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232. The Private Equity CFO | Myths, Mistakes & Misconceptions with Richard Sanders

Hannah Munro Episode 232

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In this insightful episode of the CFO 4.0 Podcast, host Hannah Munro is joined by Richard Sanders, Founder and Managing Partner at Sullivan Street Partners, for a no-holds-barred session of myth-busting in the world of private equity. This episode offers practical wisdom, experienced insights, and a refreshingly candid take on what it really means to lead in a PE-backed business.

Tune in to explore:

  • Why growth and profit aren’t mutually exclusive in private equity strategy
  • The real expectations around budgeting and how to balance ambition with achievability
  • What kinds of mistakes are tolerated
  • How equity structures work, and why understanding “good leaver vs bad leaver” clauses is essential
  • Whether industry experience or private equity background matters more for CFO roles
  • How values, trust, and transparency drive performance in today’s private equity landscape

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