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Transitioning a Slow Mid-Market CFO to a High-Velocity Private Equity Operator

When a family-business CFO cannot produce real-time 13-week cash flow forecasts, private equity sponsors must execute a dignified transition to an experienced PE operator.

Amit Kasliwal
Amit KasliwalCEO & Founder, Dehurdle
December 27, 20224 min read
Transitioning a Slow Mid-Market CFO to a High-Velocity Private Equity Operator

The Dignified Executive Transition Script

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"David, you have built an exceptional financial accounting foundation over 15 years. As our platform enters an aggressive M&A bolt-on and debt syndication phase, the board has decided to bring in an experienced PE operator with prior leveraged buyout exit experience. We are providing a generous transition package and thank you for your stewardship."

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The 2-Minute Practice Drill

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