West Monroe

We’re thrilled to be named on Fortune and Great Place To Work US' 2024 Best Workplaces in Consulting & Professional Services list for an eighth consecutive year! This honor is a testament to our firm’s dedication to building the next generation of leaders while also serving our clients and communities to drive real change. Congratulations to all who made this award possible! #BestWorkplaces #GPTWcertified

On this #SustainabilityDay, we're proud to share that the work we do to address sustainability initiatives extends beyond our internal actions. We also invest in supporting our clients on their own sustainability and ESG journeys, including our work with VSP Optics. Our multidisciplinary teams addressed immediate needs and brought a forward-thinking perspective to the table to help them with their sustainability strategy. Read more about our work with VSP Optics here: https://lnkd.in/edggF4eF And read more about how we help our clients achieve their sustainability goals in our Impact Report: https://lnkd.in/efx_5McY

AI is reshaping private equity, driving faster deals and smarter post-acquisition strategies. Discover how firms embracing AI are gaining an edge in today's competitive market ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gtkH7-9w ✍ Craig Burma | Eric Johnson

Congratulations to the Entergy Texas team on the selection for award of their grant application by the DOE! This project will help to fortify the area’s electric infrastructure and will help to maintain reliable power in Port Arthur, a community that has endured some of the country’s most historic weather events, like Hurricane Harvey, Winter Storm Uri, and more recently, Hurricane Beryl. Our West Monroe federal grant team is grateful for the opportunity to support the development of this successful application alongside the Entergy Texas teams. Read more about the project here: https://lnkd.in/gQYhaWwP

Fall is certainly a special time at West Monroe—when we celebrate a number of our employee resource groups, bring offices together for fall festivals, and collaborate on projects as we near the holiday season. It's why we're proud to share that we've been named to Energage and Top Workplaces' Fall Culture Excellence list—with specific designations in DE&I Practices Top Workplaces and Top Workplaces for Appreciation!

Excellent time for our team at this year's PEI Operating Partners Forum in New York! Here are a few of our key takeaways from speaking sessions and conversations with industry leaders and clients: 🤖 AI is where it’s at: AI is revolutionizing value creation by connecting technology to specific KPIs and outcomes. Leveraging AI and vendors can drive innovation, reduce burnout, and create more opportunities for creative thinking. Here’s how AI is transforming business operations: - Deal Sourcing and Screening: AI algorithms efficiently identify high-potential investments by analyzing vast datasets. - Due Diligence: AI tools speed up the due diligence process, quickly identifying risks and opportunities. - Portfolio Management: AI analytics provide real-time insights, helping firms optimize investments and make data-driven decisions. 🔢 Data remains important: Data is the fuel for transformation. Secure, high-quality data enables faster processes, driving value and attracting investment. By solving business problems, optimizing operations, and providing data-driven insights, private equity firms can enhance portfolio performance and unlock growth opportunities 🤝 The sell-side market is sizzling right now: Now is the time to prepare for a sale. Invest in high-value assets, upgrade tech, and prepare essential reports like sell-side and tech reports. Build a roadmap to increase value and coach your team to tell a compelling story. Use data to refine strategy, ensure strong cybersecurity, and leverage AI to streamline processes for a successful exit. 💥 CEOs and operating partners driving value creation together: Portco CEOs can leverage operating partners to create significant value. Their industry expertise helps optimize operations, drive growth, and improve profitability. They also bring bad news early with actionable solutions, ensuring swift issue resolution. Their hands-on approach unlocks potential and accelerates transformation. Peter Kahn | Adam J. Kirsch | Rainer Feick #PEI #PrivateEquity #PEI2024

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🍂 Now *this* is how you (unofficially) kick off Fall! Our Chicago office held its second annual Fall Festival earlier this week and had an amazing turnout! Some of our favorite highlights: 🎨 Pumpkin painting 😁 Caricature drawings 🥣 Chili cook-off 🍬 Guess-the-candy-corn contest 🍎 Hot apple cider 🍩 Donuts + dessert table 🏀 Pop-a-shot shootout 🧛 Costumes 😋 Signature Fall-themed cocktail And so much more! Thanks to everyone who came out and celebrated and thanks to our Chicago Ops team for putting on such a great event! 🍂

We’re proud to have partnered with EdgeConneX and EQT on their recent transaction, where Sixth Street acquired a minority stake in EdgeConneX. This partnership strengthens EdgeConneX’s position as a global leader in data center and AI infrastructure—expanding its reach in Asia, Latin America, and Europe. Our team collaborated closely with EdgeConneX to bring technology expertise to the due diligence process. We provided a comprehensive evaluation, focusing on key areas critical to future growth, including the EdgeOS architecture, software development operations, infrastructure, cybersecurity practices, and technology roadmap—ensuring EdgeConneX remains at the forefront of scalable, secure, and innovative operations. This strategic partnership accelerates EdgeConneX’s ability to deliver world-class data center solutions that power AI and cloud infrastructure across the globe. Congratulations to EdgeConneX, EQT, and Sixth Street on this exciting milestone! #MandA #TechnologyAdvisory #CloudInnovation #PrivateEquity #DataCenters #AI #Cybersecurity #EdgeInfrastructure

The energy landscape is transforming rapidly, and utilities must navigate evolving regulations to meet rising electricity demands: https://lnkd.in/esQztyas Learn how forward-thinking utilities are tackling decarbonization goals while balancing affordability and equity considerations for all communities. ✍ Eric Chung | Andrew T. | Emily Zhang