Piedmont Fund Services was proud to serve as a sponsor of the 6th Annual CFO & COO Private Equity New York event, hosted by LPGP Connect on November 20, 2025, at 48 Wall Street. The event brought together more than 250 senior finance and operations professionals from across the private equity industry for a day of discussion, insight-sharing, and networking.
As one of the industry’s premier CFO and COO gatherings, the conference focused on the most pressing operational challenges and emerging trends shaping today’s private equity landscape. Topics included fund administration, valuations, audits, talent management, operational efficiency, and the growing role of technology in back-office performance.
Keynote Presentation: Redefining Fund Administration Through Technology
As part of the event program, Ian Asvakovith, President & CEO of Piedmont, delivered a keynote presentation titled: “How Fund Administration and Technology Are Being Redefined to Reduce Transaction Friction and Elevate the Investor Experience.”
During the session, Ian shared Piedmont’s perspective on how modern fund administrators must evolve beyond traditional workflows by combining innovative technology with deep operational expertise and exceptional service. Drawing on Piedmont’s 20-year journey, the presentation highlighted how purpose-built platforms—such as Piedmont’s proprietary Opéra technology—are helping fund managers streamline processes, improve transparency, and deliver a more seamless experience for both clients and investors.
Looking Ahead
Piedmont is grateful for the opportunity to sponsor and participate in this important industry forum. We value the meaningful conversations and connections made during the event and look forward to continuing the dialogue with fund managers and industry partners as we work together to redefine the standard of fund administration.
We appreciate everyone who stopped by our booth, attended the spotlight session, and engaged with our team. We look forward to seeing many of you again at future industry events.
Piedmont was represented by members of its leadership team at this event, including:
- Ian Asvakovith, President & CEO
- Mina Ringler, Chief Operating Officer
- Keith Hladek, President of Piedmont Credit Services
- Tony DiPietro, Managing Director of Client Relations
- Howard Bloom, Managing Director of Business Development