NEW YORK, Feb. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Welsh, Carson, Anderson & Stowe (WCAS), a leading private equity firm specializing in the technology and healthcare industries, is pleased to announce the addition of two new Operating Partners: Dennis Dresser and Anne Maloney. Their expertise in go-to-market strategy, operational excellence, and talent leadership further strengthens WCAS's Resources Group, reinforcing the firm's commitment to providing best-in-class support to its portfolio companies.

"The addition of Dennis and Anne to our Operating Partner team reflects our continued investment in top talent to support our portfolio companies in driving growth and value creation," said D. Scott Mackesy, Managing Partner at WCAS. "Their expertise in scaling businesses, optimizing go-to-market strategies, and building strong organizational cultures will be invaluable to our investment team and portfolio executives. WCAS remains committed to ensuring our portfolio companies have the resources and support they need to succeed in today's market."

Dennis Dresser is a go-to-market and operational strategy expert with over two decades of experience as Chief Revenue Officer at Anaplan, Dialpad, and Heap, as well as a multi-time Operating Advisor to private equity firms. He has helped SaaS companies drive revenue acceleration, sales efficiency, and strategic growth initiatives. Known for his collaborative approach, Dennis has been a trusted advisor to executives across the software sector.

Anne Maloney is a seasoned HR and business leader with expertise in aligning strategy, talent, and culture to accelerate growth. Most recently, she led people strategy at Shields Health Solutions, a leader in hospital-owned specialty pharmacy programs, where she helped build a culture that drove successful outcomes for patients, partners, and the organization. Prior to Shields, Anne held multiple HR leadership roles at ARAMARK, supporting the development of high-performing teams.

The addition of Dennis and Anne reinforces WCAS's commitment to delivering strategic expertise and thought leadership. By expanding its Operating Partner team, WCAS continues its commitment to ensure its portfolio companies have the support they need to scale, innovate, and create lasting value in the technology and healthcare industries—a focus the firm has upheld for over 45 years.

About Welsh, Carson, Anderson & Stowe

WCAS is a leading U.S. private equity firm focused on two target industries: technology and healthcare. Since its founding in 1979, the firm's strategy has been to partner with outstanding management teams and build value for its investors through a combination of operational improvements, growth initiatives, and strategic acquisitions. The firm has raised and managed funds totaling over $33 billion of committed capital. For more information, please visit www.wcas.com.

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