Industry perspectives and research from our executive search practice
AI has moved from experimentation to a value creation priority in private equity. The harder question is whether portfolio companies are equipped to execute it. A sponsor can identify use
Finding candidates has never been easier. Finding the right candidates is another story. AI-powered recruiting tools can search thousands of profiles, applications can be generated and customized in seconds, and
Across US portfolio companies, 74% of leadership team members were hired externally rather than promoted from within. For CFOs the figure is 82.4%. Both come from Altrata’s Portfolio Company Talent
The first 100 days following an acquisition are often treated as a defining period for a portfolio company. Private equity firms invest significant resources into due diligence, value creation planning,
The hiring market in 2026 is not just competitive it’s structurally different. Recent data shows that only 38% of employed U.S. professionals plan to look for a new job this
When a private equity firm acquires a company, the focus often shifts immediately to growth. New strategies are introduced, operational improvements are identified, and performance targets become more aggressive. But
