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CFO 4.0 - The Future of Finance

210. The Private Equity CFO: Delivering a successful first 100 days as CFO with Richard Sanders

Jan 21, 2025
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In this episode of CFO 4.0, host Hannah Munro is joined by Richard Sanders, Founder and Managing Partner of Sullivan Street Partners, for the second instalment in our The Private Equity CFO series. Together, they delve into the complexities of private equity and its implications for CFOs.

Key topics covered include:

  • Exploring the balance between capability and comfort zone, and what CFOs can do to prove their value.
  • How private equity-backed businesses differ in their expectations for timely, actionable financial data.
  • Insights into cash flow management, covenant models, and other critical reporting differences.
  • From diagnosing the state of the business to building trust with private equity partners, strategies for success in the first 100 days.
  • Building trust, communicating effectively, and staying aligned with the investment strategy.
  • Tactics for transparency, preparedness, and maintaining credibility under pressure.

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