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Aeqor Partners is a SF established with the mission of acquiring and leading an SME in Italy. With a wealth of experience and a shared passion for entrepreneurship, technology, and business transformation, Federico Usai and Derin Sonmez, the dynamic duo behind Aeqor Partners, are focusing on family-owned businesses facing generational transition challenges. 17 International investors backing their search include serial investors such as Moonbase Capital, Cabiedes Inversiones, Search Capital Partners, SFClub, Secways, Vito Giurazza, Yves Warnant and Alexander de Luca, among others.
Federico has an impressive background in aerospace engineering, having worked on cutting-edge technologies in both the aerospace and automotive industries. His technical expertise is complemented by leadership roles in innovation projects. He holds an MBA from INSEAD, where he honed his business acumen and strategic thinking. His passion for philosophy and robotics reflects his forward-thinking approach, making him a visionary leader capable of steering an SME through complex challenges and into a prosperous future.
Derin’s global experience is equally remarkable, with a strong foundation in the automotive sector, focusing on product development and AI applications. His entrepreneurial spirit is evident in the 3 companies he co-founded, where he blended design, business, and technology to create successful ventures. Like Federico, Derin also earned an MBA from INSEAD, underscoring his strong business fundamentals and strategic mindset. Derin’s holistic approach to business, combining creativity with technical expertise, makes him a key asset in the search fund’s mission.
Aeqor Partners sees an opportunity to inject fresh leadership and innovation into a company in traditional sectors with potential for technological enhancement, a strong market position, stable cash flows, and a committed workforce. Their aim is to sustain the company’s long-term vision while introducing modern management practices and exploring new growth avenues, including international expansion.
