BOSTON, MA – March 5, 2024 – TA Associates (“TA” or the “Firm”), a leading global private equity firm, today announced the appointment of Arthur Price as the Firm’s General Counsel, effective immediately. Price succeeds Jeffrey C. Hadden, who will assist with Price’s onboarding before he transitions into retirement and his new role as a Senior Advisor to the Firm.
Based in TA’s Boston office, Price will be responsible for all legal matters across the Firm and portfolio, working closely with senior leaders to manage legal and regulatory risks and assist with corporate governance matters. He will report to Jennifer Barbetta, Chief Operating Officer and Managing Director.
“I am thrilled to join TA and greatly respect its commitment to collaboration, respect and responsibility to its portfolio companies and investors,” said Price. “I look forward to leading TA’s legal function and working with TA’s impressive team to contribute to the Firm’s operational efficiency.”
Price joins TA from Thomas H. Lee Partners, where he served as a managing director, Chief Compliance Officer and Assistant General Counsel. Prior to Thomas H. Lee Partners, Price was an attorney at Ropes & Gray LLP, where he focused on securities offerings, mergers and acquisitions and general corporate representation.
“Arthur brings a wealth of knowledge and strong expertise in navigating the evolving legal and regulatory landscape. His guidance and experience make him a valuable addition to the Firm, and we are delighted to welcome him,” said Ajit Nedungadi, Chief Executive Officer at TA. “We also thank Jeff for his leadership in this role over the past decade and look forward to his continued partnership as a Senior Advisor to TA.”
Price holds a B.A. in International Relations from Georgetown University and a J.D. from Georgetown Law School.
About TA
TA is a leading global private equity firm focused on scaling growth in profitable companies. Since 1968, TA has invested in more than 560 companies across its five target industries—technology, healthcare, financial services, consumer and business services. Leveraging its deep industry expertise and strategic resources, TA collaborates with management teams worldwide to help high-quality companies deliver lasting value. The firm has raised $65 billion in capital to date and has over 150 investment professionals across offices in Boston, Menlo Park, Austin, London, Mumbai and Hong Kong. More information about TA can be found at www.ta.com.
