Inside the Strategy Room

201. Seven CEO insights from private equity

Apr 10, 2024

Senior partner John Kelleher and partner Radhika Ray discuss the private equity playbook for enhancing company performance. Topics include revenue analysis, financial planning, CEO time management, and strategic growth opportunities.

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Radhika Ray

John Kelleher

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Private equity emphasizes operational excellence for efficiency and productivity.

Comprehensive FP&A strategies require time and commitment for long-term financial success.

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Private Equity Growth and Value Creation

Private equity has seen exponential growth over the years, with assets under management increasing dramatically. The industry is predicted to triple in size by 2030, showcasing impressive returns compared to public assets. Lessons from private equity can offer valuable insights for navigating complex economic environments.

Challenges for Public Company Leaders and Clean Sheeting Strategies

04:08

Maximizing Productivity Benefits and Engaging High Performers

02:30

Effective Time Management Strategies for CEOs

02:40

Introduction

3min

Navigating Macroeconomic Challenges and Financial Planning in Private Equity

17min

Unlocking Profitability through Revenue Analysis

5min

Strategic Business Growth and Financial Analysis

9min

CEO Time Management and Responsibilities

7min

Exploring Challenges and Opportunities for CEOs in Different Business Settings

3min

Private equity firms have a well-earned reputation for elevating the performance of the companies they invest in. A cornerstone of their strategy is a relentless pursuit of operational excellence to drive efficiency and productivity. In this episode, we analyze what public company CEOs can glean from the private equity playbook to enhance their own company's performance. Our guests are John Kelleher and Radhika Ray.

John is a senior partner in our Private Equity Special Operations group and serves as an interim in-house executive helping companies execute large PE-style transformations. John has served in multiple executive roles in the private equity industry—including as CEO—and is co-founder of the PE-CEO Alpha Institute, a partnership between McKinsey and Harvard Business School to train private equity portfolio company CEOs.

Radhika is a partner in our Private Equity group and has over 15 years of experience in the private equity sector. She helps our clients with large-scale transformations and oversees the service line, implementing rapid labor productivity improvements.

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