This podcast episode focuses on the challenges facing the private equity industry, such as rising interest rates, increased competition, and fewer deals. The key takeaway is that private equity firms need to invest in people and create a coherent culture across their portfolio companies in order to accelerate value creation. The episode also emphasizes the importance of understanding the values of Gen Z and younger millennials, who comprise 50% of the talent pool in the United States. Private equity investors need to understand where value is created in an organization and who is in that role in order to effectively attract and retain talent.
