Inveniam Welcomes Paul Soanes as New Chief Commercial Officer
In a strategic move to enhance its market position, Inveniam Capital Partners, a prominent player in the data infrastructure sector for private market assets, has recently appointed Paul Soanes as its new Chief Commercial Officer (CCO). With more than 35 years of extensive experience in commercial leadership, Soanes is expected to bring a wealth of knowledge and strategic insight to Inveniam, particularly in advancing its commercial objectives across global private equity, real estate, and institutional markets.
Soanes joins Inveniam after having co-founded and served as the CEO of multiple successful ventures in the energy sector. His most notable achievement includes establishing one of the largest renewable fuels businesses in the United States, highlighting his ability to navigate complex market dynamics effectively. His previous roles at Atlantic Richfield Company (ARCO) and Consumers Energy further cemented his reputation in the field, giving him substantial experience in regulated markets and capital project development.
As the CCO, Soanes will be at the forefront of accelerating enterprise adoption of Inveniam's platform, expanding strategic partnerships, and increasing the company's footprint in the private market landscape. Inveniam aims to leverage his entrepreneurial agility and enterprise execution expertise, which are essential for successfully driving the digitization and trading of private market assets.
Patrick O'Meara, Chairman and CEO of Inveniam, expressed enthusiasm about Soanes’ appointment, stating, "Paul brings a rare combination of entrepreneurial agility and enterprise execution. His ability to lead commercial operations at scale while navigating complex market environments will be a powerful asset as we drive the digitization and systematic trading of private market assets."
Soanes expressed his eagerness to contribute to Inveniam's mission, saying, "Inveniam is building essential infrastructure for the future of finance. I'm excited to help accelerate the commercial adoption of a platform that brings real transparency and efficiency to the private markets that drive global investment."
Paul Soanes holds a Bachelor of Arts in Commerce from Murdoch University in Australia and is recognized for cultivating high-performing, diverse teams in rapidly evolving environments. His appointment aligns with Inveniam’s strategy of investing in seasoned leadership, aiming to expand its data infrastructure capabilities. The company is focused on developing scalable AI applications, enhancing data marketplaces in private finance, and fostering the systematic trading of assets within private markets.
Inveniam stands out in its mission to provide improved access, transparency, and trust in asset performance data for private market participants. As the financial landscape shifts towards digital solutions, Soanes' leadership is poised to navigate and influence this transformation positively. The future looks bright for Inveniam under his guidance, as it continues to fortify its offerings in the ever-evolving domain of private market access.