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Pretium Strengthens Leadership with New Senior Managing Director

On December 3, 2024, Pretium Partners, a prominent specialized investment firm managing assets exceeding $55 billion, declared the appointment of Sebastiano Visentini as Senior Managing Director and Head of Business Optimization. In this pivotal position, Visentini is set to spearhead initiatives that will enhance the efficiency, collaboration, and performance across Pretium’s broad operational landscape. He will also contribute to the firm’s Executive Committee, facilitating decision-making at the highest level.

Mr. Visentini boasts an impressive background with a solid record in financial institutions, corporate development, and innovation strategy. His previous role was at Morgan Stanley, where he dedicated 16 years of his career. Most recently, he served as the Head of Firm Strategy, Execution, and Innovation on the Management Committee. Previously, he was responsible for steering global strategic initiatives, overseeing various mergers and acquisitions, and driving corporate integration processes.

During his tenure at Morgan Stanley, he also held the position of Head of Capital from 2016 to 2020, where he led critical aspects of capital planning, including the firm’s annual stress test submissions to the Federal Reserve Board. His vast experience further extends to his time as a Managing Director in the Financial Institutions Group, emphasizing his deep understanding of the financial sector.

The leadership at Pretium expressed confidence in Visentini’s capabilities. Jonathan Pruzan, Co-President of Pretium, commented, “With the rapid growth of our business and increasing investor interest in our unique residential real estate ecosystem, we're committed to boosting operational and strategic opportunities. Sid’s profound expertise in driving commercial value through improved efficiency and integration is a remarkable asset for us.”

Upon joining, Mr. Visentini remarked on his enthusiasm about the position, stating, “Pretium has established an exceptional business model that merges sophisticated investment management with complex operational companies. I’m thrilled to join the senior leadership team at Pretium and lead initiatives that enhance value by fostering collaboration, operational efficiency, and strategic growth.”

Visentini holds a B.S. in Finance from Boston College and is well-respected in the industry for his strategic vision and leadership.

About Pretium

Founded in 2012, Pretium Partners is intricately focused on U.S. residential real estate, residential credit, and corporate credit. The firm's objective is to capitalize on emerging investment opportunities arising from market disruptions and inefficiencies. With an integrated ecosystem analyzing U.S. housing and credit markets, Pretium claims a strategic edge over other investment managers. The firm maintains around $55 billion in assets, featuring real estate investments spread across nearly 90 U.S. markets, while employing approximately 7,000 staff across its global locations, including New York, Miami, London, Seoul, and Sydney. For more detailed insights, interested parties may visit www.pretium.com.