206. The Private Equity CFO | Private Equity 101: Structures, Strategies, and CFO Expectations

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In this episode of CFO 4.0, Hannah Munro kicks off The World of CFOs in Private Equity series by exploring the fascinating world of PE with Richard Sanders, Founder and Managing Partner of Sullivan Street Partners.

Dive into the dynamics of private equity and learn what it takes to succeed as a CFO in this unique investment environment.

Key discussion points include:

• An overview of private equity
• The internal structures of private equity firms
• How CFOs can understand the type of private equity backing their organisation
• The concept of leveraged buyouts, including how debt is used to maximise returns
• The varying levels of private equity involvement in businesses
• Key strategies for value creation.
• Essential skills and expectations for private equity CFOs

Links mentioned:

• Richard's Linkedin
• Learn more about Sullivan Street Partners

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Chapitres

1. Private Equity and CFO Roles (00:00:00)

2. Leveraged Buyouts and Debt Funding (00:15:31)

3. Private Equity Investment and Management Strategy (00:22:09)

4. Private Equity CFO Expectations and Strategies (00:34:13)

5. Accounting Software Selection and Sage Products (00:41:23)