CVC DIF Named New Chair for North America
Infrastructure investment firm CVC DIF has appointed Chris Koski as its new chair of North America to accelerate regional expansion.
Updated on Oct. 1, 2026 in People
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CVC DIF has appointed Chris Koski as chair of North America to oversee its regional investment strategy. He will be based in Toronto and work alongside co-heads Kanan Joshi and Vincent Liu to deepen the firm's reach across the US and Canada.
Why it matters
The hire signals an intensified push by CVC DIF to scale its investment activity and strengthen market relationships in North America. This appointment follows the firm's efforts to manage its current portfolio while pursuing growth in new infrastructure assets.
CVC DIF manages 20 active portfolio investments and employs 35 professionals across Toronto and New York. The firm has been active in the North American market since 2012.
The players
Chris Koski
An infrastructure investment veteran with 25 years of experience who previously held senior roles at the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board and Morgan Stanley Infrastructure Partners.
CVC DIF
A global infrastructure investment firm that manages assets across North America and employs over 35 professionals in Toronto and New York.
Kanan Joshi
A co-head of North America at CVC DIF responsible for overseeing regional operations.
Vincent Liu
A co-head of North America at CVC DIF who works alongside leadership to manage the firm's 20 active portfolio investments in the region.
The details
Chris Koski brings over 25 years of experience to the role, having previously held positions at Morgan Stanley Infrastructure Partners, the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board, and the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority. He will operate from the firm's Toronto office, coordinating with existing leadership to execute the firm's ongoing expansion plan. The move is designed to support the firm's goal of deepening its presence across the US and Canadian infrastructure sectors.
Timeline
CVC DIF began operating in North America in 2012.
The appointment of Chris Koski was announced on October 1, 2026.
Market Landscape
This appointment marks a strategic leadership expansion that builds upon the firm's foundation established during its 2012 entry into the North American market. The move follows a period of portfolio consolidation and signals a renewed focus on regional growth in the US and Canada.
Operators and investors should monitor how CVC DIF's expanded leadership influences regional competition for infrastructure assets. The focus on deepening US and Canadian relationships suggests increased deal-making activity that may affect market pricing.
The takeaway
The appointment of a high-tenure infrastructure veteran suggests CVC DIF is prioritizing experienced oversight as it attempts to scale its North American footprint. Industry observers should watch for shifts in the firm's investment mandates as new leadership settles into the Toronto base.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Private Equity Wire.
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