Constitution Capital Partners, a leading private equity firm focused on North American lower middle market buyout funds and direct investments, today announced the expansion of its team with the addition of two professionals, Raymond Shih as an Associate, and Athilia Chau Banh as a Staff Accountant. Mr. Shih joined the firm August 1, and Ms. Banh joined the firm August 15.

Mr. Shih joins Constitution Capital’s investment team as an Associate from Landmark Partners, where he served as an Analyst. In this role, he evaluated investment opportunities by conducting company due diligence, industry research, interviewing fund sponsors and preparing financial models using extensive valuation analysis. Mr. Shih received a BS, summa cum laude, in Mathematics from Bentley University, where he was a Trustee scholar, and a Master of Finance from the MIT Sloan School of Management.

Ms. Banh joins Constitution Capital’s operations team as a Staff Accountant from State Street Capital, where she served as a Fund Administrator, and Client Service Representative, focused on compliance, client financial statements and account reconciliation. Ms. Banh received a BS, cum laude, in Business Administration, Accounting from the University of Massachusetts Boston.

“We are excited to welcome Raymond and Athilia to Constitution Capital,” said Daniel M. Cahill, Managing Partner, Constitution Capital Partners. “Both bring experience and perspective that will add to the depth of knowledge of our staff, and will support our proactive approach to investment sourcing and commitment to providing a high quality investor experience.”

“In growing our team, the firm is focused on identifying top investment and operations talent to support all aspects of our business and ensure that we are well resourced to continue our success,” said John J. Guinee, Managing Partner, Constitution Capital. “Our cohesive team has been the cornerstone of Constitution Capital. As we strategically grow our staff concurrent with our portfolio growth and increased assets under management, we are diligent to add professionals who will seamlessly integrate into our firm, and the addition of Raymond and Athilia is exemplary of that approach.”