Thought Leadership | Private Capital

Effective Communications are crucial for Private Capital firms dealing with risk mitigation and can give them the competitive advantage.

Before the pandemic, Egon Zehnder had planned a dinner for private equity CFOs on the topic “How to make a good exit.” Instead, the CFO team, led by Barbara Kroll, hosted a series of virtual interviews with four prominent executives.

With widespread change happening across portfolio companies, it is perhaps unsurprising that private equity firms are hunting for expertise across a range of issues with a greater emphasis on areas such as environmental, social and governance, and talent.

A gathering with top Country Heads of Private Equity in Mexico and Latin America to discuss how consumer behavior is changing, its impact in PE, and the opportunities for the sector in a post-COVID world.

The threat of the coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to grow, and Operating Partners are fighting to support their portfolio businesses.

A digital gathering with top Country Heads of PE in Mexico.

Energy investors are nervous about the future of their firms—and careers. Here’s how can they position themselves for a transition.

Joining a private equity board has its upsides, but it’s not for everyone: this type of board service also carries plenty of risk. What should potential PE directors know before accepting a role?

The role of CFO in PE-backed companies continues to evolve from accountant to business leader. A group of PE CFOs joined to discuss the biggest challenges facing their success today.

How private equity needs to assess potential chief executive officers and chief financial officers.

As the first generation of middle-market private equity leaders nears retirement, many firms are struggling with how to move forward with succession planning, even when faced with increasing pressure from their limited partners.

In December 2017 Egon Zehnder held a Cybersecurity Roundtable Discussion in Hong Kong, moderated by Richard Lin and Matthew Edwards, consultants in our Technology Officers and Fintech practices.