Kyle Berger Named Finalist for Private Equity Professional of the Year
February 13, 2026 – Overland Park, KS
We are proud to share that Kyle Berger, Director at Kompass Kapital, has been named a finalist for Private Equity Professional of the Year (Family Office/Independent Sponsor) as part of the 2026 Mergers & Acquisitions Awards presented by D CEO in partnership with Association for Corporate Growth Dallas-Fort Worth.
The annual awards program recognizes leading dealmakers and professionals whose work has significantly shaped the M&A landscape across North Texas. Finalists are selected for their leadership, transaction excellence, and meaningful contributions to the broader deal community.
“Kyle’s recognition as a finalist for Private Equity Professional of the Year is a testament to his disciplined approach, strategic thinking, and commitment to building long-term partnerships. Kyle consistently brings both rigor and heart to his work, and we’re proud to see his leadership recognized alongside some of the top professionals in the industry.”
Alok Srivastava, Managing Partner at Kompass Kapital
Kyle’s recognition reflects the disciplined, relationship-driven approach he brings to Kompass’ private equity and direct investment platform. Through thoughtful sourcing, careful structuring, and a long-term value creation mindset, he plays an integral role in connecting capital to purpose across our portfolio.
We are honored to see Kyle’s work recognized alongside other outstanding professionals across the M&A community and look forward to celebrating with the finalists at the awards ceremony.
“We’re honored to be recognized alongside such strong professionals in the M&A community. This acknowledgment reflects the collective work of our team and the trust our partners place in us. Our commitment to Dallas is strong, and we are so thankful for all the incredible relationships we have made and look forward to continuing to meet great people in this city.”
kYLE bERGER, DIRECTOR at Kompass Kapital
To view the full list of finalists and read the official announcement, visit the original article published by D CEO.