At Blackford Capital (BFC), the conclusion of our annual review of the operating plans of our portfolio companies marks not just a procedural milestone but a reaffirmation of our core belief: we are better together. This year, as in every year, our two-week process...
In the dynamic and fast paced world of private equity, the capacities to foresee trends, effectively manage assets, and drive sustained growth are table stakes. Blackford Capital recognizes that behind every successful portfolio company lies an exceptional leadership...
At Blackford, our due diligence related to the executive management team and company executive processes is critical to assessing the potential success of any acquisition. When a private equity (PE) firm is considering acquiring a company, it goes through a due...
When looking at a business, research has shown that the effectiveness of the executive team may be the single greatest determinant of organizational success. Experience has also shown that the concept of a true executive team—as opposed to simply an executive group—is...
Due diligence is the process of gathering, analyzing and verifying information before making a decision. In private equity, due diligence is one of the most critical elements of the transaction process because it helps buyers to understand a business from top to...