The Indispensable Asset: Quality Management
In a good or bad economy, quality management can make the difference.
Strategy & Management: Owners & Shareholders
Choosing a Private Equity Partner
Do your homework and ask the right questions before deciding on a private equity firm.
The Corporate Imperative: Building Economic Value
Measuring the adequacy of operating earnings against invested capital.
The Case for Independence in Private Company Boards
Independent directors can be a positive asset for private, family-owned businesses.
Minority Equity: Structural Considerations
To succeed at fund raising when banks won’t help, you need to understand private equity investors.
Personal Guarantees Build Character
Personal guarantees seem to be a simple and easy way to achieve financing for your business, but when the guaranty involves millions of dollars, the implications should be carefully considered.
Shareholders Agreements: The Buy/Sell Provision
Buy/sell agreements provide investors in private businesses an escape mechanism, but are these agreements counter-productive?
The Nature of Change
Successful companies that do not identify and respond to changes in their environment, ultimately fail.
Seller Math: The Missing Variables
Seller Math is a flawed economic argument often used by owners when considering a sale of their company.
Three Elements of Success
Strong management teams distinguish themselves in an economic downturn with vision, precision, and urgency.