Topaz Simply is the Head of ESG at GI Partners. Prior to joining GI Partners, Mr. Simply led RPS Group’s ESG business unit in North America. At RPS, he advised private equity firms on a range of ESG matters throughout the investment lifecycle, including fundraising, due diligence, ownership, and exit. Earlier in his career, Mr. Simply was a Senior Associate at Malk Partners, where he conducted ESG due diligence reviews and helped private equity firms meet their ESG goals.

• B.A. in Political Science - International Relations from UC San Diego