Posts by hireneXus

Traditional financial engineering is no longer enough to generate competitive returns in private equity (PE). So what is? Enter operational value creation: improving portfolio company operations to achieve sustainable growth. This shift reflects a deeper integration of operational insights into PE strategy and a broader focus on strengthening the core of portfolio companies. PE firms…

In recent years, private equity (PE) has made progress in diversifying its entry-level workforce, with women occupying 48% of these positions by the end of 2022. But the story is different at senior levels, where the gender gap remains significant. Per McKinsey, it could take up to 60 years to achieve gender parity at the…

Although significant strides have been made toward gender equality, women remain underrepresented in corporate leadership. According to a 2021 Catalyst report, women comprised 26% of all CEOs and managing directors globally. Compared to only 15% in 2019, there seems to be strong progress toward equity. That progress is the result of breaking down the persistent…

Let’s stop calling empowerment a soft skill. The ability to spread independent problem-solving across an organization is a power move, and the best recruiting firms know it. Today’s business operations shift in the blink of an eye with automation, budget constraints, market erosion, and talent shortages. Executives who know how to empower their teams to…

If your organization is facing stagnant operations, net-new market demands, or internal resistance to change, you need a change catalyst. These leaders possess extraordinary skills in the domain of change management, and those skills are often rooted in an innate mindset. Change catalysts possess a quiet confidence in their capacity to harness volatility for rapid…

Cybersecurity is constantly evolving, with new threats emerging alongside technological advancements. For organizations, this means executives in cybersecurity must adeptly balance the drive for innovation with the imperative of risk management. The stakes are high, as a single breach can have devastating consequences. Join us as we unpack the crucial role of cybersecurity executives, the…

Digital literacy is fast becoming the most important competency private equity (PE) firms can look for when selecting executives. Leaders with digital literacy can leverage data for informed decision-making, implement robust cybersecurity measures, and foster innovation in highly case-specific ways. They can also improve communication and collaboration through digital tools, ensuring teams are connected and…

The private equity (PE) sector is an inherently volatile industry. Economic uncertainties abound, and market dynamics are known to shift at a moment’s notice. For PE firms looking to fortify their portfolios and sustain growth through unpredictable environments, resilient leadership is an indispensable asset. We’ve seen resilience in leadership translate to resilience in the market…

Talent defines success. Data unlocks new talent. From redefining candidate sourcing to optimizing recruitment strategies, data analytics reshape executive search as we know it. Algorithms and insights converge to reveal hidden talent pools and pinpoint high-potential leaders swiftly and accurately. But it’s not just about efficiency; it’s about efficacy. Data analytics have the power to…