Interpath in France has announced the appointment of five new Managing Directors, a significant step in the firm’s development in the country, and a demonstration of its ability to attract some of the most highly regarded professionals from leading international advisory firms.
The arrivals further strengthen Interpath’s expertise in Transaction Services, launches a dedicated offering in Valuation and Financial Modelling, and expands the firm’s Distressed M&A capabilities.
These appointments follow the promotion of four people to Managing Director in April 2026. Interpath France now has 22 Managing Directors and 12 Directors, demonstrating the seniority of its team, its expertise and Interpath’s rapid growth to become a key player in the French market.
Benjamin Tarac, Head of Interpath in France, said: “These five new arrivals reflect our ambition for Interpath in France. Since our launch in 2024, we have been building a resolutely independent financial advisory firm with a strong sector-specific focus, capable of supporting our clients across the full spectrum of their challenges – from complex transactions to the creation of sustainable value.
“Our strength lies in the seniority, experience and quality of our teams. That is why we are particularly proud to welcome Nicolas, Lisa, Leonardo, Benjamin and David. Their exceptional backgrounds and wealth of expertise significantly strengthen our team. Their decision to join us is also a sign of confidence in our entrepreneurial model, that attracts the best talent and resonates with our clients.”
Nicolas Burdeau has joined Interpath as Managing Director to launch the firm’s Valuation and Financial Modelling practice in France. With over 25 years of experience in this field, including nearly 20 years at Deloitte where he led the Valuation and Financial Modelling practice, he advises major international groups, mid-sized companies, and investment funds on transactional, regulatory, accounting, tax and litigation matters.
Commenting on his appointment, Nicolas Burdeau said: “I am joining Interpath because of what it represents: an approach based on expertise and close client relationships, driven by an ambitious entrepreneurial project. It is here that financial valuation can be applied in all its complexity and make a real difference for our clients.”
Lisa Lauv has joined Interpath as Managing Director. She brings over 25 years of experience in financial due diligence gained at Deloitte, including four years at the Shanghai office. A partner since 2017, she has led over 150 assignments for private equity funds and international corporates, with recognised expertise particularly in the TMT/Software, Consumer & Retail and Business Services sectors, on mid-cap to large-cap transactions.
Lisa Lauv commented: “For me, Interpath represents an opportunity to participate in building an agile organisation that places the client at the heart of every mission. It’s a collective endeavour that I’m delighted to be part of.”
Leonardo Clavijo has joined Interpath as Managing Director. With over 30 years of experience, he played a key role in establishing and developing EY’s TS business before joining Deloitte as a partner in the TS team, which he led from 2021 to 2025. A specialist in infrastructure sector transactions, he works with infrastructure funds and major corporations and has led more than 250 due diligence assignments during his career. His arrival enables Interpath to develop and strengthen its position in the Infrastructure, Energy and Chemicals advisory market amidst significant interest in the energy transition and reindustrialisation.
Leonardo Clavijo added: “The French market is expressing a growing need for an independent, agile player with strong sector expertise, particularly in infrastructure and energy. This is precisely what Interpath is building, and it is what convinced me to join this adventure.”
Benjamin Compère has joined Interpath as Managing Director within the Transaction Services team, based in Lyon. He began his career in Audit and Transaction Services at PwC, before joining KPMG where, as a Partner, he developed the Deal Advisory business in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes (AURA) and led the expansion of the Advisory business in the region. With over 15 years of experience working with mid-market companies and investment funds in the region, Benjamin has led nearly 200 due diligence engagements. He advises clients on their acquisition and disposal transactions, particularly in the healthcare sector. His arrival strengthens the firm’s presence and transactional expertise in the AURA region, where Restructuring is led by Managing Director Guillaume Réquin.
Benjamin Compère said: “I was impressed by the energy of the project, the quality of the teams and the ambition to establish a leading firm in Lyon and the AURA region. It’s a human and entrepreneurial adventure that I’m happy to join.”
David Attali will join Interpath on 1 July 2026 as Managing Director, strengthening the firm’s capabilities in distressed M&A. With over 15 years of experience in financial restructuring and transformation in special situations, he has advised on more than 50 transactions involving distressed companies, acting on behalf of management, shareholders, corporates and investment funds. He began his career in Audit before joining KPMG’s Restructuring team, and subsequently developed the Special Situations practice at Adviso Partners.
Commenting ahead of his arrival, David Attali said: “Distressed M&A is a field that requires hands-on experience, conviction and close engagement, focusing on companies in financial difficulty. Joining Interpath means being able to apply this expertise in synergy with the firm’s restructuring teams, within an independent, agile structure that possesses the in-depth sector knowledge required for such situations.”
