B ehdad Eghbali is a prominent Iranian-American private equity investor and the co-founder and managing partner of Clearlake Capital Group. Born in Iran, he moved to the United States as a child. After starting his career in investment banking, he entered the world of private equity, working at TPG Capital before striking out on his own.

In 2006, he co-founded Clearlake Capital with José E. Feliciano. The firm has become a major player in the private equity world, known for its focus on software, industrial, and consumer sector investments. Clearlake has grown rapidly, now managing tens of billions of dollars in assets. In addition to his success in finance, Eghbali has entered the world of professional sports. In 2022, he was a key member of the consortium led by Todd Boehly that acquired the prestigious Chelsea Football Club of the English Premier League, where he now serves as a co-controlling owner.