Strategic Value Partners Welcomes Shigesuke Kashiwagi to the Advisory Council

Strategic Value Partners Enhances Advisory Team with Shigesuke Kashiwagi

Strategic Value Partners, L.P. (SVP), a prominent global alternative investment firm, recently declared the appointment of Shigesuke Kashiwagi to its Advisory Council. This strategic hire signifies SVP's commitment to expanding its reach and deepening its ties within the Japanese market. Based in Tokyo, Kashiwagi will play a pivotal role in establishing valuable connections with institutional stakeholders and identifying new investment opportunities in the region.

Shigesuke Kashiwagi brings a wealth of experience to the table, boasting over 40 years in the banking and finance sectors. His most recent position was as a Senior Advisor at EQT AB, but he is perhaps best known for his tenure as Country Head of Japan for Schroders from 2016 to 2020. Over the years, he has held numerous significant roles at Nomura, where he was the Global Head of Fixed Income, the Regional Head for the Americas, and notably, the Chief Financial Officer.

In commenting on this strategic addition, Masatomo Zaizen, Managing Director of Sourcing at SVP, expressed, "Kashiwagi-san is a highly respected industry leader. We look forward to closely collaborating with him in his role as Senior Advisor. His extensive experience and established relationships in the market will greatly complement our existing team, especially as the demand for opportunistic investment strategies continues to grow in Japan."

Reflecting on SVP's long-standing history in the region, Kashiwagi remarked, "SVP has maintained a robust presence in Japan for decades. As we further our expansion, I am eager to strengthen relationships with local investors and partners."

Since opening its Tokyo office in 2005, SVP has been dedicated to serving its investors and partners in Japan. This focus is further underscored by the firm's comprehensive investment strategies that encompass a wide array of approaches, ranging from performing and event-driven debt to hybrid solutions, hard assets, and special situations private equity.

The firm has effectively utilized in-house operating partners and platforms to enhance or transform both companies and hard assets across sectors including power, retail real estate, and aviation. With approximately $23 billion in assets under management as of September 30, 2026, SVP has dedicated over $60 billion in capital investments since its inception in 2001.

Kashiwagi's entrance into the Advisory Council is not only significant for SVP's future growth but also highlights the firm's unwavering commitment to leveraging local expertise and relationships to align with the evolving landscape of the investment market in Japan. As the firm continues to build on its extensive history, strategic hires like Kashiwagi's will be critical in positioning SVP for future success in a dynamic economic environment.

With over 200 employees, including more than 100 investment professionals based in key financial hubs like Greenwich, New York, London, and Tokyo, SVP is well-equipped to navigate the complexities of global investment while catering to the unique needs of the Japanese market. Learn more about SVP's diverse offerings and historical footprint in the alternative investment landscape by visiting SVP Global.