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Interim CFO Private Equity Services: A Competitive Edge for PE Firms

Your portfolio company’s CFO just quit. Or maybe they’re simply not cutting it anymore. Either way, you need an interim executive that can handle the pressure of private equity ownership, and fast. This is where interim CFOs prove their worth. They’re not temp workers or consultants. They’re battle-tested finance executives who step in when PE firms need results yesterday. The best ones understand the private equity world: aggressive timelines, demanding investors, and zero tolerance for...
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Human Capital, PE Firms, Value Creation

Interim Controller Guide: When, Why & How PE Firms Secure Temporary Finance Leadership

An interim controller provides immediate, temporary financial leadership to stabilize accounting operations, ensure compliance, and maintain reporting continuity during transitions – delivering PE-grade expertise without the long-term commitment of a permanent hire. When portfolio companies face financial leadership gaps, private equity firms need swift, effective solutions that maintain operational continuity without compromising quality. An interim controller can be the perfect bridge,...
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Human Capital, PE Firms, Value Creation

How Much Does a Typical Interim CEO Make?

Understanding the intricacies of interim CEO salary can significantly impact the success of your organization, especially if you’re considering temporary leadership to navigate transitional phases or unexpected vacancies. These seasoned executives offer specialized expertise and a fresh perspective, making them a valuable asset in steering companies toward growth and stability. Determining what constitutes a fair compensation package is essential to attracting the right talent. This post delves...
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Human Capital, PE Firms, Value Creation

Why Private Equity Invests in People for Growth

Human capital is a driving force for growth in private equity. A recent BluWave-hosted webinar delved into three leading trends in this service area: The rise in human capital investments The importance of specialized recruiters Here are some insights into these topics from Account Executive Evan Garoutte and Research and Operations Consultant Taylor Lee. Human Capital Emphasis The trend of investing in people for growth continues to gain traction. READ MORE: Why Hire an Interim CFO “Human...
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Human Capital, PE Firms, Value Creation

Scott Estill of Lancor: Human Capital’s Evolving Role in Private Equity

Scott Estill recently joined the Karma School of Business podcast, sharing his insights into the dynamic world of private equity, with a focus on human capital. In a captivating discussion with host Sean Mooney, Estill, a seasoned professional with a wealth of experience in executive search and private equity, discussed the transformative trends shaping the landscape of talent acquisition and management. He emphasized the essence of human relationships, the mutual selection process in...
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Making Life Easy for Human Capital Leaders

BluWave understands the urgency and sensitivity around the work human capital executives perform. That’s why we provide a curated suite of resources specifically designed for HR leaders to drive unprecedented value in their organizations. CASE STUDY: Diversifying Talent in a Digital-First Consumer Products Startup Our Business Builders’ Network not only understands your unique challenges but also provides tailored, bespoke solutions for talent leadership. CASE STUDY: Controller with Leadership...
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Human Capital, Value Creation, PE-Backed Companies

Manufacturing Innovation: Navigating Challenges and Embracing Opportunities

Manufacturing businesses are faced with evolving challenges, especially amid an uncertain economy, constantly pressured from different angles by policy decisions and global events. BluWave sees this every day in the projects it supports for hundreds of private equity firms and thousands of businesses. Whether in human capital, operations, growth strategy or technology, today’s business leaders have their hands full. In a recent webinar, Co-Head of Research and Operations Keenan Kolinsky...
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Human Capital, PE Firms, Value Creation

Professional Healthcare Recruiters: Specialized Human Capital Resources

The healthcare industry is in a constant state of flux. It’s a field that requires a dedicated workforce to manage patient care effectively. With the growing demand for healthcare services, the need for specialized professional healthcare recruiters has never been higher. Especially in areas such as multi-location healthcare services and chief medical officer searches, both on the clinician and corporate side. “Specialized recruiters will not only know the subset of candidates really well,”...
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Human Capital, PE Firms, Value Creation

Technical Recruiter (IT): Find the Right Candidate Fast

What Does a Technical Recruiter Do? A technical recruiter is in charge of finding, interviewing and selecting qualified candidates for technical roles like software engineering, data analysis and technical writing. They seek candidates who have the necessary skills to fill specialized positions in information technology, data science and engineering. Technical recruiters work for either a company’s human resources department or a technical recruiting agency to fill open positions within a...
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Human Capital, PE Firms, Value Creation

CFO Executive Search Firms: Financial Executive Specialists

The Importance of Hiring a Strong CFO The role of a CFO is similar to a treasurer or controller because they are responsible for managing the finance and accounting divisions and for ensuring that the company’s financial reports are accurate and completed in a timely manner. CFOs also manage the company’s financial planning and analysis, risk management and overall financial strategy. Hiring a strong CFO is essential for an organization to thrive. Some of the benefits include access to years of...
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Human Capital, PE Firms, Value Creation

Human Capital Forum: C-Suite Talent, Increasing Retention

How do you identify top C-suite talent? And what’s the best way to improve culture and retention for existing employees? These were among the most popular topics in the latest BluWave-hosted Human Capital forum March 9. Megan Ryan Kanefsky of J.F. Lehman & Company, Kristin Brown Patrick of New State Capital Partners and Abby Wilson of Transom Capital Group joined BluWave as panelists for the virtual event. SIGN UP for the next Human Capital Forum Here are some highlights of what was discussed....
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Human Capital, PE Firms, Value Creation

Human Capital Forum Recap | December 2022

Every quarter we gather human capital professionals from private equity firms to discuss current industry topics and to offer peers the chance to gather, share information, and decompress with one another. In our most recent event, we gathered to discuss top trends in 2022 and top areas of focus for 2023. These forums are for human capital professionals at private equity firms only and follow Chatham House Rules, so listed below are high-level takeaways only. If you are a human capital...
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