H.I.G. Capital Appoints Carlos Couret as Managing Director for Spain's Lower Middle Market Private Equity

H.I.G. Capital Welcomes Carlos Couret as Managing Director in Spain

On June 24, 2026, H.I.G. Capital, a leading global alternative investment firm managing $75 billion in assets, announced the appointment of Carlos Couret as the Managing Director and Head of the Lower Middle Market Private Equity team in Spain. With 17 years of experience in private equity, Couret brings a wealth of expertise and a successful track record spanning various sectors.

Before joining H.I.G., Carlos Couret gained significant experience at ProA Capital, where he honed his skills in deal sourcing, execution, and exit strategies. His previous roles at BNP Paribas in both New York and Madrid further supplemented his extensive knowledge of the investment landscape, particularly in private equity.

Wolfgang Biedermann, the Executive Managing Director and Head of H.I.G. Private Equity in Europe, expressed enthusiasm regarding Couret's addition to the team. He stated, “We are thrilled to welcome Carlos to our team. He possesses an impressive track record, and I am confident he is the right person to further strengthen H.I.G.'s presence in Spain and Portugal.”

Olivier Boyadjian, Managing Director and Head of H.I.G.'s Paris office, added that following a year in the interim lead for the Iberian region, he is pleased to see the successful recruitment of Couret. “His arrival speaks volumes about our unwavering commitment to the Southern Europe region,” he noted.

About H.I.G. Capital

Based in Miami, with a broad network of offices across the United States—from Atlanta to San Francisco and including major international presences in Hamburg, London, Madrid, and beyond—H.I.G. Capital specializes in providing debt and equity capital to middle-market companies. Their approach combines operational focus with a flexible investment strategy that seeks to add value during various phases of a company's lifecycle.

H.I.G. Capital’s equity funds focus on management buyouts, recapitalizations, and acquisitions of both profitable and underperforming businesses in sectors such as manufacturing and services. Their debt funds invest in senior, unitranche, and subordinated debt for companies of all sizes, utilizing both primary and secondary markets. They also manage a publicly traded business development company, WhiteHorse Finance, and invest in value-added real estate and infrastructure opportunities.

Since its inception in 1993, H.I.G. has successfully invested in and managed over 400 companies worldwide. The firm's current portfolio includes more than 100 businesses, generating a cumulative revenue exceeding $53 billion. For additional details, you can visit H.I.G.’s official website at hig.com.

As H.I.G. Capital continues to expand its reach and portfolio, the inclusion of seasoned professionals like Carlos Couret showcases their commitment to enhancing investment operations across key markets in Europe, particularly in the Iberian Peninsula. This strategic move is expected to contribute significantly to H.I.G.'s growth trajectory in the competitive landscape of private equity.