Alex Novotny
Madrid
Summary
Versatile Managing Director with proven abilities across all levels of organizational management. Talented in developing partnerships, overseeing personnel and developing tactical plans to meet strategic goals. Proven leader with significant background in Capital Raising and Business Development as well as in Advisory, M&A, Financial Markets and Investor Relations. Strategic and results-oriented business leader with experience in strategy, planning and operations. Skilled in developing and executing business plans to maximize profitability, streamline operations and maintain compliance with industry regulations.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Managing Director
Cohen Brothers
01.2015 - Current
- Source and execute Global Fund Placement contracts across Europe, the United States and Asia/Pacific.
- Experienced in Private Equity/VC, Infrastructure, Real Estate, and Credit strategies.
- Experienced in co-investments, direct investments, parallel portfolios, SPACs/PIPEs and customized solutions.
- Strong network of LP relationships including FOs and institutional investors in Europe, US and Asia.
- Involved in raising capital to over 60 Fund Managers world-wide.
- Lead, execute and manage the funding process from inception until completion.
- Monitored office workflow and administrative processes to keep operations running smoothly.
- Oversaw operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.
Managing Director
True Alpha Capital
01.2014 - 12.2014
- Head of Investor Relations/Partner in a Global Currency Hedge Fund based in Madrid.
- Monitored and coordinated workflows to optimize resources.
- Spearheaded successful business development initiatives aligned with company's strategy and core competencies.
Executive Director
BBVA
01.2010 - 12.2013
- Global Head of SWFs and Pension Funds
- Managed the bank's relationship across large scale Infrastructure projects in Europe and Latin America (+$2-3 billion USD)
- Founding member of setting-up FIG and Financial Sponsors Group at BBVA.
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- Developed and implemented organizational strategies to achieve set goals and objectives and secured long-term success.
- Drove strategic improvements to enhance operational and organizational efficiencies.
- Developed strategic partnerships with key stakeholders to expand the organization''s reach and influence.
Managing Director
Swiss Risk Asset Management
02.2006 - 12.2009
- Fin-tech firm specialised in selling financial software to the Banking and Family Office industry across Europe (Switzerland/Benelux)
- Involved with the CEO in establishing the Asset Management Platform for the company.
- Monitored and coordinated workflows to optimize resources. Managed Quant team in Zurich.
- Strengthened client relationships with regular communication, timely project delivery, and high-quality services.
- Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue and effectively targeting new markets.
Managing Director
Capital Management Group
01.2001 - 11.2005
- M&A Advisory boutique set-up to provide advisory services for cross-border transactions between Spain and Latin America.
- Monitored and coordinated workflows to optimize resources.
- Led change and transformation across business areas to deliver benefits and align company resources.
Executive Director
Santander Investment
02.1996 - 11.2000
- Head of institutional sales before moving to M&A to set-up structured derivative sales group.
- Built relationships with institutional investors across Western Europe.
- Developed and implemented organizational strategies to achieve set goals and objectives and secured long-term success.
- Monitored industry trends closely enabling the organization to stay ahead of emerging challenges or opportunities.
Director
Lehman Brothers
01.1994 - 01.1996
- Head of Sales (Fixed Income and Derivatives) for Southern Europe.
- Established departmental performance goals and provided feedback for underperforming areas.
- Monitored and coordinated workflows to optimize resources.
- Assisted with sales and marketing strategies to foster achievement of revenue goals.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
Associate
Bankers Trust
02.1991 - 01.1994
- Associate within the Investor Sales Group
- Training at Bankers Trust New York.
- Prioritized tasks to meet tight deadlines, pitching in to assist others with project duties.
- Generated sales reports and presentations for senior management.
Education
MBA -
Australian Graduate School of Management
10.1990
Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering (Honours) -
University of New South Wales
10.1985
Skills
- Analytical Skills
- Communication
- Management
- Team Player
- Leadership
- Effective Time Management
- Teamwork Skills
- Budget Management
- Negotiation
- Business Administration
- Client Relationships
- Business Planning
- Business Development
- Team Collaboration
- Sales Strategy
- Team Building
- Leadership Development
- International Expansion
Languages
Spanish
English
Personal
Married to Spanish National with two daughters. Australian Citizen with European Residency.
Timeline
Managing Director
Cohen Brothers
01.2015 - Current
Managing Director
True Alpha Capital
01.2014 - 12.2014
Executive Director
BBVA
01.2010 - 12.2013
Managing Director
Swiss Risk Asset Management
02.2006 - 12.2009
Managing Director
Capital Management Group
01.2001 - 11.2005
Executive Director
Santander Investment
02.1996 - 11.2000
Director
Lehman Brothers
01.1994 - 01.1996
Associate
Bankers Trust
02.1991 - 01.1994
MBA -
Australian Graduate School of Management
Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering (Honours) -
University of New South Wales
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