S2G Investments Grows Senior Leadership Team with Chief People Officer and Chief Compliance Officer Appointments
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CHICAGO, Feb. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — S2G Investments (“S2G”), a multi-stage investment firm focused on scaling solutions across food and agriculture, oceans, and energy, today announced the appointments of Mary DaSilva as Chief People Officer and Kevin Vincent as Chief Compliance Officer. These strategic hires reinforce S2G’s commitment to fostering a high-performing, mission-driven team and maintaining robust compliance standards as the firm continues to grow.
As Chief People Officer, DaSilva will lead S2G’s talent strategy, focusing on attracting, developing, and retaining top-tier talent to drive the firm’s long-term success. She brings over 15 years of experience leading talent acquisition, organizational management, and operational excellence within the private investment sector. DaSilva joins S2G from The Vistria Group, where she most recently served as Partner & Chief Talent Officer.
“As S2G continues to scale, we believe that investing in our people is paramount to our success,” said DaSilva. “I look forward to supporting and strengthening a culture that empowers our team, improves our capabilities, and enhances our ability to create lasting positive outcomes through our investments.”
Vincent’s role as Chief Compliance Officer will involve overseeing S2G’s regulatory and compliance strategy, ensuring that the firm continues to meet evolving industry standards while unlocking strong investment opportunities. Vincent joins S2G after spending over a decade at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and brings over 15 years of financial regulatory experience to the role.
“S2G is identifying and capitalizing on transformative investment opportunities, and a strong compliance framework is key to supporting that mission,” said Vincent. “I look forward to ensuring our compliance strategy supports the firm’s continued growth while maintaining rigorous standards.”
The addition of DaSilva and Vincent comes at a pivotal moment for S2G as the firm continues to enhance its operational capabilities to support long-term growth.
“We are thrilled to welcome Mary and Kevin to the S2G leadership team,” said Aaron Rudberg, Managing Partner at S2G. “Mary’s expertise in talent strategy and organizational development will be instrumental in shaping the future of our firm, while Kevin’s deep regulatory knowledge will ensure we continue to operate with integrity and excellence. Their leadership will help us build on our momentum and reinforce our commitment to responsible growth.”
With the additions of DaSilva and Vincent, S2G strengthens its commitment to fostering a passionate, talent-driven culture and continuing its strong financial regulatory practices as it partners with innovative companies at the seams of sector transition.
Mary DaSilva Bio:
Mary DaSilva is Chief People Officer at S2G Investments. Prior to joining S2G, Mary spent four years at The Vistria Group, where she was Partner and Chief Talent Officer overseeing internal talent for the multi-strategy private investment firm. For over a decade prior, Mary developed and led the human capital function for the Chicago-based private equity investment firm, Madison Dearborn Partners. Mary began her career in Deloitte’s Chicago Office where she focused on clients in the financial services sector. Mary is a registered member of the Illinois Bar Association. Mary received a B.S. from DePaul University and a J.D. from Loyola University Chicago School of Law.
Kevin Vincent Bio:
Kevin Vincent is Chief Compliance Officer at S2G Investments. Kevin brings over 15 years of financial regulatory experience to his role. Prior to joining S2G, he spent over a decade at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, where he held various examiner and supervisory roles in the SEC’s Division of Examinations. Before his time at the SEC, Kevin worked at the National Futures Association as a Field Supervisor and later served as Senior Regulatory Coordinator at the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA). Kevin received a BA in Finance from Michigan State University.
About S2G Investments:
S2G is a multi-stage investment firm focused on venture and growth-stage businesses across food & agriculture, oceans, and energy. The firm provides capital and value-added resources to companies and leadership teams pursuing market-based solutions designed to deliver greater value, improved outcomes, and enhanced performance over traditional alternatives. With a commitment to creating long-term, measurable outcomes, S2G structures flexible capital solutions that can range from venture funding through growth equity to debt and infrastructure financing. For more information about S2G, visit s2ginvestments.com or connect with us on LinkedIn.
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