#60 - Brian Ippolito, Managing Director, Eastward Partners Inc.

In this episode of Behind the Hire, Jesse sits down with Brian Ippolito, Managing Director at Eastward Partners Inc., to discuss what it takes to succeed in executive hiring within private equity and venture capital-backed companies. Brian shares how leadership expectations differ from public companies, the biggest mistakes executives make when pursuing PE- and VC-backed opportunities, and why understanding investor priorities is essential for long-term success. The conversation also explores today's competitive executive job market, the growing importance of networking and personal branding, and why executives must now demonstrate measurable business impact from their use of AI. Whether you're pursuing a VP or C-suite role, this episode delivers practical insights to help you better position yourself in today's evolving leadership landscape. Brian Email: [email protected]