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Stax Appoints Adam Thorpe as Managing Director

Stax LLC, a leading global strategy consulting firm specializing in commercial due diligence, value creation, and exit planning, proudly announces the appointment of Adam Thorpe as the Managing Director. This key role is based in the firm’s London office and will see him direct the company’s vertical healthcare sector across the EMEA region.

With an impressive career spanning over 30 years, primarily with KPMG, Adam brings to Stax a wealth of experience and expertise. His remarkable background includes 25 years in strategy roles, focusing primarily on the healthcare sector. For the past two decades, he has guided clients through contract negotiations and growth initiatives, particularly in commercial due diligence and value creation that accelerate growth and performance improvements.

A Step Forward for Stax’s Healthcare Ambitions

Paul Edwards, Head of Global Practices at Stax, reflects on Adam’s appointment: “Adam’s arrival underscores Stax’s capability to attract high-caliber industry leaders. With over 20 years of consulting experience focused on healthcare complexities in the UK and Europe, he joins our world-class healthcare vertical as we expand our footprint on both sides of the Atlantic.”

Before joining Stax, Adam played a pivotal role in creating and leading KPMG’s French strategy group from 2000 to 2015. He later returned to KPMG in the UK to manage healthcare strategies before his departure in 2024. Adam’s expertise spans various aspects of healthcare, from home care and elderly services to specialized care, and includes work in mental health, diagnostics, and medical devices.

An Alluring Value Proposition

Expressing enthusiasm about joining Stax, Adam highlighted the firm’s targeted approach and value-driven strategies. He stated, “What drew me to Stax is its focus on working with private equity clients and businesses, leveraging data, insights, and sector expertise to deliver robust commercial and strategic advice in targeted verticals. I look forward to contributing to our growth and the continued expansion of our healthcare initiatives.”

Phil Dunne, Managing Director for the UK, emphasized the significant impact of Adam’s extensive relationships and leadership within the healthcare industry, asserting that he is an excellent addition to the Stax team. Adam’s deep understanding of the healthcare domain—from NHS providers to pharmaceutical companies and MedTech—positions him as a key player to meet clients' diverse healthcare needs and to drive ongoing growth at Stax.

About Stax LLC

Stax LLC operates as a premier international management consulting firm that partners with businesses and private equity funds across a broad spectrum of sectors, including software/technology, healthcare, industrials, consumer products/retail, and education. The firm collaborates closely with its clients to provide data-driven, actionable insights aimed at fostering growth, enhancing profitability, increasing value, and making informed investment decisions. For more information, visit Stax’s website and follow them on LinkedIn, Instagram, Threads, and Facebook.