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The Strategic Role of HR Operating Partners in Private Equity
HR Operating Partners play a pivotal role in private equity by optimizing talent, leadership, and organizational strategy to maximize invest

Jim Tolbert
Apr 29, 20253 min read


The Importance of Leadership in PE Deal Thesis and Due Diligence
Leadership factors should be embedded in the PE deal thesis and due diligence processes to ensure alignment and drive value creation.

Jim Tolbert
Mar 31, 20252 min read


CEO Selection
CEO selection is about identifying traits that drive success and recognizing risks that lead to failure for the right executive fit.

Cynthia Kyriazis
Feb 26, 20252 min read


Why Fundless Sponsorship is Gaining Ground in Private Equity
Fundless sponsors are reshaping private equity by offering flexible, deal-specific investments without committed capital funds.

Jim Tolbert
Feb 17, 20253 min read


Webinar - Unlocking Human Capital & Culture Analytics for PE Growth
Date & Time: Feb 27, 2025 02:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada) Cost: Free Registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_SZNMUufxQaGxex-ydZakCg#/registration Overview : Private equity relies on strong leadership and aligned talent to optimize returns, but maximizing human capital often remains a blind spot - even though culture is frequently a key factor in determining an acquisition’s success. Read Time: 1 Minute Many organizations struggle to obtain empiri
William Gladhart
Feb 13, 20251 min read


Asking the Question
Category : Leadership Audience : Leaders, Leadership Teams, Strategic Consultants Overview : The importance of asking critical ' what if ' questions to prevent failures and foster informed decisions. Read Time : 2 minutes I was talking to my brother the other day about a goal he was set on achieving. I admire that. However, he’s been my brother for decades now and I’ve seen a pattern. He tends to leave out very specific considerations like what would cause his idea to not g

Cynthia Kyriazis
Feb 6, 20252 min read


The Five Catalysts for High-Performing Teams in PE Due Diligence
Explores the resurgence of PE M&A activity and the importance of evaluating leadership teams

Lindsay Guzowski
Feb 6, 20252 min read


The Shift in Private Equity Focus - From Financial Engineering to Leadership
Amid changing market dynamics, private equity firms are integrating performance analytics with leadership development - shifting from tradit

Jim Tolbert
Jan 16, 20254 min read
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