219. The Private Equity CFO: Make an Impact in the First 100 Days with Richard Sanders

In this episode of CFO 4.0, host Hannah Munro sits down with Richard Sanders, Founder and Managing Partner of Sullivan Street Partners, to explore how CFOs can navigate their first 100 days in Private Equity, set the right priorities, manage investor expectations, and lay the groundwork for long-term success.
Also covered in this session:
  • What CFOs should focus on when stepping into private equity ownership.
  • How to identify risks, uncover hidden issues, and turn challenges into opportunities.
  • How to set the tone, structure a strong agenda, and communicate effectively with investors.
  • How to build trust with your Investment Director and avoid private equity stepping in too closely.
  • Creating a strong 100-day plan and adjusting priorities based on due diligence insights.
  • How to connect with other CFOs in the PE firm’s portfolio and leverage peer learning.
  • The Role of Transparency & Communication
  • What is the change that we’re seeing in finance teams and what does that have to do with value?
  • How do we define value?
  • How value goes beyond economic impact
  • What are the components of economic value identification?
  • Examples of the value identification conversation
  • What this means for the skills in finance
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