Operating Partner Spotlights
We have a deep bench of trusted, PE-grade operating partners. Below are those that we'd like to spotlight this month.
CASE STUDIES
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Pricing strategy expert needed to drive demand for consumer products portco
A private equity firm had a consumer products portco that needed a pricing strategy expert to help them clearly convey the value of their offerings against big-box retailers to price-conscious and value-driven customers.
Analyzing legacy supply contracts to reduce costs
Having recently acquired a plastics company, a PE fund was looking to connect with a specialized resource that had deep knowledge of the industry. They believed there was room for improvement and cost reductions in the supply contracts, but lacked certainty given the company's niche products.
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PE-BACKED HEALTHCARE
IT EXECUTIVE
Bio: Interim CIO/CTO/CISO with 20+ years of experience leading healthcare technology, cybersecurity, and platform modernization in PE-backed and highly regulated environments. Steps into complex organizations to align IT architecture, security, and operating models with growth and compliance priorities. Deep experience across HIPAA, HITRUST, SOC 2, and NIST, including diligence and post-close integration. Trusted partner to boards, investors, and executive teams for translating technology risk into scalable, execution-ready roadmaps.
IC Code: 209739
TECH CEO & PARTNERSHIPS-DRIVEN GTM LEADER
Bio: Technology CEO and go-to-market executive who helps tech-enabled and services businesses reset growth strategy, partnerships, and commercial execution. Has founded and sold multiple companies and pioneered new commercial models across eCommerce, omnichannel, and platform-based growth. Brings deep GTM strategy and enterprise deal expertise across retail, automotive, and SaaS, often stepping in where growth stalls and partnership leverage matters most.
IC Code: 209814
INDUSTRIAL CEO & MANUFACTURING VALUE CREATION OPERATOR
Bio: Manufacturing and industrial CEO with 25+ years of experience leading global, multi-site businesses through growth, turnaround, and M&A-driven transformation. Brings deep expertise around building scalable platforms across engineered materials, aerospace, defense, medical, and automotive end markets. Known for installing disciplined operating systems and a leadership cadence that convert strategic plans into sustained margin improvement and exit-quality performance.
IC Code: 209750
INTERIM CFO FOR GROWTH, INTEGRATION, & EXIT READINESS
Bio: Available interim CFO with 25+ years of experience supporting PE-backed and growth-stage businesses across services, construction, HVAC, healthcare, and manufacturing. Pairs finance leadership with operating execution across M&A, integration, liquidity management, and performance improvement. Often engaged during moments of transition—helping teams regain control of cash, reporting, and decision-making during scale, integration, or sale preparation.
IC Code: 209858