Alexandra Ochalek

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Succession Planning: An Overlooked Driver of PE Performance

February 19, 2026 , , , , ,

Private equity firms are disciplined about most things: deal sourcing, diligence, and value creation plans, among them. But when it comes to succession planning, according to AlixPartners’ 10th Annual PE Leadership Study, the data suggests a blind spot. According to the study, only 26% of PE-sponsored companies have formal succession …

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Designing the Right C-Suite for Lower Middle Market Companies

October 27, 2025 , , ,

The modern C-suite has expanded dramatically. According to new research from SHRM and the Burning Glass Institute, executive teams have grown by 160% since 1990. Large organizations now employ a wide range of specialized leaders, from chief revenue officers to chief wellness officers and beyond, to keep pace with business …

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