The Private Equity Podcast, by Raw Selection
Hosted by Alex Rawlings, Managing Partner of Raw Selection, a specialist executive search firm. Join us as we interview the leading experts in Private Equity, unlocking their secrets of success to share with you.
Discover how some of the top Private Equity professionals got into Private Equity, how they rose to success and learn about some of the mistakes they made along the way.
Alex has strong connections to the Private Equity industry through his executive search firm, Raw Selection, which specialises in working with Private Equity firms and their portfolio companies across Europe and North America. Alex is straight talking and to the point and aims to unlock real gold you can build into your firm or portfolio companies. Find out more at www.raw-selection.com
The Private Equity Podcast, by Raw Selection
Strategic Insights on Exit Planning with Christen Paras
Welcome back to The Private Equity Podcast, by Raw Selection! Today, we’re joined by Christen Paras, Partner of the Transaction Team at MiddleGround Capital, to explore innovative exit strategies and how MiddleGround is redefining Private Equity practices.
Breakdown:
[00:03] Christen Paras returns to discuss MiddleGround’s unique exit strategy approach.
[00:30] Partner at MiddleGround Capital, based in New York City, leading the transaction team.
[00:59] Private Equity firms often lack adaptability—Christen emphasizes innovation and agility.
[01:26] MiddleGround’s infrastructure, a KPI-driven, collaborative culture for scalable, efficient decision-making.
[03:14] Weekly and quarterly meetings ensure team bandwidth and tackle key challenges.
[04:32] A dedicated team builds repeatable processes for optimal outcomes.
[05:29] Integrating transaction and operations expertise for seamless exits.
[06:55] Ensuring readiness and alignment throughout portfolio lifecycles.
[07:50] Aligning value creation with buyer expectations to maximize appeal.
[10:14] Identifying detractors and enhancing portfolio company readiness.
[13:25] Prioritizing actions that align with exit goals and maximize value.
[15:37] Process mapping and standardization for exit preparation.
[17:03] Metrics-driven timing and customized strategies for individual companies.
[21:16] How exit teams enhance focus and drive superior results.
[24:30] Co-investor and lender insights refine exit strategies.
[25:27] Industry updates, reports, and relationship-driven knowledge.
[26:53] Christen reflects on MiddleGround’s approach and her career journey.
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