Han, Investment Director in IFM’s Private Equity Team, mother to two-year-old Andrew, avid traveller and developing baker.
Bora joined IFM in November 2018 when Global Head of Private Equity Stuart Wardman-Browne sought her expertise in corporate turnaround consulting and mid-market investment management to dovetail with IFM’s shift in focus to direct investments.
“In Private Equity, we’re directly invested in the businesses we partner with. Our current strategy is focused on investing in mid-market growth companies with proven, resilient business models and a clear, actionable growth agenda.
We’ve recently invested in health and business services and often look for companies that are underpinned by technology because they are more scalable.
“I’m part of a close team that has a diverse range of investment, commercial and business experience. We represent IFM on the portfolio company boards and I am a Board member of My Plan Manager. We roll up our sleeves to work with
the portfolio executive teams to set a vision and help them achieve goals and grow. For me, that is the fun part and not only satisfying and rewarding for me personally and for IFM, but also for the portfolio companies,” says Bora.
Not too long after joining IFM, Bora took parental leave and returned in 2020 during the lockdown period.
“It was challenging to return to work during lockdown with a little person in tow, but it has worked out really well, and IFM’s flexible working policy has been instrumental in getting the balance right. Having a child has enhanced my outlook and perspective on things,” she said.