ATAR CAPITAL - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- RETAIL, E - COMMERCE, BRANDING & DISTRIBUTION
Adam Ingrao brings to Microcel proven expertise in driving growth and expansion across new channels of business from his numerous leadership roles at Reebok, Ralph Lauren and the NFL. Most recently, Ingrao held the position of senior vice president of sales and strategy for Dorel Sports, a division of Dorel Industries, Inc, owners of a portfolio of global bicycle brands, including Cannondale, GT and Schwinn.
Keypoint Intelligence (KPI), the industry's most trusted resource for unbiased information, analysis and awards, announced on July 7th, 2021, that Anthony Sci has joined the company as president and CEO.
Bill Boyer is a Senior Advisor to Atar Capital, where he focuses on the Energy, Oil & Gas sectors. Bill currently serves on the Board of Frontier Integrity Solutions, the leader in oil and gas mid-stream pipeline inspection services.
Job Titles:
- COO
- WinCup in 2016 As Senior Vice President of Operations
Brad Laporte joined WinCup in 2016 as Senior Vice President of Operations. In 2019 Brad was promoted to COO and ultimately was named CEO in 2020.
Job Titles:
- Advisor
- Founder
- Managing Partner
- Member of the Leadership Team
Cyrus Nikou is our founder and managing partner. He launched Atar Capital in 2016 as a premier lower-middle market private investment firm focused on socially responsible investing and sustainable solutions to the world's most challenging problems. As a father of two and a believer in humanity's fundamental goodness, Cyrus believes in making smart, targeted investments for the benefit of future generations.
In his work at Atar, Cyrus has the privilege of serving that vision every day. His duties include advising and overseeing the firm's mergers and acquisitions, corporate development activities, and general operations.
Cyrus also serves as an advisor for several companies in the Atar Capital portfolio, including WinCup Corporation, Pathways Health & Community Support, Keypoint Intelligence, Frontier Integrity Services, and Solero Technologies. Those companies comprise just part of Atar's global holdings, which span a dozen companies with combined annual revenues of $1.5 billion and more than 13,000 employees around the world.
Although his day-to-day work at Atar keeps him busy, Cyrus also believes in devoting significant time and resources to nonprofit and community-building organizations. He is proud to support the I Have a Dream Foundation, Upward Bound House, and Los Angeles Children's Hospital, among other charities. He is a member of the board of The Sierra Canyon School.
Cyrus' prior executive experience in the private equity industry includes a seven-year engagement as co-founder and managing partner of Revolution Capital Group, where he helped lead the deal origination team and oversaw the firm's day-to-day operations. Originally from British Columbia, he earned his bachelor's degree in business administration and corporate finance from the Marshall School of Business at the University of Southern California.
When he's not working or giving back to the community, Cyrus loves golfing, traveling, and spending time with his young family.
Dr. Donald R. James is a CEO, board member, automotive Executive President and strategic global business leader with over 24 years of experience in the automotive industry. He has boosted bottom-line results in complex manufacturing, technological and distribution industries, both domestically and abroad.
Jill Winters joined Pathways/Pathways at Work as CEO in 2018; and is a senior advisor on the healthcare industry to Atar Capital. Jill is an experienced healthcare management executive and held positions of increased responsibility over 20 years at UnitedHealthcare, serving as President of its Medicare and Retirement Central Region as well as Chief Field Executive Officer of its Medicare Solutions Business.
Keyth Pengal joined Frontier Integrity Solutions (FIS) as CEO in 2017; and is a senior advisor to Atar Capital. Keyth focuses on evaluating the operating needs of Frontier Integrity Solutions and directs continuous improvement opportunities, due diligence and operational oversight of the company's advanced business model.
Job Titles:
- Senior Advisor to
- TECHNOLOGY & DIGITAL MEDIA / CEO
Manu Kaushish is a Senior Advisor to Atar Capital where he focuses on the Technology, Telecom, Media and Business Services sectors. Manu is a technology entrepreneur who has worked with startups and public companies to create, build and grow scalable Internet & Media businesses
Ramzi Hermiz is an experienced global leader, trusted transformational advisor and environmental advocate. Hermiz has served as President, CEO and Board Director for public and private companies, as well as numerous philanthropic organizations. He has been featured on Bloomberg's Daybreak Americas and named EY Entrepreneur of the Year.
Job Titles:
- RETAIL, E - COMMERCE, BRANDING & CONSUMER PRODUCTS
Ryan is a Senior Advisor to Atar Capital, where he focuses on the Retail, Consumer Goods and Branding sectors.
Job Titles:
- Managing Director
- Member of the Leadership Team
As the Chief Executive Officer of Pathways Health and Community Support, Steve Wigginton is a dynamic leader with a deep commitment to transforming the landscape of healthcare and human services. His appointment in 2023 marked the beginning of an ambitious era for Pathways, characterized by innovative strategies and impactful growth.
Job Titles:
- Director
- Head of Business Development
- Managing Director
- Member of the Leadership Team
- Business Development