At some point, private equity becomes a consideration for boards and executive teams. This interactive session provides insight into the world of PE portfolio company governance from the perspectives of a board member, PE firm and portfolio company.
An understanding of the governance landscape of a PE backed company is essential for an effective decision and value creation. Prior to exploration and evaluation, it’s important for boards to define the characteristics they require for an effective partnership and create a framework of disaster warning signs.
The session explores important areas for boards to be well- versed and have a point of view. Effective partnerships require relationship nurturing and due diligence well beyond the financial metrics. Like all relationships it is much easier to get in than to get out.
· Board guardrails & watch outs
· Governance implications of PE investment
· Board decision matrix
· Roles: board, portfolio company & PE firm
· Independent director & advisors
· Emerging trends in PE governancePDA’s
The Private Directors Association offers members two learning & engagement opportunities, Private Equity Portfolio Company Governance Certificate Course and PE Special Interest Group.