Stuart McAlpine
2026 ALI Fellow

Stuart McAlpine brings to ALI a distinguished career in private equity, investment leadership, and corporate governance. Over nearly three decades at Cinven, one of Europe’s largest private equity firms, he played a pivotal role in shaping its global success. As managing partner from 2015 to 2024, Stuart led Cinven’s strategic expansion, launching new investment products, overseeing record-breaking fundraises, and driving international growth. Throughout his tenure, he spearheaded high-performing investments while also prioritizing diversity and talent development within the firm.

Beyond the private sector, Stuart has been deeply involved in education and sustainability initiatives. He served on the University of Glasgow’s Development Board, contributing to a major campus expansion fundraising effort, and was an active member of the Private Equity Sustainable Markets Initiative, working to integrate climate-conscious investment strategies.