Guillaume Charlin Becomes Managing Partner at McWin to Drive Growth in Food Ecosystem
On January 16, 2025, McWin Capital Partners announced the appointment of Guillaume Charlin as their new Managing Partner. This strategic decision is aimed at guiding the firm through its next phase of growth while enhancing its focus on the food ecosystem.
Previously, Guillaume held the position of Managing Partner at Boston Consulting Group (BCG) in France, where he contributed significantly for 27 years. His vast experience includes advising clients in the food and beverage sector, retail, and luxury fashion, allowing him to build a robust track record in business transformation and development. During his tenure at BCG, he occupied several high-level leadership roles, overseeing substantial teams and taking charge of key consumer business initiatives across Europe.
From 2018 to 2022, Guillaume was at the helm of BCG France, where he managed a team of approximately 1,200 staff. Furthermore, he led BCG's European consumer business and transitioned into a pivotal role as President of Quantis, a sustainability consulting firm focused on the food ecosystem, following its acquisition by BCG.
In his new role at McWin, Guillaume will collaborate closely with the other partners to amplify value across the McWin portfolio. He will leverage his deep understanding of the food and beverage industry to foster growth strategies involving geographic expansion and entry into new market sectors. Additionally, Guillaume will join McWin’s Investment Committee and take an active leadership role in managing assets.
Henry McGovern, the founding partner of McWin, expressed enthusiasm for Guillaume's addition to the team, stating, "We are thrilled to welcome Guillaume to the McWin family. His detailed knowledge of the food industry and management experience position him as an ideal fit for our team. We believe that his entrepreneurial spirit, along with his dedication to fostering entrepreneurs, will significantly enhance our value proposition."
Guillaume Charlin shared his excitement about joining McWin, stating, "I am grateful to Henry, Steve, and the other partners for the opportunity to help lead the business toward its next growth phase. The achievements of the McWin teams since their inception have truly impressed me. The entrepreneurial DNA, operational mindset, and focus on the food ecosystem provide unique added value to McWin’s partners, CEOs, entrepreneurs, and investors."
He continued, "With these foundations in place, I believe McWin is well-positioned to seize and shape value-creating opportunities in a transforming food ecosystem confronted with challenges such as environmental impact, consumer health, and food sovereignty, all while scaling restaurant brands. I look forward to supporting McWin in its mission to create a significant impact and foster innovation throughout the food ecosystem."
McWin Capital Partners specializes in private equity and venture capital investments within the food ecosystem. Since its inception, McWin has raised approximately €1 billion through three funds specifically designed to support exceptional founders and CEOs who are at the forefront of impactful changes in the food industry. The firm has been instrumental in nurturing over 20 of the most innovative food technology and service companies from their growth stages through to maturity since 2021. McWin stands out not only for its capital investment but also for its extensive network and expertise aimed at delivering exceptional returns.
For further information, visit McWin's official website at https://mcwin.fund/
Previously, Guillaume held the position of Managing Partner at Boston Consulting Group (BCG) in France, where he contributed significantly for 27 years. His vast experience includes advising clients in the food and beverage sector, retail, and luxury fashion, allowing him to build a robust track record in business transformation and development. During his tenure at BCG, he occupied several high-level leadership roles, overseeing substantial teams and taking charge of key consumer business initiatives across Europe.
From 2018 to 2022, Guillaume was at the helm of BCG France, where he managed a team of approximately 1,200 staff. Furthermore, he led BCG's European consumer business and transitioned into a pivotal role as President of Quantis, a sustainability consulting firm focused on the food ecosystem, following its acquisition by BCG.
In his new role at McWin, Guillaume will collaborate closely with the other partners to amplify value across the McWin portfolio. He will leverage his deep understanding of the food and beverage industry to foster growth strategies involving geographic expansion and entry into new market sectors. Additionally, Guillaume will join McWin’s Investment Committee and take an active leadership role in managing assets.
Henry McGovern, the founding partner of McWin, expressed enthusiasm for Guillaume's addition to the team, stating, "We are thrilled to welcome Guillaume to the McWin family. His detailed knowledge of the food industry and management experience position him as an ideal fit for our team. We believe that his entrepreneurial spirit, along with his dedication to fostering entrepreneurs, will significantly enhance our value proposition."
Guillaume Charlin shared his excitement about joining McWin, stating, "I am grateful to Henry, Steve, and the other partners for the opportunity to help lead the business toward its next growth phase. The achievements of the McWin teams since their inception have truly impressed me. The entrepreneurial DNA, operational mindset, and focus on the food ecosystem provide unique added value to McWin’s partners, CEOs, entrepreneurs, and investors."
He continued, "With these foundations in place, I believe McWin is well-positioned to seize and shape value-creating opportunities in a transforming food ecosystem confronted with challenges such as environmental impact, consumer health, and food sovereignty, all while scaling restaurant brands. I look forward to supporting McWin in its mission to create a significant impact and foster innovation throughout the food ecosystem."
McWin Capital Partners specializes in private equity and venture capital investments within the food ecosystem. Since its inception, McWin has raised approximately €1 billion through three funds specifically designed to support exceptional founders and CEOs who are at the forefront of impactful changes in the food industry. The firm has been instrumental in nurturing over 20 of the most innovative food technology and service companies from their growth stages through to maturity since 2021. McWin stands out not only for its capital investment but also for its extensive network and expertise aimed at delivering exceptional returns.
For further information, visit McWin's official website at https://mcwin.fund/
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