Corporate Update
September 2025

Italian business unit officially rebranded

Announcing that our business in Italy has officially rebranded as Fortlane Partners

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Italian business unit officially rebranded

Big news from our business in Italy: We are excited to announce that our business in Italy has officially rebranded as Fortlane Partners!

 

This marks a significant milestone following the successful management buy-out of the group in 2024, led by the partner team and Kartesia, a leading pan-European financing partner.

 

This transition to a partner-led firm underscores our commitment to preserving the independence of our consulting activities while unlocking new growth opportunities. As our Italian business moves forward now as Fortlane Partners, our experts and colleagues in Milan stay the same, delivering excellence in strategy, M&A, and transformation.

 

Our new name reflects the core qualities that have always driven us: strength, trust, intellectual ambition, tangible client impact, and a unique team spirit.

 

Building on a strong foundation, we will continue to shape the future of the Italian Private Equity industry — enabling smarter decisions and driving sustainable value creation.

 

Artwork: Hansjörg Dobliar

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Giovanni Calia
Giovanni Calia
Managing Director
Due Diligence, Value Creation and Exit Readiness, Portfolio Strategy and Buy & Build, Principal Investors and Private Equity
Milan, Italy
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