Operating Partner Spotlights
We have a deep bench of trusted, PE-grade operating partners. Below are those that we'd like to spotlight this month.
CASE STUDIES
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Pricing strategy expert needed to drive demand for consumer products portco
A private equity firm had a consumer products portco that needed a pricing strategy expert to help them clearly convey the value of their offerings against big-box retailers to price-conscious and value-driven customers.
Analyzing legacy supply contracts to reduce costs
Having recently acquired a plastics company, a PE fund was looking to connect with a specialized resource that had deep knowledge of the industry. They believed there was room for improvement and cost reductions in the supply contracts, but lacked certainty given the company's niche products.
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PHARMA CFO ALIGNING FINANCE, IT, & OPERATIONS
Bio: Life sciences CFO with deep experience in pharma manufacturing and medical devices, including CFO/COO leadership in regulated environments. Has led CDMO finance and IT oversight, merger integration, and lender relationships, while strengthening controls and risk management. Previously raised institutional and non-dilutive funding to commercialize medical device technology and built compliant finance systems aligned with FDA and quality requirements. Brings a strong operator lens from leading multi-entity finance teams and partnering with site leadership on cost reduction and performance.
IC Code: 209638
TECH CPO FOR HYPERGROWTH, RESTRUCTURING, & ORG DESIGN
Bio: Chief People Officer with deep experience guiding high-growth technology companies through scale, restructuring, M&A, and public-market readiness. Has built and led global people functions across SaaS and digital health, partnering closely with CEOs and boards on culture, leadership development, compensation design, and org effectiveness. Known for steady leadership through inflection points, from hypergrowth and IPO prep to post-RIF cultural resets, while modernizing people systems, analytics, and executive talent strategy.
IC Code: 209747
PE-BACKED COO SCALING MULTI-LOCATION OPERATIONS
Bio: Transformational operating executive with 20+ years of experience leading multi-location businesses across disaster restoration, facilities services, landscaping, and life-safety systems. Has managed complex P&Ls up to $150M, scaled operations nationally, and led full-cycle M&A from diligence through integration and ERP implementation. Known for building performance-driven cultures, installing KPI discipline, and launching new markets quickly. Brings a strong execution lens to growth, turnaround, and integration moments where operational consistency and speed directly impact profitability and retention.
IC Code: 209834
TECH-DRIVEN OPERATIONS EXECUTIVE DRIVING SYSTEMS TRANSFORMATIONS
Bio: Operations and supply chain executive who scales complex manufacturing and fulfillment using a systems-first approach—pairing process redesign with software, data, and operational cadence. Has led COO and Chief Supply Chain Officer mandates in high-growth custom manufacturing and ecommerce environments, overseeing production, purchasing, warehousing, and logistics across multi-site footprints. Known for clearing backlogs fast, strengthening plant leadership accountability, and improving on-time delivery and margins. Brings M&A integration experience and strong visibility/KPI discipline at scale.
IC Code: 209671