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X-Factor casts a spotlight on proven private equity-backed executives and the tools and tactics they leverage to create enterprise value within their portfolio companies. This podcast is brought to you by PrivateEquityCXO, the world’s largest digital community of PE-backed executives. Start your free membership today and unlock exclusive content and insights that help PE-backed executives drive performance. 

  1. Leadership Levers — Turning Culture into Cash Flow

    6 DAYS AGO

    Leadership Levers — Turning Culture into Cash Flow

    Lindsay Guzowski, CEO and founder of The Crucible, recently joined Will Gladhart on Leadership Levers, a podcast presented by The Culture Think Tank. Lindsay and Will discuss how proactive, balanced culture-building can drive organizational performance and financial success in a competitive landscape. Unlock your full potential in private equity with The Crucible! Now available on PrivateEquityCXO at a special discounted price. Invest in yourself and take the next big step in your career jou...

    12 min

  2. 12/19/2024

    Driving PortCo Value Creation Through Technology

    Join us for a panel discussion on driving portfolio company value creation through technology. Christy Smith, VP of Search at FALCON, guest hosts a robust panel of technology leaders - Jeremy Smith, Chief Technology Officer at Suralink, Jay Webster, Board Advisor and Founder of ActiveLab, and Kurt Stein, President of DCT Strategy Inc. Tune in and discover how to harness the potential of technology to propel growth in your portfolio company with this expert panel.X-Factor is presented by ...

    45 min

  3. 12/05/2024

    The Digital Shift — Navigating Technology in Private Equity

    In this episode, we sit down with Matt Thomas, a seasoned executive who has held CEO, CIO, and COO roles across multiple PE-backed companies in the technology, software, energy, and industrial sectors. Matt offers valuable insights on optimizing your business through technology, no matter the industry. X-Factor is presented by PrivateEquityCXO, the world’s largest digital community of PE-backed executives. Start your free membership today and unlock exclusive content and insights that h...

    29 min

  4. 11/21/2024

    The CEO Playbook — Proven Strategies for Success in PE-Backed Companies

    In this episode, we sit down with Bill Wosilius, an experienced private equity CEO and board member, to unpack the realities of leading in a PE-backed environment. Bill shares insights on navigating initial challenges, adapting to cultural differences, and balancing operational needs with investor expectations. We also explore what it takes to prove yourself as a first-time CEO, from tackling imposter syndrome to making tough decisions under pressure. Finally, Bill shares lessons learned from...

    30 min

  5. 11/07/2024

    The Emergence of the GTM Operating Partner in Private Equity

    Join us for a panel discussion on the evolution of the GTM (Go-to-Market) Operating Partner role in private equity, and why it’s becoming essential in today’s market. Joe Gravino, Principal, GTM Search Practice Lead at FALCON, guest hosts a robust panel of GTM-focused operating partners - Sherri Sklar, CEO of GrowthTera and GTM Advisor at Edison Partners, Kevin McShane, GTM Operating Advisor, Five Elms, and Dan Perry, Resource Partner, Sales Excellence at Court Square Capital Partners. X-Fact...

    55 min

  6. 10/24/2024

    Culture as a Catalyst — Driving Business Transformation Through Teams

    We recently sat down with Jon Sonnenschein, who has experience as both a multi-exited PE-backed CEO and an Operating Partner, to discuss getting the most out of an underutilized value creation lever: culture. X-Factor is presented by PrivateEquityCXO, the world’s largest digital community of PE-backed executives. Start your free membership today and unlock exclusive content and insights that help PE-backed executives drive performance. This episode is hosted by FALCON Partner, Rob Huxtable. F...

    33 min

  7. 10/10/2024

    Strengthening Your M&A Muscle in Private Equity

    David Fleming, a multi-exited CFO with over 25 successful buy-side transactions, joins us to discuss how management teams can drive M&A activity and become stronger partners in deal origination and integration with their private equity sponsors. X-Factor is presented by PrivateEquityCXO, the world’s largest digital community of PE-backed executives. Start your free membership today and unlock exclusive content and insights that help PE-backed executives drive performance. This episode is ...

    35 min

  8. 09/26/2024

    Building High-Performance Teams: Talent Strategies for Private Equity

    Welcome back to the PrivateEquityCXO Webinar Series! Sarah DeMarco, Vice President of Search at FALCON, takes the reins as guest host of X-Factor. Sarah is joined by Amanda Fleig, Vice President of Human Resources at Chronicle Heritage and Maddy Hopsicker, Operating Partner of Talent at Summit Park. Together, they dive into winning strategies for spearheading talent efforts and driving value creation through HR excellence. X-Factor is presented by PrivateEquityCXO, the world’s largest digital...

    51 min
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X-Factor casts a spotlight on proven private equity-backed executives and the tools and tactics they leverage to create enterprise value within their portfolio companies. This podcast is brought to you by PrivateEquityCXO, the world’s largest digital community of PE-backed executives. Start your free membership today and unlock exclusive content and insights that help PE-backed executives drive performance. 

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  • Creator
    PrivateEquityCXO
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    33
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    © 2025 X-Factor
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