Stax, a global strategy consulting firm specialising in commercial due diligence, value creation, and exit planning for private equity firms, private equity-backed companies, hedge funds, and investment banks, has appointed Adam Thorpe as a managing director in its London office to lead the firm’s EMEA healthcare vertical.

Thorpe has 30 years’ experience, primarily at KPMG, including 25 years in strategy across the UK and France, and for the past two decades has specialised in the healthcare and care sectors.

Thorpe established and led KPMG’s French strategy group practice from 2000 to 2015. He later returned to KPMG UK to head deal strategy in healthcare before departing the firm last year.

Thorpe has worked on deals and growth initiatives, including commercial due diligence and value creation across the deal cycle. During his career, he has gained experience in health, care and life sciences, working across care types such as home, aged, child, and specialist care, and diverse segments including mental health, neurodiversity, diagnostics, education, medical devices, contract development and manufacturing organisations, and pharma.

Stax’s global practice leader Paul Edwards said: “Adam’s appointment further demonstrates Stax’s ability to attract top-tier industry leaders. With over 20 years of experience advising investors and navigating the complexities of UK and European health and life sciences, Adam joins our world-class healthcare vertical as we continue to grow share on both sides of the Atlantic.”

Stax’s UK managing director. Phil Dunne added: “Adam brings exceptional leadership and sector expertise to the team, making him a standout addition to Stax. Having established KPMG’s Paris office and spent 15 years building his reputation there, Adam has a deep understanding of what it takes to grow a business. He also brings deep connections across the healthcare industry. His experience spans the multifaceted healthcare sector, from providers and the NHS to pharma, medtech, community care, and even veterinary service. Combined with his strong tech perspective, Adam is uniquely positioned to address the diverse needs of our clients and drive Stax’s continued growth.”

Thorpe commented: “With a well-established reputation as a leader in the US deals and strategy consulting market, Stax has built a strong team, and I’m excited to join them as we expand our presence in the UK and Europe. What drew me to Stax is its focused, value-driven approach to working with private equity and corporate clients, leveraging data, insights, and industry expertise to deliver robust commercial and strategic advice across targeted industry verticals. I’m eager to contribute to the firm’s growth and the continued expansion of our healthcare practice.”