How PE Should Support Portfolio Company Acquisitions

Barak Routhenstein, Vice President of Corporate Development at Profile Products The collaboration between a Private Equity (PE) firm and a portfolio company during an acquisition is a powerful partnership. Together, they create a synergistic environment where growth and value thrive.  In this episode of the M&A Science Podcast, we will explore insights from Barak Routhenstein, Vice President Corporate Development at Profile Products, on how PE firms can provide invaluable support to portfolio companies during the acquisition process, setting the stage for success and maximizing value creation. ____________________________________________________________________________ Join us on October 5th, 2023, in New York City for the M&A Science Fair 2023. Dive into a transformative M&A experience that not only emphasizes participant-driven topics but also offers an unparalleled opportunity to network with the industry's top minds. You can elevate your M&A practice with actionable insights and top-tier networking. The event is invitation-only to ensure a curated experience. Secure your invite today! Episode Timestamps 00:00 Intro 03:57 Changes in the M&A landscape 04:39 Changes in private equity acquisitions 08:14 Go-to-market 10:48 Deal origination 12:19 International deals 14:25 How PE firms look at acquisitions 15:48 Bad cultural fit 18:40 Relationship with PE firms 20:20 Ideal PE-sponsor relationship 21:45 Managing deal sourcing conflicts 22:38 Approval process 24:44 Sustaining support from PE firms 27:08 Reporting structure 29:54 Advice for PE firms in supporting portfolio companies 32:54 Staging productive meetings 35:01 Keys to pitching a deal 38:46 Approaching target company relationships 41:28 Managing underperforming acquired companies 42:18 PE firms buying other PE firms 43:26 Craziest thing in M&A