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In an ever-evolving landscape of talent acquisition and management, adaptability and innovation are imperative for PE executives. We recently had the privilege of interviewing Kate Migliaro esteemed Global Head of Portfolio Talent at Searchlight Capital Partners. Our discussion delved into the intricate strategies and formidable challenges inherent in talent management in the realm of private equity. Click here to read the full article: https://hubs.li/Q02p3SMl0 #VCS1 #valucreationsummit #operatingpartners #privtaeequityfirms #independentsponsors

Private equity funds have been looking to hire more interims to support the end of the deal cycle -more than previous years and comparable deal volumes - suggesting a strategic shift to bringing in this type of expertise rather than just a response to a more promising M&A market.    Our latest article from Managing Director Jack Lane explores how different types of interim talent can enable businesses to deliver successful exits. Read more here to understand why leveraging exit support or 'hold the fort' expertise can help your business. https://lnkd.in/e_EqCrYR #privateequity #interimhires #PE #perfectlyplaced

Introducing: Acadian Capital Group! We're thrilled to announce the merger of Acadian Capital Research, Kemp Family Office Services, and Cypress Financial Solutions to form Acadian Capital Group - a multi-family office and private market management firm specializing in providing an institutional approach to private markets and family wealth. Through a wide range of services offered by our team of established experts and operators, we're excited to provide exclusive access to elevated value for our clients, portfolio companies, and partners. These services include family office governance, relationship management, due diligence services, in addition private company acquisition, management, and support services. We're excited to see what this next chapter holds for our business, and look forward to sharing our progress, projects, and other updates with you! NOTE: Our official press release can be found at the link in the comments! #merger #familyoffices #operations #privatemarkets #finance #business #accounting #finance #familyofficegovernance #duediligence #investments #privateequity #venturecapital #mergersandacquisitions #supportservices #louisiana #highnetworthindividuals

Stay informed with our weekly roundup of top deals from July 15-21. A total of 36 deals, amounting to $322 million, were recorded across various sectors.   Key Highlights:   Private Equity Investments: - Total no. of deals: 25 - Total deal value: $162.35   This segment included 2 private equity deals worth $69 million, 15 angel/seed deals totalling $25 million, 7 venture capital deals amounting to $62 million, and 1 public equity deal worth $5 million. The lead buyer was ValueQuest Capital LLP, with $35.92 million invested.   Mergers and Acquisitions - Total no. of deals: 8 - Total deal value: $159.24   Among these, there were 5 domestic deals valued at $111 million, 2 outbound deals totalling $47 million and 1 inbound deal. A.O. Smith Water Products was the leading buyer, with an investment of $72 million.   For more such premium market intelligence and insights, visit VCCEdge.com   #DealRoundup #PrivateEquity #VentureCapital #AngelInvesting #MergersAndAcquisitions #EquityMarkets #InvestmentNews #MarketIntelligence #VCCEdge #IndustryInsights #WeeklyDealsRoundup A. O. Smith Corporation Valuequest Investment Advisors Kiddopia® Auxilo Finserve Private Limited BridgeView Life Sciences Jupiter International Limited Unilever Parag Kulkarni

Whilst in Melbourne recently meeting with clients, it confirmed my thinking around the super fund merger activity we've seen over the last couple of years. The obvious observation is that the mergers have resulted in significant restructures and in most cases corresponding redundancies. There's been plenty of market chatter about that. What is less often discussed is the opportunity this shift presents for institutions and related businesses in the form of: Skill redistribution: As super funds merge, there is a demand for specialised skills in areas like funds management, compliance and technology and Increased mobility: The shifting landscape is increasing job mobility within the sector, as employees seek new opportunities or are required to move to different roles or locations. And with mobility comes the opportunity to find great temporary or permanent staff. These two forces present an interesting dynamic of which some institutions are taking advantage. January is always a "wait and see" month, but with February on our doorstep and further mergers likely to happen this year, I expect we'll quickly know which super funds are leveraging the changes. #superannuation #recruitment #financialservices

We are proud to be named to the 2024 Private Equity Recruiting Power 100 list by market research firm Hunt Scanlon for the fifth consecutive year. With a search model dedicated to delivering present partners, crafted solutions, and an easier client experience, we've grown and expanded our expertise across the PE market. And we've learned a lot from our PE and VC executive community. Check out a few of our recently published insights dedicated to this market: 🔸Rethinking Value Creation in Private Equity: Three Imperatives to Operational Leadership in an Era of Disruption ➡️ https://lnkd.in/ezq2CrB2 🔸Navigating the Leadership Landscape: Characteristics of an Early-Stage SaaS CEO ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eS4B8zfW 🔸Private Equity Resilience: Boston Forum Delves into Strategies Amid Market Dynamics ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gr6UBfQ2 Read about our recent recognition: https://lnkd.in/gUuSnSVA #privateequity #venturecapital #executivesearch #awards #recognition #experience

With hindsight, I think collectively Globalscope Partners Ltd performance, although down 14% from the previous year, was better than the overall M&A market global deal volume decrease, a testament of the quality and staying power of the individual member firms. Liberdade Capital contributed with six deals and near USD 120m in deal volume. In 2024, we will probably see a similar tally both at the Liberdade Capital and Globalscope Partners Ltd levels. Bring it on! #MergersAndAcquisitions #InvestmentBanking #InternationalBusiness #LiberdadeCapital #GlobalFamily

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On the 5th of February 2024, Everbridge, an enterprise software company specializing in critical event management and national public warning solutions, entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by software investment private equity firm Thoma Bravo in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $1.7 billion. The deal is in line with the rising global demand for cybersecurity solutions, and this alliance is in a favourable position to create value for both the investors in the deal and the industry as a whole. Click on the link below to read a full report about our analysis of this deal and improve your commercial awareness! Vice President: Ivan Petkov Associate: Riccardo Vittorio Perego Analysts: Adam Hrehovčík, Adwait Rayate, Alessandro Bosco, Leonardo Mottareale, Simon Sandewall Report by: Aastha Gupta, Samanvi Jain #markets #corporation #softwares #dealmaking #USA #investment #deals #investmentbanking #analysis #finance #economy #mergers #acquisitions #brand #UK #portfolio #companies

From 2000 – 2020, private equity transactions involving mid-tier/mid-size firms make up 44% of all private equity acquisitions in the federal contracting space; and 45% just over the last 5 years. GovCon Private Equity Group (PEG) activity has increased drastically in the last decade, and significantly in the period from 2019 to the present with over 75% increased interest in merger and acquisition (M&A) activity. The majority of this activity has been with smaller platforms since the valuation of the assets is materially higher in comparison with median platform evaluations which have shown little change in the profile mix. PEG activity is acting in a way of being a strategic buyer for tuck-in deals because the differential valuation for the platforms in comparison to the tuck-ins has narrowed significantly in the past year. To explore four selected questions, The Pulse has identified a selection of subject matter experts in the field from KippsDeSanto & Co, The Chertoff Group, Crossroads Capital, Blue Delta, and an Independent Investor to learn more...https://bit.ly/3G0hVzg