DigitalBridge Appoints Matt Evans as Head of Europe
October 14 2021 - 6:55AM
Business Wire
Brings Strong Track Record of Successfully
Executing Transactions in the Digital Infrastructure Sector
DigitalBridge Group, Inc. (NYSE: DBRG) (“DigitalBridge” or the
“Company”) today announced the appointment, effective as of mid
November, of Matthew Evans as Managing Director, Head of Europe,
overseeing the growth of the Company’s European investment
management business.
Mr. Evans is a highly experienced global infrastructure
investor, bringing more than two decades of relevant industry and
transaction expertise to DigitalBridge. During his nine-year tenure
at AMP Capital, he was responsible for all investments in the
digital infrastructure sector and successfully led the acquisitions
of Axion, eNet, Everstream, Expedient and Towercom, among
others.
In his new role, Mr. Evans will work alongside the existing
DigitalBridge European team with a focus on the origination of new
investment opportunities in the European market as well as lending
his expertise to provide ongoing support for DigitalBridge’s
existing investments.
“I am pleased to welcome an executive of Matt’s caliber to lead
DigitalBridge’s European efforts,” said Marc Ganzi, Chief Executive
Officer of DigitalBridge. “Matt has an impressive track record in
global digital infrastructure investment, and we are confident in
his ability to support the significant growth of our portfolio and
further develop our footprint.”
“I am excited to be joining the DigitalBridge team at such a
pivotal time,” said Mr. Evans. “I have long admired DigitalBridge’s
strong reputation across the digital infrastructure landscape and
look forward to working closely with this talented team as the
Company continues to extend its reach across the European
market.”
About Matt Evans
Mr. Evans brings more than two decades of experience in global
infrastructure investment. He most recently served as Global Head
of Digital Infrastructure, Co-Head of Origination and Co-Head of
Europe at AMP Capital. During his tenure, he was responsible for
the firm’s successful investments including Axion, Expedient,
Everstream Solutions, eNet and Towercom. Before joining AMP Capital
in 2013, Mr. Evans spent 14 years at Macquarie Capital Advisors in
various roles of increasing responsibility, most recently as
Managing Director of the Telecoms, Media, Entertainment and
Technology Group in EMEA. Mr. Evans has a Bachelor of Science
degree and a Bachelor of Arts with Honours from the University of
Waikato in New Zealand.
About DigitalBridge
DigitalBridge (NYSE: DBRG) is a leading global digital
infrastructure REIT. With a heritage of over 25 years investing in
and operating businesses across the digital ecosystem including
cell towers, data centers, fiber, small cells, and edge
infrastructure, the DigitalBridge team manages a $35 billion
portfolio of digital infrastructure assets on behalf of its limited
partners and shareholders. Headquartered in Boca Raton,
DigitalBridge has key offices in Los Angeles, New York, London, and
Singapore.
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