Directors

The Directors of Crescendo Partners are amongst the best known and most successful strategy consultants in the South East Asian region. Either individually or collectively, they have served some of the best companies in Australia.

Joseph Crepaldi

Managing Director
Sydney

Over 15 years strategy consulting experience (ex-MD of A.T. Kearney ANZ)
Advisor to FMCG CEO level executives
Creator of methodologies for market analysis
Strong expertise in the area of growth (including M&A) and international expansion
Direct management and board experience in consulting and other sectors

Jeff Akres

Director Crescendo Partners Capital
Sydney

Over 14 years experience in corporate advisory and private equity
Former CEO of Fleet Australia
Experience in leisure and entertainment, hospitality, retail, online and property development
Strong transactional and operational improvement background

Paul Shmukler

Director Crescendo Partners Capital
Sydney

Over 18 experience in advisory and funds management
Led numerous consulting and transactional engagement in South Africa, the United Kingdom and Australia
Experience across several industry verticals including insurance, fashion, automotive, mining, leisure and entertainment