Our Team
Irénée Zigururimi, a man in a dark suit and white shirt, smiles warmly at the camera, standing in front of a blurred brown and orange background.

Irénée Zigururimi

Vice President

Irénée joined New Heritage Capital in 2026 and is responsible for due diligence, deal execution and portfolio management.

Education

  • University of Chicago – BA, Economics

Experience

  • Abry Partners
  • William Blair

“The strongest partnerships are those where trust compounds alongside capital. For founder-owners, choosing the right partner means finding someone who respects what they’ve built, understands what makes their business special, and brings complementary strengths to help it thrive. It’s about building a founder’s legacy and creating shared success. That’s the kind of partner we strive to be.“

Passions & More

  • Family above all
  • Afrobeats festivals
  • Hosting dinners and bringing people together
  • Exploring new countries & cultures
  • Foosball
  • Sunset dinners — preferably on a hilltop or mountaintop
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Associated Companies

All Portfolio Companies