As part of an ongoing series, we’re sharing real-time trending topics we are hearing from the hundreds of PE firms we work with. In our most recent installment, Erez Schnaittacher, BluWave vice president of client coverage, shares the importance of interim CFOs and why they are a vital resource all PE firms should be taking […]
How to find the right-fit interim CFO for your growing business
I get asked a lot of questions about how to build a business, and how to do it with as few headaches as possible. Not that I’ve totally figured it out, but I’ve certainly made my fair share of missteps and gratefully have learned something along the way. From investing, to hiring, to reducing headcount, […]
REDIRECTED Interim CFO – what to look for when hiring this critical role
One of the biggest mistakes private equity funds make when searching for an interim CFO for their portfolio company is looking for someone who can do everything a full-time CFO would. Searching for this diamond-in-the-rough candidate ends up taking just as long as it would take to find a full-time candidate, and in the meantime, […]
How we did it: Critical need for interim controller to successfully support portco in sale process
Ready to sell one of their portfolio companies, a PE fund came to us urgently needing an interim controller that could help support their portco throughout the sale process. Knowing that there would be an influx of requests during the sale process, they were looking for an independent prep-for-sale resource that could help manage these […]
5 Challenges Interim CROs/CSOs Solve for Manufacturing Companies
Sales and market in the manufacturing industry presents a unique set of challenges that demand strategic insight and operational finesse. Companies often grapple with optimizing sales strategies, enhancing team performance and identifying new growth opportunities, all while striving to maintain a competitive edge. This blog post explores how interim chief revenue officers (CROs) and interim […]
Resources To Solve Operations Challenges in Distribution Industry
In the distribution industry, operational agility and strategic foresight are keys to modern commerce. Businesses face challenges such as optimizing distribution center operations and managing international supply chains, each of which requires a tailored strategy to remain competitive. This blog post delves into five critical operational challenges within the sector, highlighting how specialized expertise can […]
Growth Strategy Resources for Construction & Engineering Industry
In the construction and engineering industry, companies face operational challenges that span from strategic market analysis to optimizing manufacturing processes. Each one presents a unique obstacle as well as an opportunity for growth. Working with third-party experts who have a nuanced understanding of the industry can give your PE firm, portfolio company or private or […]
