🎙️ The Private Equity Podcast – Essentials for Investors with Matthew KearneyThis episode is packed with pragmatic advice and “growth hacks for operators” – get your pen ready.⏱️ Episode Highlights & Timestamps:00:03 – Introduction Meet Matthew Kearney: 35 years in private equity, from 3i to operating partner and PE-backed CEO.01:07 – From 3i to New York CEO Matthew’s early career, moving from UK PE investments into operational leadership in media and technology.02:31 – Common PE Mistakes Why thinking “buying right” is outdated and why zombie portfolios exist. The importance of adding value post-investment.04:56 – Speed Matters Why hitting the ground running with a viable plan is critical – and where many PE firms still fail.05:23 – The Need for Differentiation You can’t differentiate on capital anymore. Matthew explains the need for pre-planned specialization and strategy.07:21 – The Case for Specialism Why generic approaches fail in auction processes. Success lies in preparedness and knowing your niche.09:27 – Private Equity’s Evolution From generalists to specialists, and from deal teams to fully professionalized operations functions.11:24 – Pick Your Spots The strategic importance of check size, deal type, and industry vertical – especially for smaller funds.12:47 – Talent Strategy When to insource, when to outsource. The balance between internal teams and external experts.13:42 – Reducing Direct Reports Why Matthew cut down his direct reports from double digits to five – and how he structured high-performance teams.18:38 – NASA-Level Team Building Using High-Performance Team models (inspired by NASA) to fast-track team effectiveness and reduce storming time.20:06 – Grata Partnership Promo20:35 – Lessons from Three Exits Matthew shares what made his billion-dollar exits successful, from growth-first mentality to choosing the right M&A advisor.23:27 – Beware of Price Promises Red flag: advisors promising high valuations without understanding your business. Chemistry and early engagement are key.24:31 – Staying the Course Through Uncertainty Avoiding plan deviation in volatile markets. Why good governance, transparency, and dialogue are essential.26:46 – The Decision to Pause a Sale How Matthew and his board paused a 2021 sale due to geopolitical headwinds, only to exit successfully in 2025.28:07 – Balancing Shareholder vs. Management Perspectives Navigating differing time horizons and objectives post-sale delay. The role of a good Chair in alignment.29:59 – What Matthew Reads Matthew’s go-to content: Wall Street Journal, Financial Times, The Economist (begrudgingly!), BBC, and even Daily Mail for well-researched stories.31:55 – How to Connect with Matthew 📧 Email: <a href='mailto:matthewjkearney@gmail.com'>matthewjkearney@gmail.com</a> 🔤 Name spelling: Matthew (with two T’s) Kearney (K-E-A-R-N-E-Y)Raw Selection partners with Private Equity firms and their portfolio companies to secure exceptional executive talent. We focus on de-risking executive recruitment through meticulous search and selection processes, ensuring top-tier performance and long-term success.🔗 Connect with Alex Rawlings on LinkedIn: <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexrawlings/'>https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexrawlings/</a> 🌐 Visit Raw Selection: <a href='http://www.raw-selection.com/'>www.raw-selection.com</a>

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