O2 Investment Partners (www.o2investment.com) announced today the appointment of Shahbaz Virk as the firm’s newest Associate. Luke Plumpton announced the addition saying, “We’re excited to welcome Shahbaz to O2. His deal execution experience and shared values make him a strong addition to our team. We look forward to his contributions as we support our portfolio companies and pursue new investments in Fund V.”

In his new role, Shahbaz will be responsible for evaluating new investment opportunities, due diligence, underwriting, and collaborating with O2’s portfolio companies.

Prior to joining O2, Shahbaz was an Investment Banking Associate at Stifel, Nicolaus, & Company. He worked in the Diversified Services group, advising clients on mergers and acquisitions. Shahbaz graduated with honors from the University of Maryland and holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Finance and International Business.

About O2 Investment Partners
O2 Investment Partners is a Midwestern-based private equity firm that seeks to acquire majority interests in lower middle market niche services, technology, and select industrial companies. The firm invests in businesses with earnings growth potential and a clear path to the creation of shareholder value. O2 invests with a view toward partnering with management to build and grow the business and take it to its next stage of development. This requires not only a clear vision and strategic plan to create shareholder value, but a close partnership and alignment of interest with management. Additional information is available at www.o2investment.com

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