The **LA Times Studios** is inviting nominations for the 2026 Private Equity and M&A Industry Visionaries. This initiative aims to honor influential leaders in the biotech and pharmaceutical sectors, recognizing their significant contributions to business growth and innovation.
Professionals involved in funding, strategic guidance, or advisory services within the mergers, acquisitions, and private equity landscape are eligible for nomination. This includes private equity and venture capital investors, bankers, lenders, and professional service advisors such as lawyers and accountants. Nominees must be based in **California**, and firms can submit up to three individuals for consideration.
The selection process will be conducted by the executive committee at LA Times Studios, which will evaluate nominees based on several criteria. These include notable achievements within the past 12 to 24 months, a consistent demonstration of strong leadership throughout their careers, and their overall impact on their organizations and the industry. Additional factors will include community involvement and board memberships that reflect the nominee’s leadership beyond their workplace.
The visionaries selected will be highlighted in the **August 2026** edition of the Business by LA Times Studios magazine, which will be distributed alongside the **L.A. Times** newspaper. There are no fees associated with the nomination process; however, due to limited publication space, only three individuals from each firm will be profiled.
Nominations must adhere to the stipulation that all candidates work in California. Interested parties can reach out to **Karren Adamyan** at 347-8673 or via email at [email protected] for any submission-related queries.
Submissions are encouraged to be made early, as the LA Times Studios team will not be able to amend nomination forms once they have been submitted. All information provided will be subject to editing prior to publication, and nominees should refrain from including confidential details. Selected individuals will be notified approximately 45 days before the publication date.
This initiative offers a unique opportunity to showcase leaders who are shaping the future of the private equity and M&A sectors. Those interested in nominating a visionary can use the designated form provided by LA Times Studios.
