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LONDON, Feb. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- PEI Group, the leading source of data and intelligence for investment professionals across private markets, today announces that Edouard Tavernier will succeed Tim McLoughlin as Chief Executive Officer, with immediate effect.
Edouard joins PEI Group from S&P Global, where he most recently served as President of S&P Global Mobility and led the transformation of the business into the leading data and analytics provider to the global automotive industry, with revenues of $1.8 billion in 2025. He brings deep experience of building and scaling information and technology businesses, driving product-led organic growth and executing strategic acquisitions across global markets.
PEI Group has become the largest independent provider of intelligence and connections to the global private-markets community, serving GPs, LPs and service providers alike. PEI Group's unique combination of proprietary data assets, insight and analysis has delivered sustained growth across private equity, private credit, real estate, infrastructure and secondaries through the company's stable of high-renewal subscription products and sector-defining events and networks.
Commenting on the transition, Tim said:
"I am immensely proud of what the team at PEI Group has achieved together. We have built a scale business of powerful reach and influence. PEI 's clear purpose is to inform and connect global investment professionals – to enable their success. It will be exciting to see the next chapter unfold under Edouard's leadership and I welcome him with great confidence in a Company strongly poised for continued impressive growth."
Reflecting on his appointment, Edouard commented:
"As private markets continue to grow in scale, complexity and importance, proprietary data and insights have never been more critical. PEI Group plays a vital role in enabling the private markets ecosystem and connecting industry stakeholders, and I am thrilled to join the team to accelerate the development of new products and capabilities for our customers."
Representing the board, Charles Welham, partner at Bridgepoint, commented: "Edouard brings strategic and leadership capabilities that will be critical to the next stage of PEI Group's journey, and I am excited to see where he and the team can take the business. I would like to thank Tim for his outstanding leadership and commitment to PEI Group over the past seven years of Bridgepoint ownership."
Henry Elkington, Chairman of the board, added: "I am delighted to welcome Edouard to PEI Group. The continued growth of private markets creates the need for timely data, insights and connections. Edouard's experience will enable him to accelerate the business, building on the incredible foundations that Tim has delivered."
Tim McLoughlin will continue to serve on the PEI Board as a non-executive director.
About PEI Group
PEI Group is a leading business intelligence company backed by Bridgepoint Group. Our mission is to connect investment professionals with critical market insights and networking opportunities across global specialized markets. Our 17 premium data and analysis brands support knowledge and decision making for 30,000 investors, managers and service providers. Our five membership networks serve 6,500 members, and we host more than 16,000 guests at 40+ conferences and events around the world.
LONDON, Feb. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- PEI Group, the leading source of data and intelligence for investment professionals across private markets, today announces that Edouard Tavernier will succeed Tim McLoughlin as Chief Executive Officer, with immediate effect.
Edouard joins PEI Group from S&P Global, where he most recently served as President of S&P Global Mobility and led the transformation of the business into the leading data and analytics provider to the global automotive industry, with revenues of $1.8 billion in 2025. He brings deep experience of building and scaling information and technology businesses, driving product-led organic growth and executing strategic acquisitions across global markets.
PEI Group has become the largest independent provider of intelligence and connections to the global private-markets community, serving GPs, LPs and service providers alike. PEI Group's unique combination of proprietary data assets, insight and analysis has delivered sustained growth across private equity, private credit, real estate, infrastructure and secondaries through the company's stable of high-renewal subscription products and sector-defining events and networks.
Commenting on the transition, Tim said:
"I am immensely proud of what the team at PEI Group has achieved together. We have built a scale business of powerful reach and influence. PEI 's clear purpose is to inform and connect global investment professionals – to enable their success. It will be exciting to see the next chapter unfold under Edouard's leadership and I welcome him with great confidence in a Company strongly poised for continued impressive growth."
Reflecting on his appointment, Edouard commented:
"As private markets continue to grow in scale, complexity and importance, proprietary data and insights have never been more critical. PEI Group plays a vital role in enabling the private markets ecosystem and connecting industry stakeholders, and I am thrilled to join the team to accelerate the development of new products and capabilities for our customers."
Representing the board, Charles Welham, partner at Bridgepoint, commented: "Edouard brings strategic and leadership capabilities that will be critical to the next stage of PEI Group's journey, and I am excited to see where he and the team can take the business. I would like to thank Tim for his outstanding leadership and commitment to PEI Group over the past seven years of Bridgepoint ownership."
Henry Elkington, Chairman of the board, added: "I am delighted to welcome Edouard to PEI Group. The continued growth of private markets creates the need for timely data, insights and connections. Edouard's experience will enable him to accelerate the business, building on the incredible foundations that Tim has delivered."
Tim McLoughlin will continue to serve on the PEI Board as a non-executive director.
About PEI Group
PEI Group is a leading business intelligence company backed by Bridgepoint Group. Our mission is to connect investment professionals with critical market insights and networking opportunities across global specialized markets. Our 17 premium data and analysis brands support knowledge and decision making for 30,000 investors, managers and service providers. Our five membership networks serve 6,500 members, and we host more than 16,000 guests at 40+ conferences and events around the world.
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Edouard Tavernier appointed Chief Executive Officer of PEI Group
SHANGHAI, April 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- From April 2 to 31, the Assembly Character Toys brand Blokees made its debut at the 2026 Thailand Toy Expo. Blokees unveiled its two major categories — Blokees Model Kits and Blokees Wheels, highlighting a diverse product matrix of more than 300 products across 17 globally recognized IPs, including Ultraman, Transformers, DC, Evangelion, Naruto, Minions, Jurassic World, Hatsune Miku, and Hero Infinity. Four new model kits also made their global debut, emerging as key highlights of the event.
Mario Maurer attended the opening ceremony of Blokees Thailand Toy Expo as a special guest and engaged in interactive exchanges with consumers.
In the Blokees Model Kits category, Blokees exhibited its Champion, Legend, and Fantastic Series, featuring popular IPs such as Transformers, DC, Mega Man, Saint Seiya, Evangelion, and Naruto. More than 50 products were presented to consumers. Among them, four newly launched items—including Blokees Saint Seiya-Champion Class-12-Phoenix Ikki, Blokees Saint Seiya-Champion Class-14-Andromeda Shun, Blokees DC-Champion Class 05-Batman (HUSH), and Blokees DC-Champion Class 06-Catwoman (Hush)—drew strong interest from fans.
Blokees also highlighted its HERO5 and HERO10 series, featuring well-known IPs including Transformers, Saint Seiya, and Naruto, catering to consumers of hero-themed collectible models.
The DaaLaMode series introduced a range of products inspired by popular IPs such as Hatsune Miku, appealing to female consumers. Meanwhile, the TERRAVENTURE series presented nature and creature-themed model kits based on Jurassic World, further expanding Blokees' offerings across different consumer segments.
In the Blokees Wheels category, which integrates construction, play, and customization, products are organized into the C, E, and S series. The lineup includes IP-based offerings from Transformers, Ultraman, and Batman, with upcoming collaborations featuring Fast & Furious and Ford.
In addition, Blokees highlighted its global consumer ecosystem, BFC (Blokees Family Creator). Selected works from 2025 The 3rd BFC Creation Contest Stellar Season were exhibited in Thailand for the first time, reflecting strong user creativity and engagement. 2026 The 4th BFC Creation Contest Season of Awakening has officially launched, further encouraging global participation.
Under its "Universally appealing, Stepwise pricing, Globally promoting" strategy, Blokees continues to expand across Southeast Asia, Europe, North America, and Latin America. Thailand is rapidly becoming a strategic hub in its regional expansion, as the company strengthens both product innovation and community-driven growth worldwide.
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Blokees made its debut at 2026 Thailand Toy Expo, exhibiting multiple products
