NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Private Equity Women Investor Network (“PEWIN”), the preeminent organization for senior-level women in private equity, today announced the winners of its 2024 Annual LP/GP Awards in six categories.
The PEWIN Annual LP/GP Awards recognize outstanding organizations who are transforming the private equity industry by advancing gender equity within their firms and across the global ecosystem. Organizations are nominated by PEWIN members and voted on by the organization’s leadership.
Award Recipients
- Female-Founded/Led Emerging Firm of the Year: Aruwa Capital
- Female-Founded/Led Established Firm of the Year: 1315 Capital
- North American Limited Partner of the Year: Hamilton Lane
- International Limited Partner of the Year: Japan Investment Corporation
- North American General Partner of the Year: Trilantic North America
- International General Partner of the Year: Coller Capital
PEWIN also announced its Member of the Year, Sarah Favaro, Director of Investments, Sawdust Investment Management Corp. The award recognizes an individual who has continued to dedicate time, effort and resources to supporting PEWIN’s growth, mission and community throughout the year.
“At a time when gender equity efforts are facing new headwinds, we are committed to recognizing the positive forces that are impacting our industry and taking steps towards a future where more women lead the way,” said Dana Johns, Board Chair, PEWIN. “The 2024 awards recipients have moved the needle through their policies, procedures, investment initiatives and educational efforts. We applaud their steadfast dedication to advancing gender diversity and thank them for their contributions to sustaining this critical movement.”
The recipients will be celebrated at an awards presentation during PEWIN Pinnacle, the organization's sold-out annual members meeting to be held on September 10, 2024, in New York City.
About Private Equity Women Investor Network
Private Equity Women Investor Network (PEWIN) is the preeminent organization for senior-level women investment professionals in private equity, venture capital and private credit. The organization provides its members with opportunities to network, share investment ideas, and pursue initiatives to unite, empower and advance female leaders in our industry. With global membership exceeding 1300 women across 14 chapters worldwide, PEWIN represents more than $3 trillion USD in assets under management. To learn more, please visit https://www.pewin.org/.
