The corporate raiders of the 1980s and 1990s had a ruthless reputation for acquiring companies and dismantling them. The play was to restructure by selling off parts of the business and abandoning the rest. The quick win mentality resulted in many lost jobs and only one winner. When we take on new clients at Lancor, […]
A question I get asked often is “How do I stand out in the private equity applicant pool?” My answer is simple, “Prove you think like an owner and come in with a specific angle on a deal.” It isn’t a traditional route for private equity placement, but it works. As we slowly emerge out […]
5 Reasons to Join a Private Equity Board At Lancor, we frequently help private equity firms fill Board seats with a diverse and innovative group of executives. With the rise of private equity backed businesses, there are even more opportunities for executives to join Boards and deepen their professional experiences. Surprisingly, many executives aren’t aware […]
At Lancor, we believe in taking advantage of opportunities to think beyond the business we do and give back in a broader way. That’s why we are proud to announce a brand new Lancor initiative, The Private Equity Pledge. We know firsthand that private equity-backed businesses create jobs and fuel growth in their communities. Private Equity portfolio companies are driving […]