Dan Groen
About Dan Groen
Dan Groen serves as the Managing Director at Clearlake Capital, where he has worked since 2015. He has extensive experience in private equity and investment management, having held various roles at notable firms including Hg Capital and Draper Fisher Jurvetson.
Current Role at Clearlake Capital
Dan Groen serves as Managing Director at Clearlake Capital, a position he has held since 2015. In this role, he co-heads the business development efforts, focusing on private equity and special situations. Groen is involved in Clearlake Capital's operational improvement approach known as O.P.S.®, which emphasizes enhancing the performance of portfolio companies. He works within a sector-focused strategy that targets technology, industrials, and consumer sectors. His leadership contributes to the management of over $72 billion in assets.
Previous Experience at Clearlake Capital
Before becoming a Managing Director, Groen worked at Clearlake Capital as an Operating Advisor from 2013 to 2015. During his tenure, he contributed to operational strategies and improvements within the firm. His experience at Clearlake Capital laid the groundwork for his current leadership role, allowing him to leverage insights gained during his earlier position.
Professional Background
Dan Groen has a diverse professional background in investment and finance. He worked at Hg Capital as Associate Director from 2008 to 2013, where he gained experience in the private equity sector in London. Prior to that, he held positions at Draper Fisher Jurvetson Growth Fund and TA Associates, focusing on growth equity and leveraged buyouts. His early career included roles at Broadview and Arma Partners, where he developed analytical and investment skills.
Educational Background
Groen earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in International Economics from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), studying from 1994 to 1998. His education provided a foundation in economic principles and analysis, which he has applied throughout his career in investment and finance.
Investment Experience
Dan Groen has extensive investment experience across various disciplines. His expertise includes leveraged buyouts, growth equity, liquidity capital, carve-outs, and value investing. This diverse skill set enables him to navigate complex investment scenarios and contribute effectively to the strategic goals of Clearlake Capital.