Illume Partners LLC is a specialized consulting firm dedicated to providing comprehensive operational due diligence services to the investment industry. The company focuses on evaluating operational risks across various investment vehicles, including hedge funds, private equity, and real estate, aiming to enhance transparency and mitigate potential risks for investors.
Key Strategic Focus
Illume Partners LLC's strategic focus centers on delivering in-depth operational due diligence services. The firm specializes in assessing operational risks associated with diverse investment vehicles, such as hedge funds, private equity, and real estate. By leveraging the extensive experience of its founders, Illume Partners aims to provide clients with thorough evaluations to enhance transparency and mitigate potential risks in their investment portfolios.
Leadership Team
The leadership team at Illume Partners LLC comprises seasoned professionals with extensive experience in operational due diligence and the investment sector:
- Brad Stehle, Co-Founder: Prior to co-founding Illume Partners, Brad served as Managing Director and Head of Operational Due Diligence at StepStone Group Inc., overseeing a vast array of asset managers and funds across private and liquid markets. His career spans over two decades, including roles at Shadmoor Advisors, Unigestion SA, and Citigroup. Brad holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance from Seton Hall University.
- John Ward, Co-Founder: Before establishing Illume Partners, John was a Managing Director and Head of the Operational Due Diligence practice at Kroll, LLC, specializing in evaluating operational risks across various investment platforms. His clientele included sovereign funds, endowments, foundations, pension plans, family offices, and high-net-worth investors. John holds a B.A. in Finance and Marketing from the University of Florida and is a Certified Due Diligence Analyst (CDDA). He also serves as a Board Member of the Investment Management Due Diligence Association (IMDDA).
- Paul Roth, Co-Founder: Paul's career in operational due diligence includes serving as Senior Director of Operational Due Diligence at Texas Permanent School Fund and leading risk management services for the Delaware Public Employee's Retirement System through TBV Advisors. His experience also encompasses roles at Analytical Research USA Inc., KBC Financial Products, Citigroup, Bear Stearns, and Nat West Financial Markets. Paul is a Certified Due Diligence Analyst, a registered CFA, and holds CAIA and RIMS-CRMP designations. He earned an MBA from the Thunderbird School of Global Management and a BA from Northwestern University.
