About
Browning West is an independent investment partnership founded in 2019 and based in Los Angeles. Led by co-founders Usman Nabi and Peter Lee, the firm manages about $1.6 billion and employs a concentrated, long-term approach with 5–10 core investments. Backed by leading foundations, family offices, and university endowments, Browning West drives long-term value through leadership optimization. Notable campaigns include the 2024 Gildan Activewear board reconstitution, where it replaced the full board and reinstated co-founder Glenn Chamandy as CEO. The firm has also engaged at CAE, and Nabi previously led transformational campaigns at Tempur Sealy, Six Flags, and Domino’s during his tenure at H Partners.
Investment Focus
Browning West runs a concentrated strategy, holding 5–10 high-quality businesses for years. Activism isn’t universal, but when used, it targets board and CEO leadership to build confidence and align management with shareholders. The firm brings deep CEO succession and board recruitment experience, having co-led multiple searches, and favors collaboration but will pursue proxy contests when necessary.