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Private equity firm Onex has appointed both David Hirsch and Tawfiq Popatia to the role of managing director.
Hirsch joined Onex in 2003 and has worked on numerous Onex transactions, including Spirit AeroSystems. In 2012, he relocated to the London office to focus on European investment opportunities. Prior to joining Onex, Hirsch worked at J.P. Morgan Partners and CIBC World Markets.
Popatia joined Onex in 2007 and recently led Onex’s investment in BBAM in the aircraft leasing sector. He will continue to manage the firm’s efforts in transportation-focused industries from the Toronto office. Prior to joining Onex, Popatia worked at Hellman & Friedman and Morgan Stanley.
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