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Lexington Partners Announces Three New Partners

On January 14, 2026, Lexington Partners L.P., a prominent global manager specializing in secondary private equity and co-investment funds, revealed the promotion of three of its investment professionals to Partner. These promotions are effective as of January 1, 2026. The individuals elevated to this prestigious position—Peter Grape, Simon Oak, and Michael Skelly—are all integral members of Lexington's Secondary team. This team is pivotal in identifying, evaluating, and executing secondary opportunities, particularly focusing on partnership and GP-led transactions.

The New Partners

• - Peter Grape has been with Lexington since 2013 and is based in Boston. His extensive experience and contributions have made him a valuable asset to the team.
• - Simon Oak, who rejoined Lexington after attending business school in 2010, is located in New York. His journey with the firm showcases a commitment to its growth and success.
• - Michael (Mike) Skelly, also based in New York, has been contributing to Lexington since 2010. His insights and efforts in driving the firm forward were recognized with this promotion.

Wil Warren, Partner and President of Lexington, emphasized the importance of these new appointments. He stated, "These promotions recognize Peter, Simon, and Mike's long-standing contributions to Lexington and their leadership across our global platform. Each has demonstrated strong judgment, collaboration, and dedication, and we congratulate them on their achievements and look forward to their continued success."

A Commitment to Internal Development

With this latest round of promotions, Lexington Partners reinforces its commitment to developing talent from within. The Partner group now consists of 28 members, reflecting a wealth of experience averaging 20 years in private equity among them. As a firm, Lexington boasts over 200 professionals, including 89 dedicated investment experts spread across nine global offices.

About Lexington Partners

Lexington Partners stands out as one of the world’s largest and most effective managers of secondary private equity and co-investment funds, boasting a total capitalization exceeding $82 billion. The firm has played a crucial role in shaping the institutional secondary market for more than 35 years and pioneered one of the first independent discretionary co-investment programs nearly three decades ago.

Lexington specializes in providing bespoke liquidity solutions for both global investors and private equity sponsors, supported by its robust and well-capitalized secondary, continuation vehicle, and co-investment platforms. Its professional staff is strategically located in key investment hubs across North America, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Latin America, aligning with the firm’s mission to serve as a global expert in secondary private equity and co-investments.

For more information about Lexington Partners and its services, you can visit their official website at lexingtonpartners.com.

Media Contact

For media inquiries regarding this announcement, please contact Todd Fogarty at Kekst CNC via email: [email protected]