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Chairman and CEO Bob Oros sat down with CEO North America to discuss how Hightower turned lemons into lemonade when it was founded, and how the firm has grown since its inception – from branding to value-added growth strategies and more – to serve its clients and local communities. Read the Hightower story at the link below.

Hightower Advisors Chairman and CEO Bob Oros drives the business at the national level while empowering advisors to serve locally, he explains in an interview with CEO North America Magazine. “We can drive efficiency and reinvestment, but with our nimble attitude, we can try some things that big firms might not.” Click below to read the full interview with CEO North America. #FinancialServices #CEO #Leadership #Efficiency #DigitalMagazine #Nimble

This is an interesting article on the need for PE firms to increase their focus on adding value through improved operating performance of portfolio companies. Perhaps creating strong Employee First cultures will enhance the value maximization process. #cornerstoneculture #leadership #employeefirst #valuecreation #pitchbook

Out with the old, in with the bold! Investcorp's leadership is getting a makeover with a new executive chairman. Let’s see if this shake-up brings the company some serious financial flair! To read the full article, click on the below link. https://lnkd.in/gKYJTirM #investcorp #reshufflesleadership

“A central concern of family business leaders is assessing the readiness of the next generation to take over the business. This is critical, because research shows that 25% of failed transitions occur due to a lack of a prepared heir.” https://buff.ly/3REFy6l #Valuation #Businesstips #SuccessionPlanning #ExitPlanning

“A central concern of family business leaders is assessing the readiness of the next generation to take over the business. This is critical, because research shows that 25% of failed transitions occur due to a lack of a prepared heir.” https://buff.ly/3REFy6l #Valuation #Businesstips #SuccessionPlanning #ExitPlanning

Private equity offers both challenges and unmatched opportunities for finance leaders, as Annette Abrahams, CFO at PresMed Australia, discussed during our recent CFO panel event with BDO. Reflecting on her journey, she shared, “I need to be across everything, which enables me to make swift strategic decisions.” This all-encompassing involvement is key to thriving in private equity, where CFOs must balance investor expectations with operational leadership. Annette’s experience highlights the skills and mindset essential for success in this demanding sector. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gj_fepkA #ExecutiveLeadership #CFO #PrivateEquity

CEOs are pivotal in shaping economies and markets, yet the selection process often lacks transparency, keeping shareholders in the dark. This has led to unfit promotions, such as division heads or CFOs taking on CEO roles without the necessary skills. The modern CEO needs to be empathetic, decisive, politically savvy, and capable of managing diverse stakeholders. A diverse group of shareholders is best suited to judge these qualities. While boards can create shortlists, the final decision should lie with the shareholders. #Leadership #Transparency #CorporateGovernance #Shareholders #BusinessInnovation

The CEO compensation paid by the largest publicly traded firms in wealth management offers a lens into company performance, leadership transitions and, of course, eye-popping numbers. Here’s a ranking of the CEO compensation of 13 of the biggest companies in the industry, with insights from Jodie Papike Sladavic of Cross-Search Advisor Placement Services. #wealthmanagement #ceopay #earnings

Very interesting piece from Financial Times reminding us that "No turnaround is possible without restoring employee confidence, which is as vital as bringing investors back on side". #leadership #changemanagement #softskills https://lnkd.in/deAHjtwh