The Private Equity Podcast

PE Podcast🔍 📢 AI is changing the game for leaders driving growth and innovation. This week, we cover📈 How AI unlocks operational efficiency and new revenue streams. Building products with AI at the core to stand out in the market. Real-world stories of CEOs leading successful AI transformations. If you’re a CEO, founder, or operator looking to boost value, these insights are for you. 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts or watch on YouTube. #Leadership #AI #ProductStrategy #Podcast

What’s driving founders away from traditional buyouts? Shift happens - founders have more exit strategies than ever, and PE firms must evolve 💡 Just 1 in 5 owners now choose PE as their ideal exit; employee ownership (18%) and family succession (16%) are gaining momentum. 💡Fewer than 25% of founders stay CEO four years after a buyout. Control matters. 💡Diligence can reduce offer values by up to 20%—transparency is a must. The median exit takes 7.5 years; founders want real partnership over quick transactions. 💡With PE fundraising falling 11.5%, innovators like Hidden River are setting a new standard. 💡Founders are looking for alignment, not just capital. PE’s opportunity is to build trust and lasting value. 🎧 We break down these trends, and what they mean for PE-backed leaders, on my latest podcast. 🎙️ Tune in for: Hidden River’s founder-first approach How to build partnerships that last Tips for CEOs navigating PE relationships #PrivateEquity #Leadership #PEBacked #BusinessStrategy #Podcast

📢 New episode tomorrow 📢 Ready to grow your business - without giving up control? On the next Private Equity Podcast, Graham Bachman shares how structured capital lets founders scale on their terms. Don’t miss out on insights for CEOs and leaders looking for flexible funding. Episode drops tomorrow! #PrivateEquity #Growth #Leadership #Podcast

📈 Ever wonder what sets top PE exits apart? Here’s what really moves the needle: Steady 20–30% annual growth always gets noticed. Solid EBITDA and cash flow? Non-negotiable for buyers. The right banker isn’t just a middleman-they help you reach that 15x multiple. More qualified buyers means more competition (and better deals). Stay laser-focused on your targets, right up to closing. One missed forecast late in the game can sink the whole deal. Acquisitions need to deliver real synergies-not just pad the numbers. It’s about meaningful value, not just deal volume. The strongest exits often return 2–3x invested capital, with a great IRR. p.s. For real-world stories and actionable tips, check out Otis on our latest podcast #PrivateEquity #DealMaking #ValueCreation #Podcast

🚀New Podcast: 4 must-have ingredients for a winning PE exit Ever wonder how elite PE leaders stack up win after win? Otis Spencer’s exit track record reveals what really matters: 📈 Proven, predictable growth Sustainable results over 3–5 years always outshine last-minute surges. 📈A-List banking partners The right investment bank isn’t a luxury-it’s your secret weapon for maximum deal value. 📈Deliver on your promises Flawless forecast execution inspires buyer confidence and drives up multiples. 📈Bolt-On with purpose Every acquisition should sharpen your edge-not dilute it. Want the full breakdown from someone who’s been there? 🎙️ Otis Spencer shares the lessons you won’t find in textbooks #PrivateEquity #ExitStrategy #Leadership #Podcast #OtisSpencer

Outsourcing vs. Insourcing: What every CEO needs to know In our recent conversation with Mathew Kearney, we tackled a question at the heart of every executive’s agenda: When should you build talent internally, and when does it make sense to reach outside? The numbers tell a compelling story 💡 64% of organizations are prioritizing stronger internal teams and capabilities. Over-reliance on external hires for middle management can double your turnover rate. 💡68% of leaders say insourcing brings better quality control. Yet, 64% of companies still outsource key IT and technical roles to move faster and tap into expert skills. 💡It’s clear there’s no one-size-fits-all answer-but understanding the right balance is key to sustainable growth. Curious how leading organizations are making these decisions? 🎧 Tune into our latest podcast episode for insights and strategies you can use right now. #privateequity #petalent

📢PE Podcast 📢 What’s the real difference between private equity winners and “zombie portfolios”? Find out on the latest PE Podcast with CEO Matthew Kearney-the operator behind $1B+ in successful exits. In this episode: 💡 The industry’s biggest (and most costly) mistakes 💡Value creation levers most firms overlook 💡Why exits almost never go to plan and what you can actually do about it 💡Lessons from $1B+ in exits you won’t hear anywhere else If you’re looking to rethink your strategy and avoid common pitfalls, this conversation is packed with insights leaders are already sharing. 🎧 Tune in and join the discussion [ links in comments] What’s one lesson you wish you knew earlier in your PE journey? #PrivateEquity #Leadership #Podcast #GrowthStrategy

From PE playbooks to Billion-Dollar Wins-Matthew spills it All 🎙️ PE Podcast coming soon! Ever wish you could skip the mistakes and learn straight from a PE legend? This episode is your chance-Matthew Kearney distills three decades of private equity breakthroughs into one powerhouse conversation. What you’ll get: >Ditch the old rules: Why being a “deal genius” isn’t enough anymore >Insider blueprint: The real steps behind three billion-dollar exits >Team transformation hacks (straight from NASA’s playbook) >The strategy that made pausing a sale the move that led to a record-breaking exit Matthew Kearney (3i veteran, serial PE CEO) doesn’t hold back-this is actionable, field-tested advice for ambitious CEOs and PE execs. 📅 Drops July 22nd-don’t miss your shortcut from operator to outperformer. [links in comments] #PrivateEquity #CLevel #GrowthHacks #Leadership #Podcast

📈 3 immediate impacts when AI hits your daily PE workload   The #1 mistake Private Equity firms make with AI?   Treating it as a “nice-to-have” tech experiment.   The leaders know: when AI is fully woven into daily workflows, it becomes a force multiplier.   Here’s what happens instantly when you make AI a true business accelerator in PE:   💡 Projects that dragged for months? Now-completed in days. Imagine due diligence, market analytics, and reporting on fast forward.   💡 Teams operate at a new level. With repetitive tasks automated, top talent focuses on strategy and high-value decision making.   💡 When every team member consistently uses AI, you don’t just get tech lift-you get a culture shift.   That’s the real unlock separating PE leaders from laggards.   Stop thinking of AI as an experiment and embed it into your value creation strategy.   👇 For hands-on strategies, catch our latest podcast with Greg Neuenhuis [links in comments]

📢 PE Podcast📢 Here’s how top PE firms are using AI for real value creation- It’s not just about “innovation”. it’s about faster results and smarter decisions. 💡Deal sourcing: AI spots opportunities before the competition 💡Due diligence: Automated analysis turns weeks of work into days 💡Portfolio ops: AI drives efficiency, sharper forecasting, and reveals new growth channels The biggest difference? Firms making AI part of daily operations-not just pilot projects. The takeaway: Build AI into how your teams work, not just what they work on. That’s where the value is. 👇 Want to hear how top PE leaders are making it happen? Check out our podcast with Greg Neuenhuis-PE Advisor, Chairman & AI Expert-on unlocking generative AI in PE and portfolio companies [ links in comments]🎧 #privateequity #pepodcast #ai #aiinprivateequity