John Oechsle of Swiftpage on Software Innovation
The CEO of Swiftpage, the provider of CRM software Act, offers a firsthand look at how artificial intelligence and voice-activation technologies are transforming the industry.
News & Trends
Watermill Deal Has the Wind at Its Back
Watermill Group is betting on renewable energy with its investment in Cooper & Turner, a manufacturer of high-quality industrial fasteners used to help propel wind turbines.
Middle-Market Public Policy Roundup
The Fed advanced a proposed rule to modify the Volcker Rule. Meanwhile, the U.S. enacted tariffs on the EU, Canada and Mexico and announced plans for tariffs on China.
New Index Ranks Countries by Complexity of Financial Compliance
A new report compares countries in terms of the difficulty dealing with various local regulations, from taxes and accounting practices to reporting requirements.
Is It Sustainable for PE Firms to Consider Sustainability?
PitchBook's founder and CEO weighs in on sustainability as a strategy and how to balance doing good with turning a profit.
Human Capital Changes the Equation
PE firms are increasing their focus on the people behind the portfolio, using a range of strategies to find the right leaders for their companies.
Middle-Market Public Policy Roundup
President Trump signs the bipartisan banking bill, the Fed weighs Volcker Rule changes, and riders in the House appropriations bill look unlikely.
President Trump Signs Banking Deregulation Bill
The new bipartisan law shows the massive amount of political will required to achieve even modest changes to the Dodd-Frank Act.
ESG’s Place on the Social Impact Spectrum
There tends to be significant misconception about environmental, social and governance management. Two experts break down what ESG management is and what it isn’t.
Trish Gilbert of Wind Point Partners on Talent Management
Wind Point's chief talent officer talks about the increasing focus on human capital by private equity firms, what her role entails, and how the firm builds long-term relationships.