Meissner Makes Comeback at Ex-Goldman Star Bankers’ New Firm

Credit Suisse Group AG ex-investment bank chief Christian Meissner is joining an advisory and private equity firm run by Byron Trott and Gregg Lemkau, marking his comeback after a tough period with the rescued Swiss lender.

Meissner is set to become a partner at the firm, backed by technology billionaire Michael Dell, and will focus on Europe. He’ll mainly be based in London. A spokeswoman for the firm confirmed his hiring.

Christian Meissner

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Meissner was initially hired by Credit Suisse in Oct. 2020 to co-run a newly created group connecting clients of the wealth management unit with investment-banking services. He ...