Jun 11, 2026
We are pleased to share that Kian Co-Founder and Managing Partner Kevin McCarthy has been named to Business North Carolina’s 2026 Power List!
This annual list recognizes the most influential and innovative private-sector leaders in North Carolina — those who remain open to innovation while respecting the past.
Kevin’s leadership demonstrates a strong commitment to delivering meaningful impact for all our stakeholders, including Kian’s limited partners, management teams, transaction partners and team members.
Congratulations, Kevin, and very well deserved!
Learn more about the recognition and view the full list here.
Business North Carolina’s Power List 2026 comprises the state’s most influential private-sector leaders. The nomination deadline was December 31, 2025, and the Power List 2026 was officially released on April 30, 2026. The recognition reflects Business North Carolina’s evaluation and selection criteria as applied to candidates considered during the nomination period ending December 31, 2025. Kian did not pay any fee to be considered for the award and did not provide any compensation, licensing fees, referral fees, placement fees, or other payments of any kind to obtain, promote, or display the award. Kian has no material compensation arrangement or other financial relationship with Business North Carolina related to this recognition.
