La Française Group

CIC Private Debt appoints Mounia KHAMLICH FISCHER as Head of Risk & Operations

Press release

CIC Private Debt, a company of the La Française Group (the asset management division of Crédit Mutuel Alliance Fédérale), is pleased to announce the appointment of Mounia KHAMLICH FISCHER as Head of Risk & Operations, effective 1 February 2026. In this capacity, Mounia serves on CIC Private Debt’s Executive Committee and reports directly to François PETIT, the company’s Chairman.

This appointment follows the creation of a new position designed to support the asset management company’s European expansion in Corporate and Infrastructure private debt, as well as the development of new types of investment solutions.

François PETIT, Chairman of CIC Private Debt, stated: “I am delighted to entrust Mounia with these new responsibilities within CIC Private Debt, which build on the role she previously held at Assurances du Crédit Mutuel. Her deep knowledge of private market investments, combined with her solid experience in operational risk management, is a key asset for our development.”

Professional background

Mounia KHAMLICH FISCHER has more than twenty years of experience in investment activities, holding various positions as head of portfolio management or head of risk functions. After an initial experience at Sinopia Asset Management (HSBC), she joined Edmond de Rothschild as a fund manager for absolute return and structured funds, before being appointed Head of the Risk Control team in 2009. She then joined Assurances du Crédit Mutuel in 2011, where she built a career spanning nearly fifteen years: first as Head of the Risk Management team, then progressively taking on responsibility for various unlisted asset management activities, before being appointed Head of the Private Assets & Real Estate Division.

Mounia is a graduate of ENSAE (École nationale de la statistique et de l'administration économique) and holds the Board Director Certificate delivered jointly by Sciences Po and the IFA (Institut Français des Administrateurs).

About CIC Private Debt

Created in 2003, CIC Private Debt currently manages €4 billion on behalf of institutional and private investors. CIC, its long-standing sponsor, continues to invest in the funds managed by CIC Private Debt. CIC's allocation currently represents 6% of assets under management.

The CIC Private Debt management team consists of 45 professionals based in Paris, London and Frankfurt.

A long-standing leader in disintermediated financing for SMEs, mid-cap companies, and European infrastructure, the management company is approved by the AMF as an AIFM.

With more than 22 years of market presence, the management team has developed a strong sourcing network with investment funds, M&A advisors, developers, financing advisors and specialized banking teams. CIC Private Debt also benefits from a privileged business relationship with the CIC and Crédit Mutuel corporate networks.

Since its creation, CIC Private Debt has financed more than 600 companies and projects through its various divisions.

CIC Private Debt takes sustainability issues into account in its activities and aligns itself with the approach of Crédit Mutuel Alliance Fédérale, the first benefit corporation bank. Environmental, social, and governance criteria are integrated into each stage of the financing process. With its own ESG team, the management company relies on a selective financing process and the support for its investees to improve their practices. CIC Private Debt is committed to promoting responsible finance through market initiatives such as the Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI), the France Invest Commitment Charter, and the International Climate Initiative.

About La Française

La Française, the asset management division of Crédit Mutuel Alliance Fédérale, offers conviction-based investment strategies across all asset classes, combining performance targets and sustainability objectives. As a multi-specialist asset manager, its teams focus on their core expertise while integrating advanced ESG principles into their analyses and investment processes. La Française operates across listed and unlisted markets, including real estate. With over €160 billion in assets under management as at 30/06/2026, 1,000 professionals and a presence in 10 countries, La Française designs innovative investment solutions tailored to clients’ objectives and investment horizons.

For more information la-francaise.com

Contact CIC Private Debt :

Sylvie Garcin +33 1 53 48 24 16 | sylvie.garcin@cic.fr

Contact La Française :

Pascale Cheynet +33 1 43 12 64 25 | pascale.cheynet@la-francaise.com

Debbie Marty +33 1 44 56 42 24 | deborah.marty@la-francaise.com

Legal mentions

Issued by La Française Finance Services, whose registered office is located at 128, boulevard Raspail, 75006 Paris, France and authorized by the ACPR ("Autorité de contrôle prudentiel et de résolution") under no. 18673 as an investment service provider.

CIC Private Debt, an asset management company authorised by the AMF under number GP‑08000002 – a simplified joint‑stock company with a sole shareholder and share capital of €625,000 – 60, rue de la Victoire, 75009 Paris – 503 110 595 Paris Trade and Companies Register.   

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