In this episode, we sit down with Bill Wosilius, an experienced private equity CEO and board member, to unpack the realities of leading in a PE-backed environment. Bill shares insights on navigating initial challenges, adapting to cultural differences, and balancing operational needs with investor expectations.

We also explore what it takes to prove yourself as a first-time CEO, from tackling imposter syndrome to making tough decisions under pressure.

Finally, Bill shares lessons learned from early mistakes, evolving his leadership style and aligning personal and company goals for long-term success.

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This episode is hosted by FALCON Partner, Rob Huxtable. FALCON is a retained executive search firm exclusively recruiting C-level leaders in the PE-backed, middle market.