Recruiting Industry Executives for U.S. (and Global) PE Firms

GlobalAutoIndustry.com’s latest Audio Interview "Recruiting Industry Executives for U.S. (and Global) PE Firms" features Gerald O’Dwyer.  Mr. O’Dwyer is Managing Director, as well as Managing Director Latin America, for Chicago-based Blackmore Partners, a U.S. based private equity firm. He is a Senior-level Executive, Business Leader, and Strategic Advisor with a unique depth and breadth of experience across private equity, Fortune 500 public, family owned, and VC-backed organizations in complex startup, early phase, high-growth, turnaround, and resource-mature environments. He’s a highly engaged and respected voice who draws upon a background in human behavior and communications as well as deep knowledge of capital markets, private equity, deal sourcing, talent acquisition, strategic planning, and change management as an advisor to C-level executives, boards of directors, and operating partners.

In the 8-minute Audio Interview, Mr. O’Dwyer discusses these questions:

• What are the key qualities and experiences PE firms look for in industry executives when recruiting for leadership roles?

• How does the recruitment process for PE-backed roles differ from traditional corporate roles, especially concerning skills like operational efficiency and strategic alignment with investment goals?

• What are some common challenges in recruiting executives for PE firms, and how can these be addressed to ensure the right cultural and strategic fit?

• Can you discuss the role of global expansion in PE recruiting?  How do firms adapt their search to meet both U.S. and international leadership needs?

• How has the competitive landscape for top talent in the PE industry evolved, and what strategies do firms employ to attract and retain top executives?
• And provides his final thoughts.