Sylvain Fortier Joins Long Harbour as Senior Advisor
Investor - People | May 21, 2025 | Long Harbour Ltd
Long Harbour Ltd., a private equity firm, has appointed Sylvain Fortier as Senior Advisor. Fortier, with over three decades of experience in the real estate investment sector, is expected to bolster Long Harbour's strategic growth and governance. He is recognized for his previous work at Ivanhoe Cambridge, where he managed a global real estate portfolio. Following Long Harbour's upcoming Management Buyout, Fortier is set to join the firm's board as a Non-Executive Director. The firm is also considering an additional board appointment in late 2025. His expertise will be pivotal in enhancing Long Harbour’s focus on the living sector, as the firm continues to expand.
Sectors
- Real Estate Investment
- Private Equity
Geography
- United Kingdom – Long Harbour Ltd. is based in the United Kingdom and the developments discussed impact its operations.
- Canada – Sylvain Fortier is currently associated with a Canadian REIT and has previous extensive experience in the Canadian real estate market.
Industry
- Real Estate Investment – The appointment of Sylvain Fortier, coupled with his extensive background in real estate investment, underlines the strategic focus of Long Harbour in this industry.
- Private Equity – Long Harbour Ltd. is a private equity firm, and the appointment is part of its strategic management and governance expansion.
Financials
- $20B – Previously managed global residential business size by Sylvain Fortier at Ivanhoe Cambridge.
- C$75 billion – Value of the real estate portfolio overseen by Sylvain Fortier at Ivanhoe Cambridge.
Participants
| Name | Role | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Long Harbour Ltd. | Private Equity Firm | Company | Long Harbour is a private equity firm focused on real estate investment. |
| Sylvain Fortier | Appointee and future Non-Executive Director | Person | Sylvain Fortier, with extensive experience in real estate investment, is appointed as a Senior Advisor to Long Harbour. |
| William Astor | CEO | Person | William Astor is the CEO of Long Harbour, overseeing strategic decisions and appointments. |
| M7 Real Estate | Chairman and Non-Executive Director | Company | Sylvain Fortier holds these positions at M7 Real Estate. |