Private Equity

Technology leadership in a PE-backed business is different than in a public company. PE tech leaders have experience with messy carveouts, rapid M&A, and the ability to move quickly despite often lacking a dedicated team. They focus a keen eye on EBITDA and the value creation plan.  These leaders know how to navigate a PE board. They can get hands-on while leveraging technology for a greater multiple.

 

 

 

 

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Heller Pioneered in PE

In 2009, we began educating the market on a burgeoning new role: the Private Equity Technology Partner. Anticipating a strong need in the PE world for technology leadership at both the firm and portfolio company levels, we started building networks of leaders who fit the profile we developed: value creation technology leaders with an EBITDA focus, bias for action, the ability to mentor CEOs and their tech leaders, while also able to tackle the most challenging carve-out issues. Today, as the PE market recognizes the impact of transformational technology on valuations, Heller's PE practice is our most dynamic.

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Private Equity Technology Roles

Technology Leaders in Value Creation and PortCos
  • Portfolio CIO
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  • Portfolio CTO
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  • Portfolio CISO
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  • Portfolio Chief Product Officer
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  • Operating Partner IT
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  • Operating Partner Cyber
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  • Operating Partner Digital & Data
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  • Operating Partner Transformation
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Learn About PE Tech Leadership

Be Informed Before you hire

Eash Sundaram: CIOs Offer Much-needed Expertise to PE-owned Businesses

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Leading Tech in a PE Portfolio Company: 5 Things You Need to Know

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Julie Cameron-Doe, CFO
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Just Born
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GIA
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Smart Start
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