Jean Rene Hartpence

Managing Director
Paris Mergers & Acquisitions Aerospace & Defense | Chemicals | Industrials +33 (0) 1 53 53 18 21
Utilizing our global and integrated reach, I proactively provide clients with international expansion opportunities.
Who We Are / Our People / Jean Rene Hartpence

For more than 30 years, Jean-René has advised companies on cross-border mergers and acquisitions, corporate divestitures, leveraged buyouts, managed buyouts and joint-ventures. With extensive expertise in complex transatlantic and intra-European cross-border transactions, Jean-René actively positions French corporations, privately owned businesses and private equity groups aboard.

Jean-René has widespread experience advising companies in the industrials sector, specifically aerospace and defense and chemicals sourcing. His deep understanding of the business drivers within these sectors allows him to best position these companies for sale. Through his international work, Jean-René has established relationships with large multinational companies in this space.

Prior to joining Lincoln and helping to establish its presence in France, Jean-René founded Canec International, where he carried out transatlantic transactions across industries. Previously, he held management positions for Remy Cointreau and Andres Wines. He started his career in corporate banking at JP Morgan.

Jean-René is a graduate of Ecole Polytechnique de Paris.

Recent Transactions in Aerospace & Defense

Sverica has agreed to sell Dexmet to PPG

Lincoln is pleased to announce that Sverica Capital Management has agreed to sell Dexmet Corporation to PPG Industries, Inc. (NYSE:PPG)

Aerospace & Defense
LISI Indraero Aviagroup Quantum 2019

Lincoln International is pleased to announce the sale of all shares of Lisi Aerospace's two subsidiaries, Indraero Siren and Lisi Aerospace Creuzet Marocto, to a fund managed by Quantum Capital Partners

Aerospace & Defense | Industrials
Daher announces its acquisition of Quest Aircraft Company, becoming a Franco-American aircraft manufacturer

Lincoln International is pleased to announce that Daher entered into an agreement for the planned acquisition of Quest Aircraft Company

Aerospace & Defense

Lincoln International is pleased to announce that Wilson HEC, LLC has sold Hydra-Electric Company to Loar Group

Aerospace & Defense

Lincoln is pleased to announce that AIM Aerospace, a portfolio company of Liberty Hall Capital Partners, has executed a definitive agreement to be sold to Sekisui Chemical Group (TYO:4204) for $510 million in cash, subject to customary adjustments; the transaction is expected to close in the second half of 2019

Aerospace & Defense
Collins Aerospace has sold N2 Imaging Systems to Cornerstone Capital Holdings

Lincoln International is pleased to announce that Collins Aerospace has sold N2 Imaging Systems to Cornerstone Capital Holdings

Aerospace & Defense
Strength Capital Main Post Arch Jordan 2019

Lincoln International advises Strength Capital Partners and Main Post Partners in the sale of ARCH Global Precision to The Jordan Company

Aerospace & Defense
Prikos & Becker, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Blackland Group, has been sold to Consolidated Aerospace Manufacturing

Lincoln International is pleased to announce the sale of Prikos & Becker, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Blackland Group, to Consolidated Aerospace Manufacturing

Aerospace & Defense
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Meet our Senior Team

My primary focus is on providing innovative and strategic advice to my clients and developing long-term relationships.

Razmig Arzoumanian

Managing Director

New York

I provide professionalism, proactiveness and reliability in supporting my clients to help them achieve their strategic objectives.

Gianluca Banfi

Managing Director

Milan

I am a rigorous advocate for my clients with a hands-on, communicative approach, focused on delivering intense advocacy and outlier results.

Sean Bennis

Managing Director

Chicago

I have a long-term presence in the sector and bring deep industry knowledge to lead my clients to successful outcomes.

Teresa Clegg

Managing Director

London

All forms of construction are very interesting to me and I utilize my passion and knowledge of the industry to drive success for my clients.

Jeffrey Corum

Managing Director

Chicago

Building long-term relationships is key for me personally – I want to be the advisor of trust for my clients.

Michael Drill

Managing Director | CEO Germany

Frankfurt

Martina Ecker
I enjoy the opportunity to directly participate in the technology revolution by providing my clients with strong industry understanding and real insight into buyer strategies.

Martina Ecker

Managing Director

Frankfurt

Estrangin Geraud
Creating an atmosphere and sharing sector knowledge and expertise while providing access to international, strategic players for my clients is my day-to-day objective.

Géraud Estrangin

Managing Director

Paris

Ben Farris
I thrive on creating markets for great businesses and helping secure outstanding outcomes for sellers and their management teams.

Ben Farris

Managing Director

Chicago

I appreciate that each client is diverse with different products, business models, technologies and end markets. I remain steadfast to being a trustworthy advisor and driving dynamic processes.

Richard Floto

Managing Director

Frankfurt

Establishing trust and confidence is paramount to a lasting relationship.

Rommel Franco

Managing Director

Madrid

I strive to be professional, honest and hard-working. By helping clients execute strategic M&A transactions, I am contributing to making the world better.

Tetsuya Fujii

Managing Director | CEO Japan

Tokyo

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