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This episode is sponsored by AlixPartners The Disruption Matters special podcast miniseries is back for its fourth season, and this year, leading industry experts will discuss how private markets can still deliver growth, despite the headwinds of a revolution in tech, geopolitics and global markets. All season long, we've argued that PE firms need to pursue growth even in times of uncertainty and volatility. But in our final episode of the year, we're clarifying that not all growth is created equal. The right kind of growth is cost-effective and sustainable. We explore the threats to sustainable growth, the need to shape growth strategies around exit routes, how buy-and-build strategies can go awry, and how to pause a growth strategy without stalling the company's progress. Guests include Jason McDannold, co-lead of the PE practice at AlixPartners; Halvor Horten, partner at Bain Capital; Jennifer Fox Bensimon, a managing director on the co-investment team of Partners Capital Investment Group; Emanuela Cisini, a partner, co-head of operational improvement and head of Mideast and Asia at Investindustrial; and Burak Kiral, a partner and managing director with AlixPartners.

This episode is sponsored by AlixPartners The Disruption Matters special podcast miniseries is back for its fourth season, and this year, leading industry experts discuss how private markets can still deliver growth, despite the headwinds of a revolution in tech, geopolitics and global markets. In our fifth episode this season, we focus on best practices in planning for 2026 that allow portcos to hit the ground running in pursuit of growth. This means building the plan around customer pain points and preferences, with leaders freeing up resources both in terms of finances and human capital to win more business in the new year. In many ways, this is when to apply the principles around human capital, tech and innovation that we've been discussing all season long. Guests include Jason McDannold, Americas co-leader of private equity at AlixPartners; Bob Brown, founding partner of Motive Partners; Hoyoung Pak, chief AI officer at AlixPartners; Gunnar Overstrom, a partner with Corsair Capital; and Saurabh Singh, a partner with AlixPartners.

.In dieser Folge des Karriere Insider Podcasts spricht David Döbele mit Philipp Schult, Berater bei AlixPartners. Philipp gibt Einblicke in seine Arbeit an komplexen Transformationen und Restrukturierungen, bei denen das Motto „when it really matters“ spürbar wird. Er erzählt von seinem Karriereweg, den Herausforderungen und Chancen in der Beratung bei AlixPartners und welche Fähigkeiten entscheidend sind, um in solchen High-Impact-Projekten erfolgreich zu sein. LinkedIn Philipp Schult: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pschult/Karriereseite AlixPartners: https://www.alixpartners.com/de/karriere/Mein SPIEGEL-Bestseller-Buch: https://nach-ganz-oben.de/?htrafficsource=organic&hcategory=yt_organic&el=AlixPartnersBeraterüberwhenitreallymattersTransformationenKarriereInsider221025Unsere Website: https://pumpkincareers.com/jetzt-hier-bewerben/?htrafficsource=organic&hcategory=yt_organic&el=AlixPartnersBeraterüberwhenitreallymattersTransformationenKarriereInsider221025_____________________________________________Timestamps00:00:00 - Vorschau00:00:33 - Vorstellung & Karriereweg00:12:00 - Wechsel zu AlixPartners00:15:27 - Wie sich AlixPartners von anderen Beratungen abhebt00:17:15 - Aufbau von AlixPartners & typische Projekte00:28:16 - Wie geht man mit schwierigen Entscheidungen in der Restrukturierung um?00:29:50 - Zukunft der Restrukturierung – wie entwickelt sich der Markt?00:33:15 - Was AlixPartners im Vergleich zu anderen Beratungen attraktiv macht00:42:15 - Arbeitsalltag bei AlixPartners00:47:40 - Philipp über seine größten Stärken im Job00:49:40 - Die Bedeutung von Netzwerken00:53:40 - Welche Bewerber:innen überzeugen bei AlixPartners00:56:59 - Weitere Fragen (Learnings, Tipps, usw.)01:07:08 - Outro_____________________________________________Weitere hilfreiche YouTube-Videos:Der Karriere Insider Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@KarriereInsiderPodcastINVESTMENT BANKER WERDEN (Guide): https://youtu.be/smtlWs5WPUM?si=nLG14-z-VNx0bk0fUNTERNEHMENSBERATER WERDEN (Guide): https://youtu.be/jLK24iLsGPM?si=5DlTJvVKLf1FhpnUDie besten Unis für den Bachelor: https://youtu.be/n-YSo8ss0KsDie besten Unis für den Master: https://youtu.be/fdKknPZzO4wALLE JOBS NACH DEM BWL-STUDIUM: https://youtu.be/D1Ssf6uAQlYALLE FINANCE JOBS nach dem BWL-Studium: https://youtu.be/6kD05whSvEU_____________________________________________Wenn du dich für den Berufseinstieg in Investment Banking, Unternehmensberatung oder Private Equity interessierst, haben wir hier einige nützliche Links für dich zusammengefasst:Target-Uni-Report: https://pumpkincareers.com/target-uni-report?htrafficsource=organic&hcategory=yt_organic&el=AlixPartnersBeraterüberwhenitreallymattersTransformationenKarriereInsider221025Investment Banking Analyst Report: https://pumpkincareers.com/investment-banking-analyst-report?htrafficsource=organic&hcategory=yt_organic&el=AlixPartnersBeraterüberwhenitreallymattersTransformationenKarriereInsider221025Consulting Einsteiger Report: https://pumpkincareers.com/consulting-report?htrafficsource=organic&hcategory=yt_organic&el=AlixPartnersBeraterüberwhenitreallymattersTransformationenKarriereInsider221025Eine Gesamtübersicht über alle unsere bisher veröffentlichten Reports findest du übrigens hier: https://pumpkincareers.com/reports/?htrafficsource=organic&hcategory=yt_organic&el=AlixPartnersBeraterüberwhenitreallymattersTransformationenKarriereInsider221025Schau gerne auch noch auf unserem Blog vorbei: https://pumpkincareers.com/blog/?htrafficsource=organic&hcategory=yt_organic&el=AlixPartnersBeraterüberwhenitreallymattersTransformationenKarriereInsider221025Falls du Fragen hast, die du persönlich mit uns besprechen willst, kannst du uns gerne auch auf LinkedIn (David Döbele, Jonas Stegh) oder Instagram (@pumpkincareers, @david.doebele) anschreiben.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pumpkincareers/

Face au ralentissement du marché de l'électrique, les grands constructeurs revoient leur stratégie. Aux États-Unis comme en Europe, le moteur thermique retrouve une place de choix. Entre pragmatisme économique et rivalité avec la Chine, l'industrie automobile réajuste ses priorités. L'industrie automobile connaît un tournant inattendu. Aux États-Unis, au Japon comme en Europe, les grands groupes revoient leur stratégie. Après avoir massivement investi dans la voiture électrique, ils redonnent désormais la priorité au moteur thermique. Dernier exemple en date, selon Les Échos, Renault envisage de remettre des motorisations thermiques ou hybrides sur certains de ses modèles aujourd'hui 100% électriques. Une réflexion encore à l'étude, mais qui illustre bien ce changement de cap. La dynamique est encore plus visible outre-Atlantique. Le directeur général de Ford a décidé de relancer la production de pick-up à essence, qu'il qualifie d'« opportunité de plusieurs milliards de dollars ». General Motors investit, lui, 900 millions de dollars dans un nouveau moteur thermique. À lire aussiStellantis, symbole d'une Europe automobile fragilisée par la Chine et la transition énergétique Le marché américain freiné par la politique de Donald Trump Pourquoi ce retour à l'essence ? Parce qu'aux États-Unis, le marché de l'électrique ralentit fortement. Les ventes plafonnent. Selon le cabinet AlixPartners, seules sept voitures sur 100 vendues cette année sont électriques – moins d'une sur dix. Et les prévisions sont décevantes. À l'horizon 2030, les véhicules électriques ne représenteraient qu'environ 18% des ventes américaines. Une situation étroitement liée à la politique menée par Donald Trump. Le président américain a supprimé les aides publiques qui soutenaient le marché de l'électrique. Sans subventions, les constructeurs doivent vendre plus cher, les acheteurs hésitent, et les ventes s'essoufflent. Un cercle vicieux, véritable serpent qui se mord la queue. Résultat : si les voitures électriques ne font plus tourner les chaînes de production, ce sont les modèles à essence – et leurs cousines hybrides – qui reprennent le dessus. À lire aussiPourquoi Donald Trump fait involontairement le jeu de la voiture électrique chinoise L'Europe temporise, la Chine accélère En Europe, la situation est plus nuancée. Le Vieux Continent reste en avance sur l'électrique : deux voitures sur dix vendues cette année sont à batterie. Mais la dynamique ralentit également. Bruxelles, qui a fixé à 2035 l'interdiction de vendre des voitures thermiques, discute désormais d'un possible assouplissement de cette échéance. Si cette mesure est validée, les véhicules à essence et hybrides pourraient voir leurs ventes repartir à la hausse. Autre constat : les voitures électriques vendues en Europe sont rarement européennes. Elles sont américaines, souvent chinoises, et produites en Chine – un pays qui fabrique à grande échelle, à moindre coût, tout en maîtrisant les matériaux critiques nécessaires à la production des batteries. Pour l'heure, le moteur thermique conserve donc la cote, mais à un coût environnemental élevé. Retarder la transition automobile, c'est aussi retarder la transition énergétique dans son ensemble. Les constructeurs occidentaux ne renoncent pas à l'électrique. Ils font preuve de prudence. Par pragmatisme, ils prolongent la vie du moteur à essence – un « mariage de convenance » face à un marché incertain. Sur le long terme, l'électrique reste pourtant la solution la plus prometteuse. Reste à savoir qui, des groupes qui misent sur l'innovation ou de ceux qui se rassurent avec le thermique, gagnera la course du futur automobile.

This episode is sponsored by AlixPartners The Disruption Matters special podcast miniseries is back for its fourth season, and this year, leading industry experts will discuss how private markets can still deliver growth, despite the headwinds of a revolution in tech, geopolitics and global markets. In our fourth episode this season, we focus on how best to drive innovation at portfolio companies, and how to ensure such efforts deliver on their promise. That means finding the Goldilocks level of structure that measures and substantiates the process, without smothering good ideas with bureaucracy. Guests include Lara Nemerov, a partner with Alix Partners; Jason McDannold, Americas co-leader of private equity at AlixPartners; Hoyoung Pak, chief AI officer at AlixPartners; John Griffin, a partner with the Sterling Group; and Ben Hanessian, a principal of Baird Capital's portfolio operations.

Cross-selling remains one of the biggest growth opportunities for professional services firms, yet cultural silos, lack of trust and missed client insights mean many struggle to get it right. Join this panel of professional services marketing and BD leaders as they unpack the biggest challenges and opportunities in cross-selling today. Recorded live in London, Will Eke hosts Sadie Baron (Interim CMO, TLT), Barney O'Kelly (Head of Solutions & Product Marketing, AlixPartners), Peter Skinner (BD & Marketing Director, Wedlake Bell) and James Davidge (Head of Origination, Taylor Wessing) as they dive into the pitfalls of cross-firm collaboration, the growth opportunities within reach, and the tools and techniques shaping a culture of cross-selling. They discuss: Why culture change is essential for collaboration How trust keeps referrals moving Using data to spot opportunities and connections The role of leadership in modelling behaviour Tools that make cross-selling work in practice Why clients expect joined-up, integrated advice

Europa heeft acht autofabrieken te veel, concludeert adviesbureau AlixPartners. Afnemende vraag en toenemende concurrentie uit China kunnen er volgens AlixPartners voor zorgen dat maar liefst acht Europese fabrieken moeten sluiten, schrijft Bloomberg. In Europa draaien autofabrieken gemiddeld op slechts 55% van hun capaciteit. Merken van Stellantis, en in het bijzonder Alfa Romeo, presteren het slechtst. Het sluiten van fabrieken is kostbaar en tijdrovend. Verder in de auto-update: Duitse laadstations voor elektrische auto's zijn het doelwit van kabeldiefstal. De Chinese overheid scherpt de regelgeving voor plug-in hybrides aan. Volvo neemt definitief afscheid van de V90.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ANFIA rilancia l'appello di Mario Draghi e chiede misure rapide e concrete per accompagnare la transizione dell'auto con obiettivi più realistici. Intanto l'export della componentistica italiana segna una flessione, penalizzato dal calo della produzione di autoveicoli in Italia e in Europa. L'Automotive Outlook di AlixPartners evidenzia che le emissioni delle auto nuove restano ferme da otto anni, nonostante l'arrivo di modelli elettrici e ibridi. Sul fronte incentivi, Federauto e Unrae contestano l'introduzione dell'Eco-score e sollecitano l'avvio della piattaforma Sogei. A Civitavecchia, infine, Fabio Barone firma il suo settimo Guinness World Record a bordo di una Ferrari SF90 Stradale.

ANFIA rilancia l’appello di Mario Draghi e chiede misure rapide e concrete per accompagnare la transizione dell’auto con obiettivi più realistici. Intanto l’export della componentistica italiana segna una flessione, penalizzato dal calo della produzione di autoveicoli in Italia e in Europa. L’Automotive Outlook di AlixPartners evidenzia che le emissioni delle auto nuove restano ferme da otto anni, nonostante l’arrivo di modelli elettrici e ibridi. Sul fronte incentivi, Federauto e Unrae contestano l’introduzione dell’Eco-score e sollecitano l’avvio della piattaforma Sogei. A Civitavecchia, infine, Fabio Barone firma il suo settimo Guinness World Record a bordo di una Ferrari SF90 Stradale.

Il giornale francese Les Echos ha riferito che Stellantis ha annunciato ai rappresentati sindacali di Poissy che lo stabilimento, che dà lavoro a circa 2mila persone, rimarrà fermo per tre settimane, esattamente dal 13 ottobre al 3 novembre. I dipendenti saranno costretti a prendere una settimana di ferie forzate e 12 giorni di disoccupazione. Ma, sostiene ancora il quotidiano, «l'arresto della produzione non toccherà solamente Poissy, ma altri cinque stabilimenti europei, che si fermeranno temporaneamente nel mese di ottobre». In particolare sono indicate le fabbriche di Eisenach in Germania, di Saragoza in Spagna, del polo polacco di Tychy. Inoltre, è scritto ancora, «Madrid e Pomigliano si fermeranno rispettivamente 14 e 15 giorni». Ne parliamo con Filomena Greco, Il Sole 24 Ore e con Dario Duse, EMEA Leader per Automotive & Industrial e Italy Country Head di AlixPartners.Giorgetti, rottamazione ragionevole, contributo da bancheIl cantiere della manovra riparte dal quadro della crescita, da cui dipenderanno i parametri di debito e deficit su cui costruire la legge di bilancio: dalle prime stime provvisorie contenute nel Dpfp, il documento che sarà inviato in Parlamento entro il 2 ottobre, emerge una crescita tendenziale, cioè senza tener conto delle misure di stimolo all'economia, pari a +0,5% per il 2025 e +0,7% nel 2026. Ieri il ministro Giorgetti ha parlato in collegamento a un evento elettorale della Lega a Pesaro durante il quale ha spiegato: "ho presente la rotta, chiaramente non faccio come quelli che mettono il pilota automatico e non si rendono conto dei temporali che arrivano, la rotta è stata un po' disturbata da temporali" a partire dalla guerra in Ucraina. Sulle misure ha parlato della rottamazione: "L'obiettivo è arrivare alla pace fiscale, termine migliore di rottamazione e battaglia storia della Lega. Ci stiamo lavorando, ormai siamo in vista di un risultato ragionevole utile per arrivare a possibilità di far rifiatare chi si trova in questa situazione, di farlo lavorare per se e la propria impresa e contribuire in ragione delle sue possibilità". Lato entrate, invece, il ministro leghista definisce "assolutamente doveroso" un contributo delle banche dove "non andiamo a fare crociate, ci metteremo al tavolo con loro e troveremo il modo in cui possano dare un contributo al sollievo fiscale": si tratta di intervenire su un settore che ha fatto "utili stratosferici" ma "senza bullizzare nessuno". Approfondiamo il tema con Gianni Trovati, Il Sole 24 Ore.Microchip, al via il progetto da 220 milioni a CataniaQuesta mattina, come ha scritto sul Sole Nino Amadore, a Roma nei locali della sede del Cnr, ha cominciato a prendere forma il progetto strategico per Catania e per l'Europa. Il kick off meeting (la riunione di avvio del progetto) della Linea pilota Wbg (Wide Band Gap) punta alla ricerca e sviluppo sul fronte dei microchip di potenza che permettono di costruire dispositivi più efficienti e compatti per auto elettriche, impianti fotovoltaici, reti intelligenti e industrie avanzate. Un progetto, uno dei cinque finanziati nell'ambito del Chips Act voluto dalla Commissione europea per incentivare la produzione di semiconduttori a livello europeo, portato avanti dal Consorzio Chip4Power, formato dal Cnr come socio di maggioranza, Fondazione Bruno Kessler, Fondazione ChipsIT e Consorzio Iunet, di cui fa parte anche l'Ateneo di Catania. E oggi a Roma all'incontro che sarà aperto dal presidente del Cnr Andrea Lenzi, oltre ai rappresentanti dei due ministeri che hanno sostenuto l'iniziativa (il Mimit e il ministero dell'Università) si ritroveranno tutti i partner: una quindicina distribuiti in sette Paesi dell'Ue (Italia, Svezia, Francia, Germania, Austria, Polonia e Finlandia). Ne parliamo con Nino Amadore, Il Sole 24 Ore.

Discover how to build real B2B influence on LinkedIn, moving beyond mere amplification.Join Lewis Gray and Elliot Elsley as they chat with AlixPartners Head of Solutions & Product Marketing, Barney O'Kelly. Barney brings a refreshingly honest perspective on social strategy in professional services, cutting through the noise to discuss what truly drives impact.In this episode, Barney breaks down the critical distinction between genuine influence and mere content amplification. He reveals the psychological barriers that often prevent professionals from sharing online, the importance of personal branding as a career-long investment, and how to foster authenticity in an AI-saturated world. Learn why genuine human connection and consistent, value-driven engagement far outperform chasing fleeting metrics. This is essential listening for senior marketers, employer brand leads, and social media managers looking to elevate their B2B social presence.Struggling to get your senior leaders or consulting teams active and influential on LinkedIn? This episode addresses common fears and misperceptions, offering actionable insights for cultivating genuine B2B influence and standing out in a crowded digital landscape.Discover the strategies that drive genuine engagement and business success. Get your free copy of the World's Biggest Employee Advocacy Study today.Boost your employee advocacy strategy with expert guidance! Check your program's health with our free Employee Advocacy Health Check. We're working on the 2026 Employee Advocacy Benchmark Report and want to ensure it addresses the challenges you're facing.To understand your biggest challenges, we'd love for you to contribute to the report!Don't miss future episodes! Subscribe to The Employee Advocacy & Influence Podcast wherever you listen.

In this episode, Ampere speaks with Mark Endemaño, Managing Director at AlixPartners, about the rise of broadcaster and streamer partnerships. From Disney+ and ITV in the UK to Netflix and TF1 in France, we explore what has triggered this new wave of collaboration, why it matters now, and how it could reshape the future of the media landscape. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bosch, Continental und ZF gehören weiter zu den Schwergewichten der globalen Automobilzulieferer. Doch die deutschen Player haben ihre besten Zeiten womöglich hinter sich und sind in "einer angespannten Situation", sagt Dr. Alexander Timmer. Liegt das nur an der Transformation zur Elektromobilität? In unserem Podcast erläutert der Autoexperte von Berylls by AlixPartners die Hintergründe! Während deutsche Zulieferer seit 2020 im Schnitt um 5,7 Prozent jährlich wachsen, kommen chinesische Wettbewerber auf stolze 14,7 Prozent, so die neue Zulieferer-Studie von Berylls. Die Entwicklung mag stabil erscheinen, doch 27 der 34 europäischen Unternehmen im Ranking mussten 2024 Umsatzrückgänge verkraften. Über die Gründe dafür hat electrive-Chefredakteur Peter Schwierz mit Alexander Timmer von Berylls by AlixPartners gesprochen. Auffällig ist, dass Bosch, Conti und ZF nie ernsthaft in die großskalige Batteriezellproduktion eingestiegen sind – einem der wichtigsten Geschäftsfelder der Branche für den Wechsel zur Elektromobilität. Rückblickend hält Timmer das für ein zweischneidigen Schwert: „Für den Standort Deutschland oder Europa ist es keine gute Entscheidung gewesen. Für die Unternehmen selbst aber sehr wohl.“ Denn die Zellfertigung sei eine chemische Prozessindustrie, die sich nur schwer mit dem klassischen Automotive-Geschäft vereinbaren lasse. Jetzt noch mit der Batterieproduktion zu starten, sei kaum machbar, denn die Führerschaft asiatischer Hersteller sei so weit voraus, dass ein Einstieg einem „Uphill-Battle über viele Jahre“ gleichkäme. Die Kehrseite: Der Abstand zu Korea, Japan und vor allem China ist heute „unaufholbar“. Während europäische Player wie das mittlerweile insolvente und nun im Übernahmeverfahren durch Lyten steckende Northvolt mit Verzögerungen bei der Produktion kämpfen, dominieren die chinesischen Player CATL und BYD den Weltmarkt – trotz jüngster Rückgänge. „Der Wachstumspfad für CATL ist weiter gezeichnet“, betont Timmer. Damit einher geht eine Wachablösung in der Zuliefererbranche: Wo keine Zylinderkopfdichtungen mehr gefragt ist, sondern eben Batteriezellen, verändern sich Marktanteile. Timmers jährliche Studie listet übrigens auch sechs neue Zulieferer unter den Top 100 – allein vier davon aus China. Darunter den Elektronikkonzern Huawei, dessen Automotive-Sparte um „sagenhafte 465 Prozent“ zulegte. Diese Dynamik sei kein Zufall, so Timmer: „Da kommen Player in den Markt mit einer sehr großen Marktmacht und auch mit dem Willen, Marktanteile zu gewinnen.“ China baue nicht nur seine Fahrzeugproduktion aus, sondern etabliere parallel eine mächtige Zulieferindustrie. Prognosen von Berylls zufolge könnten chinesische Unternehmen schon rund um das Jahr 2031 Deutschland und Japan als führende Zulieferernationen ablösen. Wie ist die Lage konkret? ZF kämpft mit Margendruck und hohen Verlusten in der Antriebssparte, Bosch baut Stellen ab, Continental strukturiert sich radikal um. Positiv sei immerhin, dass Bosch früh Trends wie das „Software-Defined Vehicle“ besetzt habe, während Continental sich mit Spin-offs fokussiere. Trotzdem wird der Kuchen kleiner: Hersteller holen mehr Wertschöpfung ins eigene Haus – vom Antrieb bis zu Softwarelösungen. „De facto wird das, was übrig ist für den Zulieferer, weniger“, fasst Timmer zusammen. Neben der technischen Umstellung erschweren politische Schwankungen die Planung. Die jüngste Flexibilisierung der EU-Flottengrenzwerte verschafft Verbrennungskomponenten zwar Luft, verzögert aber Elektromobilitätsprojekte. „Planungssicherheit ist Gold wert – die gibt es derzeit nicht“, kritisiert Timmer. Für deutsche Zulieferer sieht er Chancen vor allem bei Software, Elektronik und auf neuen Märkten wie Indien – nicht jedoch in einer späten Aufholjagd bei Batteriezellen. Das nachdenkliche Gespräch über die Umbrüche im Markt der Zulieferer im Vorfeld der IAA Mobility in München sollten Sie nicht verpassen!

Holly Etlin, retail turnaround management specialist at AlixPartners, discusses the benefits of restructuring companies inside and outside the courtroom, from prearranged to formal filings and even the rare LME in between in the space.

This episode is sponsored by AlixPartners The Disruption Matters special podcast miniseries is back for its fourth season, and this year, leading industry experts discuss how private markets can deliver “weatherproof growth”, despite the headwinds of a tech revolution, geopolitics and volatile global markets. In our third episode this season, we focus on how best to decide where, when and how to use AI tools to deliver growth, no matter the weather. These are groundbreaking technologies, but like any other tool, they're only as good as the people using them. Even today, the buck still stops at the human leadership of the portfolio company and the private equity firm. Guests include Jeremy Lehman, a director at Alix Partners; Jason McDannold, Americas co-leader of private equity at AlixPartners; Hoyoung Pak, global co-leader, AI and data, at AlixPartners; Sanjay Ravi, managing director at Partners Group; Lou D'Ambrosio, the co-lead of Goldman Sach's global portfolio operations and value accelerator; Cory Eaves, partner and head of portfolio operations at BayPine; and Jay Park, the co-founder and managing partner of Prysm Capital. For further reading on this show's topics: Practical AI For Private Equity Operating Partners | AlixPartners

In this episode of Shoe-In Show, Bryan Eshelman, Partner & Managing Director, AlixPartners unpacks the results of their latest survey—revealing how shifting consumer habits, earlier shopping timelines, and tariff pressures are reshaping the footwear market. Tune in as Bryan, Matt, and Andy discuss what parents are buying, when they're shopping, and the retail strategies brands must embrace to stay ahead this season. With special guest: Bryan Eshelman, Partner & Managing Director, AlixPartners Hosted by: Matt Priest and Andy Polk

Shoot us a Text.Episode #1088: We're kicking off the week with Elon Musk mixing politics and business, a brutal forecast for China's crowded EV market, and one unforgettable funeral send-off in Detroit.Show Notes with links:Elon Musk's creation of the “America” political party is fueling investor anxiety as Tesla faces a pivotal year marked by declining sales, shifting strategy, and mounting public scrutiny.Musk aims to influence key House and Senate races in 2026 via his new party, but analysts fear it could distract from Tesla's core business and turnaround plans.Tesla's global sales fell 13% in Q2; shares are down 20% year-to-date amid shifting investor sentiment.Consumer surveys show Tesla's brand perception continuing to erode in the U.S., ranking last among 19 EV makers in a May survey.Azoria Partners delayed its Tesla ETF launch, citing conflict with Musk's CEO responsibilities.“I encourage the Board to…evaluate whether [Musk's ambitions] are compatible with his full-time obligations,” said Azoria CEO James Fishback.A new report by AlixPartners projects that only 15 out of 129 EV and plug-in hybrid brands in China will survive through 2030, as fierce competition and overcapacity push the market toward consolidation.The surviving 15 brands are expected to control 75% of the market, each selling over 1 million units annually.Most Chinese EV makers remain unprofitable with the current market driving innovation and unsustainable pricing models; only BYD and Li Auto have achieved full-year profitability.Despite low profitability, regional governments may continue to support struggling brands to protect local economies.“This environment has driven remarkable advances...but it has also left many companies struggling,” said Stephen Dyer of AlixPartners.Meanwhile, Sony Honda Mobility's operating loss more than doubled to ¥52B ($362M) as it pushes to launch the Afeela EV this year.Darrell Thomas, a beloved Detroit car wash owner and NHRA-licensed drag racer, was known for his generosity. At his funeral, his family honored that legacy in dramatic fashion—showering the community with rose petals and $5,000 in cash from a helicopter during a public celebration of his life.The tribute shut down a stretch of Gratiot Avenue in front of Showroom Shine Express.The family says they informed police, though DPD claims they weren't told about the money drop.The FAA has launched an investigation into the aerial drop, but no action is expected from local authorities, according to Detroit Police.“This was a final expression of love from him to the community because he was a giver,” said niece Crystal Perry.Join Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier every morning for the Automotive State of the Union podcast as they connect the dots across car dealerships, retail trends, emerging tech like AI, and cultural shifts—bringing clarity, speed, and people-first insight to automotive leaders navigating a rapidly changing industry.Get the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/

Chinesische Zulieferer wachsen, europäische kämpfen – und ausgerechnet die Batteriegiganten schwächeln. In dieser Folge sprechen wir exklusiv vorab mit Fabian Piontek und Jürgen Simon von Berylls by Alix Partners über die Ergebnisse der neuen Top-100-Zuliefererstudie: Wer verliert, wer gewinnt – und was jetzt entscheidend ist. Ein Gespräch über E-Mobilität, Software, geopolitischen Druck und die Frage: Wer liefert morgen noch?

Chinesische Zulieferer wachsen, europäische kämpfen – und ausgerechnet die Batteriegiganten schwächeln. In dieser Folge sprechen wir exklusiv vorab mit Fabian Piontek und Jürgen Simon von Berylls by Alix Partners über die Ergebnisse der neuen Top-100-Zuliefererstudie: Wer verliert, wer gewinnt – und was jetzt entscheidend ist. Ein Gespräch über E-Mobilität, Software, geopolitischen Druck und die Frage: Wer liefert morgen noch?

Mentre in Europa le Regioni dell'auto rappresentate dall'ARA fanno sentire la loro voce, le stime sul mercato restano poco esaltanti. Come raccontato da Dario Duse, Managing director e Country Head per l'Italia di AlixPartners che ha curato un outlook sulle prospettive da qui al 2030, l'automotive europeo arrancherà ancora per qualche anno, anche per la competizione dei marchi asiatici.E a proposito di auto europea, Stellantis rinnova la sua squadra con altri tre top manager italiani.

This episode is sponsored by AlixPartners The Disruption Matters special podcast miniseries is back for its fourth season, and this year, leading industry experts will discuss how private markets can deliver “weatherproof growth”, despite the headwinds of a tech revolution, geopolitics and volatile global markets. In this second episode, we focus on how best to assess, manage and, where necessary, recruit leaders capable of delivering growth in the face of such macroeconomic uncertainty. We learn about the very special “PhDs” that are fit for the moment, how technology can help with such a task, and how analog issues still matter most when it comes to leadership. Guests include Ted Bililies, global co-leader of transformative leadership at AlixPartners; Jason McDannold, Americas co-leader of private equity at AlixPartners; Hoyoung Pak, global co-leader, AI and data at AlixPartners; Allison Walker, head of talent for FTV Capital; Tyler Wolfram, managing partner of Oak Hill Capital Partners; Ditte Marstrand Wulf, head of leadership and culture at Triton; Andrew Weinberg, founder, CEO and co-chair of Brightstar Capital Partners; and Erik Brooks, founder and managing partner of Ethos Capital. For further reading on this show's topics: Transformative Leadership: What it is and why it matters The Golden Age Of AI Experimentation For CEOs | AlixPartners (part one of two) AI Alone Won't See Companies Succeed: Leadership Will | AlixPartners (part two of two) Clips Any Given Sunday, Oliver Stone, Warner Bros. Patton, Franklin J Schaffner, 20th Century Fox Stand and Deliver, Ramón Menéndez, Warner Bros.

TOPIC: Industry Outlook PANEL: Mark Wakefield, AlixPartners; Gary Vasilash, shinymetalboxes.net; John McElroy, Autoline.tv

The Equality Conversation podcast with bestselling author Joy Burnford explores what we can all do to champion gender equality at work and is dedicated to the retention and progression of female talent in organisations. Each episode offers inspiration, stories and practical solutions from experts, leaders and senior business women from around the world. Achieving gender balance at work isn't about fixing the women, it's about changing the system. So, if you're looking for insights, guidance or advice on how to enable women to thrive in your organisation, grab a cuppa, go for a walk, or escape for a while and join us for today's conversation.In this episode, Joy Burnford interviews Kathryn Britten. Kathryn is Partner and Managing Director of global consulting firm, AlixPartners. Kathryn joins Joy to talk about her career journey in a male-dominated industry, how men and women leaders lead differently when faced with disruption, and her experience of what works well when it comes to the progression and retention of women in the workplace. 

This episode is sponsored by AlixPartners The Disruption Matters special podcast miniseries is back for its fourth season, and this year, leading industry experts will discuss how private markets can still deliver “weatherproof growth”, despite the headwinds of a revolution in tech, geopolitics and global markets. In this first episode, we set the stage by acknowledging the unique pressures of the moment, as well as what they have in common with covid and how they differ. Our experts then detail the best practices around 100-day response plans, which are all-hands-on-deck sprints to respond to pressures on a company's fortunes. Sustained discipline and collaborating with customers prove to be the keys to unlocking the latent potential of a disruption. As one panelist puts it, “Never let a good crisis go to waste.” Guests include Jason McDannold, co-lead of the private equity practice at AlixPartners; Hoyoung Pak, partner, managing director and global co-lead of the AI & Data Practice Group at AlixPartners; Mary Rachide, a managing director with ICV Partners; Bert Notini, a managing director at New Mountain Capital and co-lead of the firm's operating partner group; and John Sander, a principal in portfolio solutions at Lightyear Capital.

Shoot us a Text.Episode #1056: Today we're talking about Elon Musk's dramatic exit from government, the rising appeal of extended-range EVs as a hybrid-EV mashup, and how Amazon wants to talk you into your next purchase—literally—with AI-generated audio highlights.Show Notes with links:Elon Musk has exited his role as a special government employee under the Trump administration's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), after a controversial 130-day crusade to slash federal spending.Musk's off-boarding began suddenly, without a direct talk with Trump.His DOGE plan aimed to cut $2 trillion but claimed only $175B in savings—an unverifiable figure.He aggressively targeted federal telework policies and agency redundancies, prompting both voluntary exits and court challenges.Clashes with cabinet members and critiques of Trump's tax plan sped his exit.Musk, reflecting on the challenge: “The federal bureaucracy situation is much worse than I realized.”With hybrids on the rise and EV momentum cooling, automakers are revisiting a once-overlooked technology: the extended-range electric vehicle (EREV). Acting like an EV with backup, EREVs offer consumers a new kind of compromise.EREVs run on electric motors exclusively; the gas engine charges the battery, not the wheels.Sales in China are up, and new models are coming stateside from Ram, Nissan, Ford, and Scout.Ram's 2025 Ramcharger boasts 145 miles of electric range and a total of 690 with the gas engine.ZF and other suppliers are betting big on smaller, smarter range-extender systems launching globally.“EREVs...provide the benefits of an EV with the flexibility of a hybrid, at a relatively lower cost,” said AlixPartners' Dan Hearsch.Amazon is rolling out a new AI-powered audio feature designed to make product research less of a chore. “Hear the highlights” offers short audio summaries of key product info—ideal for the multitasking shopper.The feature pulls from product pages, reviews, and web data to generate brief, conversational scripts that are read by AIIt's currently being tested on select products like a Ninja Blender and Keurig coffee maker.Amazon VP Rajiv Mehta says it's “like having helpful friends” talk through your shopping choices.It may soon integrate with Alexa+, Amazon's upgraded AI voice assistant, to power hands-free buying.CEO Andy Jassy revealed Amazon is developing 1,000+ generative AI tools, calling AI the “reinvention” of customer experience.Join Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier every morning for the Automotive State of the Union podcast as they connect the dots across car dealerships, retail trends, emerging tech like AI, and cultural shifts—bringing clarity, speed, and people-first insight to automotive leaders navigating a rapidly changing industry.Get the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/

*Hosted by Radu Palamariu*In this episode, I interviewed Brian Nemeth, Managing Director at AlixPartners, where we talked about the ripple effects of tariffs on global supply chains. We dived into real-world case studies, the resurgence of the bullwhip effect, and the strategic decisions supply chain leaders must make under pressure. Brian shared his on-the-ground experience helping major companies react and adapt quickly to uncertainty, offering actionable insights on scenario planning, automation, and global sourcing diversification.Discover more details here.Follow us on:Instagram: http://bit.ly/2Wba8v7Twitter: http://bit.ly/2WeulzXLinkedin: http://bit.ly/2w9YSQXFacebook: http://bit.ly/2HtryLd

April 22, 2025 ~ Mark Wakefield, global automotive market lead at AlixPartners, joins Lloyd, Jamie, and former congressman Dave Trott to discuss the rise of Chinese auto brands, their potential to control a substantial portion of the global market, and focusing on markets like Russia and the Middle East following tariffs from the U.S.

“You're not going to be able to completely eliminate your tariff exposure. There are three frames under which to think about tariffs: How will you mitigate in the short term? How will you think about it in the medium term from your customer's perspective and pricing? And how will you think about a long-term realignment of supply chains?” - Richeek Maitra, Director, AlixPartners With tariffs dominating the news cycle and sending global markets on a wild ride, procurement is scrambling to figure out the practical implications of tariffs on global supply chains and their own organization's procurement strategy.  In this timely Art of Procurement podcast episode, host Philip Ideson welcomes Richeek Maitra, a Director at AlixPartners and an expert on tariffs and their effects on the global supply chain and procurement operations. As Richeek advises, procurement shouldn't (over) react to every single news story about tariffs, but everyone should be planning both short- and long-term strategies to safeguard their organizations from negative tariff-related fallout while still maintaining a competitive advantage.  In short, procurement shouldn't act as if the sky is falling, but they shouldn't stick their heads in the sand and pretend it's just business as usual either. In this episode, Richeek explains: How procurement should interpret new tariff announcements and estimate potential impacts on specific spend categories and supplier relationships A practical response framework to tariffs that includes immediate tactical moves (like duty engineering) to long-term supply chain restructuring How to adopt a rational approach to China sourcing decisions that balances global trends with company-specific circumstances Links: Richeek Maitra on LinkedIn Subscribe to This Week in Procurement Subscribe to Art of Procurement on YouTube  

Tariff chaos has tossed retailers into a crisis similar to Covid in 2020, leaving them unable to plan ahead, according to AlixPartners, the financial advisory and global consulting firm. “It’s a little crazy and retailers are canceling orders,” Holly Etlin, a partner at the firm and restructuring veteran, tells Bloomberg News’ Reshmi Basu and Bloomberg Intelligence’s Stephen Flynn in the latest Credit Edge podcast. There’s a “real crisis, everybody going nuts,” she added, referring to pricing, inventory and shipping decisions that retailers are trying to make. Etlin also discusses the impact of elevated bankruptcy costs, the outlook for more coercive liability management exercises, how retailers are using asset-based loans as a lifeline and the turnaround of Tailored Brands.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's episode, we take a look at the impact of how US tariffs are reverberating through the global automotive industry. Ford Motor Company is preparing to raise prices on cars rolling off assembly lines starting next month if President Donald Trump doesn't deliver on the tariff relief he's hinted at for automakers, while Chinese EV maker Xpeng is ramping up its global expansion -- despite the intensifying trade war between Washington and Beijing, and the European Union's punitive tariffs against Chinese cars. We speak with Dr. Stephen Dyer, Head of the Asia Automotive Practice at AlixPartners. Plus - Warnings from Chair Jerome Powell that trade tensions risk undermining the Federal Reserve's employment and inflation goals whipped up fresh volatility on Wall Street Wednesday, with stocks resuming sharp declines while haven assets like Treasuries and gold surged. We unpack the day's market moves with Shams Afzal, Managing Director at the Carnegie Investment Counsel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, James Dolman, CFA, Director of Alium Dolman Limited, interviews Saffron Hill, CFA, Management Consulting Associate at AlixPartners. Saffron discusses her career journey in the investment industry, from taking the Investment Management Certificate (IMC) as part of her employee training, to using the skills, knowledge, and disciplines she gained to move into the next stage of her career. Not one to stop there, Saffron has since gained her CFA, and closes off the episode with some foundational advice to anyone on a similar path.

TOPIC: Tariff Impact PANEL: Mark Wakefield, AlixPartners; David Welch, Bloomberg; Gary Vasilash, shinymetalboxes.net; John McElroy, Autoline.tv

January 30, 2025 ~ According to a new survey of CEOs and senior executives, the automotive sector will be the most disrupted major industry in 2025. Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk with AlixPartners partner Stephen Tapley about the possible disruptions the industry could face this year.

We kick off the hour talking markets with Victoria Greene of G Squared Private Wealth and Ohsung Kwon of BofA Securities, analyzing today's key trends. Our Leslie Picker provides critical takeaways on banks, setting the stage for tomorrow's earnings. Former Cleveland Fed President Loretta Mester shares her take on CPI data, the Beige Book, and Fed policy, while Evercore ISI's Krishna Guha offers a deep dive into market strategies. Simon Freakley of AlixPartners discusses CEO priorities and challenges in 2025, including their biggest worries. Our Diana Olick reports on how LA wildfires are driving demand in the REIT sector, with insights into upgrades and trends for key players like Essex and Avalon Bay.

“I think there is an element of mastering your own destiny, a sense of showing up and being engaged in the conversation about what the change should be and the nature and how you do it.” - Aaron Addicoat, Director at AlixPartners  In a session at Mastermind Live 2024, Kelly Barner spoke with Aaron Addicoat, Director at AlixPartners, to examine the ways procurement can adapt their operating model to achieve business objectives - and do so with the right attitude. Aaron's passion for procurement and all it encompasses was apparent as he shared his thoughts on: The level of awareness and forethought procurement must invest in adapting and improving their operating models  The ways certain mindsets can enable a more comfortable and efficient relationship with change The importance of making changes that empower the user experience Links: Aaron Addicoat on LinkedIn Watch on demand: Mastermind LIVE 2024 Listen to Deloitte's 2023 CPO Survey with Aaron Subscribe to This Week in Procurement Subscribe to Art of Procurement on YouTube  

Shoot us a Text.The clock is about to run out on 2024, but that doesn't stop the grind of the retail auto industry! Today we're covering the latest awkwardness from the potential Honda-Nissan merger, how California dealers are threatening to sue Scout over their DTC plans, and over-priced fast food.Show Notes with links:Honda's CEO Toshihiro Mibe faced an awkward press moment when asked why Nissan would make a good business partner, candidly admitting, “That's a difficult one,” when trying to explain the rationale. The comment highlights broader skepticism and questions surrounding the partnership.Honda has a solid hybrid lineup but struggles with EV development after parting ways with GM. Meanwhile, Nissan faces financial instability and a declining EV market share despite its history as an early leader with the Leaf.Nissan's robust manufacturing network and supply chain might align with Honda's hybrid expertise. However, overlapping product offerings could limit potential benefits.Nissan's shares initially soared over 60% after the deal's announcement but have since plunged by 13% over two days, signaling investor doubts.Both companies face uphill battles, with AlixPartners estimating any meaningful results from a merger might take three to five years.“Ideally, it would've been a healthy and financially sound company, rather than Nissan,” said analyst Julie Boote, echoing doubts about the merger's feasibility.California's new-car dealers are pushing back against Volkswagen Group and Scout Motors, accusing them of violating state law by taking direct-to-consumer refundable deposits for their upcoming electric Scout models.California's amended Vehicle Code, effective Jan. 1, 2024, prohibits automakers or their affiliates from direct-to-consumer sales if they already have franchised dealerships in the state. Tesla is exempt, as it has never operated through franchisees.Dealers argue Scout's sales model excludes VW's 50 franchisees in California, cutting them out of Scout's EV sales opportunities.Scout insists it's independent from VW, designing a unique electric platform, and claims the direct sales model aligns with their “customer-first vision.”A recent study has named Shake Shack and Five Guys as America's most overpriced fast-food chains, sparking debate over whether premium pricing for burgers and fries is really worth it.Preply analyzed over 57,000 Google Reviews, highlighting Shake Shack as the most overpriced chain, followed by Five Guys and Sugar Factory. Key terms like “expensive” and “not worth the money” dominated customer feedback.A viral receipt showing $22 for a Five Guys burger, soda, and fries led to widespread backlash, with one post asking, “What is the right amount these days?”Despite the criticism, Shake Shack posted strong Q3 earnings, with a 14.7% revenue surge and 17 new locations. CEO Rob Lynch said, “We are proud of the resuHosts: Paul J Daly and Kyle MountsierGet the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/ Read our most recent email at: https://www.asotu.com/media/push-back-email

Consultancy AlixPartners works with top companies around the world, giving it a front row seat at how industries are changing. Its annual Disruption Index takes an even closer look at these changes surveying leaders to understand the biggest opportunities and challenges they see, all while identifying the tipping points ahead in everything from global labor markets to technologies. CEO Simon Freakley breaks down surprising insights from the Index's fifth edition, including the ways leaders have become more adept at handling change since COVID and the skills CEOs say they need to strengthen now. He uses his own experience to put key takeaways into sharp focus, sharing the traits effective technology leaders must develop and the tactical questions they must ask themselves to navigate disruption and eventually drive the transformation of their sectors.  For more information:  AlixPartners: 2024 Disruption Index: Related podcasts:  What's next for data driven medicine - and what AI-powered innovation needs now: Insitro CEO Daphne Koller: Build a culture of innovation: HPE's CTO shares what must be in place: 7 top innovators share strategies that drive cutting edge solutions:

Consultancy AlixPartners works with top companies around the world, giving it a front row seat at how industries are changing. Its annual Disruption Index takes an even closer look at these changes surveying leaders to understand the biggest opportunities and challenges they see, all while identifying the tipping points ahead in everything from global labor markets to technologies. CEO Simon Freakley breaks down surprising insights from the Index's fifth edition, including the ways leaders have become more adept at handling change since COVID and the skills CEOs say they need to strengthen now. He uses his own experience to put key takeaways into sharp focus, sharing the traits effective technology leaders must develop and the tactical questions they must ask themselves to navigate disruption and eventually drive the transformation of their sectors. For more information: AlixPartners: https://www.alixpartners.com/ 2024 Disruption Index: https://disruption.alixpartners.com/ Related podcasts: What's next for data driven medicine - and what AI-powered innovation needs now: Insitro CEO Daphne Koller: https://www.weforum.org/podcasts/meet-the-leader/episodes/daphne-koller-insitro-data-driven-medicine-ai/ Build a culture of innovation: HPE's CTO shares what must be in place: https://www.weforum.org/podcasts/meet-the-leader/episodes/fidelma-russo-innovation-cto/ 7 top innovators share strategies that drive cutting edge solutions: https://www.weforum.org/podcasts/meet-the-leader/episodes/top-innovator-strategies-tactics/

The Disruption Matters special podcast miniseries is back for a third season, and this year, leading industry experts discuss how private markets can best use today's technologies to create value. In the sixth and final episode of this season, we delve into how best to begin creating value using AI and other cutting-edge technology. It's no surprise that picking the right priorities is key, but so is staffing and senior management buy-in. With so many service providers, systems and apps in the market making so many promises, it's hard to imagine where to begin the process. While every GP and every portfolio company has unique needs and challenges, we offer the first principles that should guide listeners, no matter the size or strategy of the firm. Guests include Matt Katz, global head of data science at Blackstone; Chris Satchell, managing director of tech and digital at Clayton, Dubilier and Rice; Raj Kushwaha, co-head of value creation and chief digital officer at Warburg Pincus; Misha Logvinov, a managing director at MGX; Tim Kiely, operating principal at BayPine; Hoyoung Pak, global co-lead of the AI & Data Practice Group at AlixPartners; and Jason McDannold, Americas co-lead, Private Equity, at AlixPartners.

Edward Hightower is an accomplished global automotive engineering and business executive, entrepreneur, trusted advisor, and author.  In this interview, we hear from Edward Hightower, the author of Motoring Africa, and our Host Ray Hightower's brother! He shares his lifelong passion for the automotive industry and the future of long-range electric vehicles in Africa.  About our Guest:  Edward Hightower is the managing director at Motoring Ventures LLC, an investment, growth, strategy, and operations consulting firm focused on driving value + impact in automotive and manufacturing businesses around the world. He has extensive operating experience throughout the Americas, Europe, Asia, and Africa. He previously led GM's $15 billion Global Crossovers business as the executive chief engineer and vehicle line executive and served in leadership roles at Ford and BMW. He also worked as a hands-on management consultant at AlixPartners, LLP. He is the author of the book "Motoring Africa: Sustainable Automotive Industrialization (published in 2018).” Hightower serves on the boards of directors of Tempel Steel – a global manufacturer of precision components for electric motors; and HEVO Power – a designer, developer, and manufacturer of wireless charging systems for electric vehicles. He is also an advisor to the board, CEO, and leadership of Kiira Motors – a manufacturer of electric city busses, based in Uganda, East Africa. Relevant Links Kira Motors - Vehicles in Uganda - https://www.kiiramotors.com/ Motoring Africa by Edward T Hightower https://amzn.to/3wcF0Kx Ten Lessons for a Post-Pandemic World by Fareed Zakaria  https://amzn.to/3gdd1U9 Who Not How: The Formula to Achieve Bigger Goals Through Accelerating Teamwork by Dan Sullivan and Benjamin Dr. Hardy https://amzn.to/3cqVAhA Get Know Edward:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/ethmotoring/  About Ray Hightower: Ray Hightower is a tech company founder and commercial real estate investor based in Phoenix, Arizona, USA. He serves as CEO of Bridgetown Partners, the creator of ROIClear. https://ROIClear.com https://BridgetownPartners.com https://RayHightower.com #ROIClear #Entrepreneurship​ #Business  #RealEstate  Note: ROI Clear is written without spaces: ROIClear.

This episode is sponsored by AlixPartners The Disruption Matters special podcast miniseries is back for a third season, and this year, leading industry experts discuss how private markets can best use today's technologies to create value. In this fifth episode, we discuss tech's role in recruiting, onboarding and developing talent. Along the way, we address how best to recruit Gen Z, the limits of AI in this particular arena and how tech is changing the nature of talent management as a discipline. With tech tackling so many of the rudimentary tasks around talent management, human capital professionals will be freed up to focus on the more complicated tasks around motivation, evaluation and leadership. In short, tech may make some duties simpler, but the key challenges of managing people will still need to be addressed by humans. Guests include Christopher P Trendler, managing director and head of portfolio talent at Madison Dearborn Partners; Nicole Jones, talent director, portfolio support group at Advent International; John Sander, principal, portfolio solutions at Lightyear Capital; and Ted Bililies, the global leader of transformative leadership at AlixPartners. Clips - Her. Spike Jonze, Annapurna Pictures, Warner Bros. Pictures - M3GAN. Akela Cooper, Universal Pictures

This episode is sponsored by AlixPartners The Disruption Matters special podcast series is back for a third season, and this year, leading industry experts discuss how private markets can best use today's technologies to create value. In this fourth episode, we discuss tech's role in improving the speed, rigour and ease of roll-up strategies, where a private equity firm acquires a platform company in a fragmented industry and uses M&A to consolidate targets to create a market leader. It's a popular strategy for the simple reason: it's worked so well in recent years. We'll look at what today's cutting-edge tools, including AI, can do for roll-up strategies, and where human expertise and experience still can't be replaced. Guests include David Poole, partner, executive chair of digital at Stanley Capital; Max Julian Kaye, principal at Battery Ventures; Saurabh Singh, partner at AlixPartners; Jason McDannold, partner and managing director at AlixPartners; and Hoyoung Pak, partner and managing director at AlixPartners. Clips -"People," Barbara Streisand. Funny Girl. Capitol -"Human Touch," Bruce Springsteen. Human Touch. Columbia

In this podcast, LM Group News Editor Jeff Berman interviews Marc Iampieri, global co-leader of the Logistics & Transportation practice, as well as Partner and Managing Director, for New York-based AlixPartners, a New York-based global consulting firm.

This episode is sponsored by AlixPartners The Disruption Matters special podcast miniseries is back for a third season, and this year, leading industry experts discuss how private markets can best use today's technologies to create value. In this third episode, we will discuss life after the 100-day plan and that tricky middle period where effective portfolio management is paramount, especially if the company isn't growing in line with expectations. Here we'll investigate how tech and AI can be used to diagnose problems, even propose solutions, and how much the human element still matters in managing a crisis. For example, no workforce wants management relying on AI bots to sell them on a new strategic direction. Guests include Arvindh Kumar, partner and co-head of technology, private equity at EQT; Antony Edwards, managing director at PSG Equity; Neil Kalvelage, co-lead of portfolio operations team efforts at Centerbridge; and Dan Boland, partner and managing director at AlixPartners. Clips: - Magnum Force. John Milius, Robert Daily, Warner Bros, The Malpaso Company. - RoboCop. Edward Neumeier, Michael Miner, Arne Schmidt, Orion Pictures.

In this episode, Uzair talks to Tabarak Rehman who is attempting to become the first person ever to run 1,400 kilometers across the length of Pakistan to raise awareness around the country's education crisis. His goal is to raise $1 million for The Citizens Foundation, an incredible non-profit that operates nearly 2,000 schools in Pakistan. Tabarak is a New York-based Turnaround & Restructuring Consultant at AlixPartners, who's also super passionate about educating Pakistani students. Through his social media, he has guided hundreds of Pakistani students toward higher education in the U.S., even helping secure over a million dollars in student loans for at least 30 of them. His academic journey started from his boarding high school, Cadet College Hasan Abdal after which he went to IBA Karachi for his undergrad and then Northeastern University in Boston, where he earned his Master's degree. He also holds a CFA Charter. You can support Tabarak's cause here - https://fundraise.tcfglobal.org/fundraiser/384593207740/tabarak-runs-across-pakistan-for-education Follow Tabarak's run here - https://www.instagram.com/tabarakruns/ Chapters: 0:00 Introduction 3:20 Tabarak's journey 14:45 Resources for getting an education in the US 20:30 Running 1,400 kilometers 26:30 Training regimen 32:00 How to help 38:10 Reading recommendations Reading recommendations: - David and Goliath by Malcolm Gladwell - The Richest Man in Babylon by George Clason - Built to Last by James C. Collins and Jerry I. Porras

TOPICS: What legacy OEMs have to do to overcome China's advantage. PANEL: Mark Wakefield, AlixPartners; Keith Naughton, Bloomberg; John McElroy, Autoline.tv; Gary Vasilash, shinymetalboxes.net

Andrea interviews Stefano Aversa, chair of EMEA and vice chair globally for AlixPartners. Stefano shares his experience of leading through disruption, creating flexible organisations, and driving change. From crisis management to empowering communities, Stefano shares practical tips for leaders navigating uncertainty. Stefano's experience in turnarounds and his work with the Andrea Bocelli Foundation provide a unique perspective on leadership in both business and non-profit sectors. KEY TAKEAWAYS Disruptions, rather than economic cycles, now dominate the business world, requiring leaders to be more agile and prepared with multiple contingency plans. Creating a small crisis can be an effective strategy to drive change and address underlying issues in an organisation. CEOs today are feeling more uncertain about their roles, with 79% expressing doubts due to technological changes and geopolitical shifts. The trend in leadership is moving towards more consensus-oriented, caring, and authentic styles, although results still ultimately determine a CEO's success. Private equity-backed companies tend to have less patience for underperforming CEOs, typically expecting significant improvements within the first two years. Non-profit organisations can benefit from applying business principles while addressing unique challenges in extreme situations. Talent should be viewed not just as a gift but as an obligation to develop and share with others. Leaders must learn to navigate ambiguity and uncertainty, turning these challenges into opportunities for growth and innovation. BEST MOMENTS "Crisis is one of the best management skills, but measurement school. I tend to say that the crisis is an opportunity which is too important to miss." "Sometimes I create the crisis even when there is not, and it could be a small crisis, but for example, very often there is some uneasiness in the organisation." "The CEOs is more unsure today than they used to be.” "Talent is an obligation. It's not just a gift. It's an obligation to develop." VALUABLE RESOURCES Like the show? Please leave or write a review on your favourite podcast platform! The World Class Leaders Show YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC59dect0RJ5cuxIXsX7hCRw Let Andrea know your thoughts or share your comments via LinkedIn or via email For more information on Andrea's work and access to other valuable resources, please visit the website    If you don't want to miss any episode and receive the full article in your inbox, subscribe today to our blog Need more? Book a 30 min call here: Need more? Book a 30 min call here: https://calendly.com/andreapetrone/strategy-call-30. ABOUT THE HOST My name is Andrea Petrone. I'm a Human Performance and Leadership Advisor, Executive Coach and International Speaker. I help leaders and their teams to change their mindsets and master their leadership capabilities so they can achieve extraordinary performance. I've been in the corporate world for more than 20 years working globally - in 6 countries and 3 continents - for medium-large companies.

In the world of financial crime compliance, few names resonate as profoundly as Tom Scampion's. Born in Warwickshire, UK, Tom's career journey has been anything but ordinary. From his early days in the corporate world to leading his own venture, Tom's story is a testament to the power of data, the importance of collaboration, and the relentless pursuit of innovation. Tom's company, Global Screening Services has attracted funding from top-tier investors like AlixPartners, The Cynosure Group, Commonwealth Bank of Australia, and MUFG.

In this exclusive interview recorded live from the Ownit AI Podcast Studio at CommerceNext 2024, Noam Paransky, Chief Omni and Innovation Officer at Tapestry, shares insights on the company's digital transformation journey and the evolving role of omnichannel in luxury retail. With an extensive background in consulting at Kurt Salmon Associates (now part of Accenture Strategy), AlixPartners, and Gap Inc., Noam brings a wealth of experience to his current position. Noam discusses the importance of creating unified platforms across Tapestry's family of brands, including Coach, while also tailoring omnichannel initiatives to each brand's unique needs. He emphasizes the significance of empowering store associates and adapting digital strategies to enhance the human touch in retail. Discover how Tapestry is leveraging generative AI to improve customer service, synthesize field feedback through the innovative "Tell Rexy" program, and create more engaging shopping experiences during the holiday season and beyond.