Every time a new private equity portfolio company (“Portco”) engagement begins, a familiar refrain often emerges. The CEO, founder, or long-tenured VP of Operations will say: “You’ve never seen a business this complicated.” “It’s going to take a long time to really understand how we work.” “We’re different.” Every business does have its own DNA. …
Corporate sustainability has evolved significantly over the decades. While many companies have made genuine commitments through comprehensive reporting and environmental initiatives, there has been an ongoing challenge around connecting these efforts to measurable business impact. A critical transformation is now underway as companies increasingly re-focus on what is financially material to their operations, fundamentally changing …
When evaluating the accuracy of your greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reporting, consider it through the same lens as financial accounting under GAAP standards—where precision, transparency, and consistency are fundamental to credibility. Just as financial misstatements can erode investor confidence and trigger compliance risks, incomplete or imprecise emissions data can undermine trust and expose firms to …
In my experience as a global CFO, I’ve learned that financial success isn’t only about growth, revenue, profit margins, and EBITDA—it’s also about the engine that drives it all: net working capital. Think of it as the lifeblood of your business. A healthy working capital cycle ensures you have the cash flow to invest in …
EcoVadis has emerged as the gold standard for supply chain and customer-focused sustainability assessments, evaluating over 150,000 companies across 250+ industries to-date. As organizations prepare for their 2025 assessments, understanding the platform’s evolving methodology and scoring dynamics becomes increasingly critical for maintaining competitive advantage. Focus on Theme Materiality: Align Resources with Impact Orienting efforts around …
When was the last time you took a hard look at the financial health of your business? With market fluctuations and economic uncertainty being the only constant, it’s essential to regularly assess your financial standing. A solid financial strategy can mean the difference between thriving and struggling when market conditions shift. Let’s go through a …
The traditional business model of “take, make, waste” is quickly becoming obsolete. As the world faces increasing resource constraints and growing environmental concerns, the circular economy is emerging as the future of sustainable business. But what exactly is a circular economy, and how can your business transition to this model? Understanding the Circular Economy At …
Middle market companies often face complex financial challenges as they scale, yet they also often lack the in-house expertise to fully optimize their financial strategy. From navigating market uncertainty to capitalizing on growth opportunities, many businesses struggle with building comprehensive financial models, effective budgeting processes, and scenario planning that can support informed decision-making. At Full …
Sustainability Reporting Is Working Its Way into Private Markets As the business landscape evolves, ESG reporting is transitioning from a “nice-to-have” exercise to a core element of business strategy. This trend is illustrated by a recent EcoOnline survey, which revealed that 68% of large U.S. companies now have dedicated budgets for ESG reporting, with nearly …
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