Lightyear Capital LLC, a New York-based private equity firm, has hired Courtney Sullivan as managing director and head of fundraising and investor relations.

Sullivan joins the firm following her time with Inverness Graham Investments where she additionally served as head of investor relations. Prior to her time with Inverness Graham, Sullivan served as a fundraising associate with Graham Partners.

“Lightyear is distinguished by our talented team members who are core to our long-term success,” commented Mark Vassallo, managing partner of Lightyear. “We welcome Courtney and know she will be a great asset to the firm with her strong track record of fundraising and building sustainable relationships with investors.”