Thrive Resources

“Private equity isn’t about cutting costs. It’s about creating clarity.” — Thrive Resources Clear metrics, clear ownership, clear expectations — that’s what moves a portfolio company forward. The right leaders don’t just manage complexity; they simplify it so execution can accelerate. Follow for insights. #PrivateEquity #Leadership #ValueCreation #PrivateEquityOperators #PortfolioCompanySuccess

One sponsor replaced a struggling portfolio CEO and saw EBITDA rise 18% within a year. The difference wasn’t luck. It was alignment: • Clear, agreed-upon metrics • Disciplined communication cadence • A leader who could operate with pace and accountability We help PE firms find operators built for exactly that. 💼Hire on ThriveBoard: https://lnkd.in/es3KxYDy #PEPerformance #ExecSearch #Leadership #PrivateEquityOperators #PortfolioCompanySuccess

Financial acumen isn’t optional in PE leadership. Operators who can read a P&L like a roadmap make faster decisions, see around corners, and win board trust sooner. In PE, financial fluency is execution power. #PrivateEquity #Leadership #Finance #ExecutiveLeadership #PrivateEquityOperators

PE Board Meetings in One Sentence: “Why is EBITDA flat and headcount up?” 😂 If you’re smiling, you’re probably one of us. That’s why ThriveBoard exists — to connect operators who get it and can deliver in PE-backed environments. 🔍Explore ThriveBoard Today: https://lnkd.in/es3KxYDy #PEHumor #ExecLife #PrivateEquity #Leadership #PrivateEquityOperators

From Hire to Value Creation — The Timeline! Step1 - Search and selection. Step2 - The first 100 days set the tone. Step3 - Alignment and metrics create stability. Step4 - Sustained growth depends on disciplined, intentional leadership. In private equity, every phase requires operators who can execute with clarity and pace — not just strong resumes. 🔍 Learn more at ThriveBoard: https://lnkd.in/es3KxYDy #PELeadership #Hiring #Growth #ExecutiveLeadership #PortfolioCompanySuccess

Infrastructure and energy investments are rising and with them, the need for leaders who combine regulatory savvy with operational discipline. We’re seeing that demand firsthand on ThriveBoard, where PE firms are targeting executives who can navigate complexity while driving execution. 🔍 Explore ThriveBoard: https://lnkd.in/es3KxYDy #Infrastructure #Energy #PrivateEquity #Leadership #PortfolioCompanySuccess

The cost of a mis-hire in PE can top 10x base comp. The cost of alignment? Just a conversation. ThriveBoard helps you start the right ones — with leaders who match the pace, complexity, and expectations of PE-backed environments. 🔍 Explore ThriveBoard: https://lnkd.in/es3KxYDy #PrivateEquity #Retention #Talent #ExecutiveLeadership #PortfolioCompanySuccess

The PE CFO Checklist! Think you’re ready to be a PE-backed CFO? Run this checklist ↓ ✅Cash discipline > budget discipline ✅Integration > exit storytelling ✅System visibility > reporting accuracy ✅Industry fluency > general leadership ✅Action speed > consensus building If you’re missing two or more, you’ve got work to do. In private equity, firms hire CFOs who operate, not analyze. We help CFOs close that gap: https://lnkd.in/evc7pqC5 #PrivateEquity #Leadership #CLevelTalent #ValueCreation #PortfolioCompanySuccess

Update: The Women’s Council has been rescheduled to next week on December 12th, 2025, at 12 PM. A dedicated forum for the women executives driving value creation across PE-backed companies. On December 5, the Women Operators in PE Council convenes for another session focused on real-world leadership, practical insights, and peer connection. Led by Susanna Madden, CEO of Thrive Resources, this council brings together operators who are shaping outcomes inside portfolio companies. This session is exclusively for members of the Thrive Community. Not yet a member? Join today to access the Council and two weeks free. Reserve your spot: https://lnkd.in/eZgxTadv #PrivateEquityOperators #ExecutiveLeadership #PortfolioCompanySuccess #OperatingPartners #CLevelTalent #ValueCreation #LeadershipInPrivateEquity

Executive resumes should do more than list responsibilities — they should clearly communicate leadership impact, operational excellence, and the value you create inside PE-backed companies. This winter, Thrive Resources CEO Susanna Madden is hosting a private, two-part Live Resume Audit exclusively for members of the Thrive Community. These small-group sessions are designed to help operators and executives elevate how their experience is presented — with real-time feedback and practical guidance grounded in what private equity portfolio companies truly value. 📅 Part 1: December 17, 2025 — 10:00 AM–11:30 AM ET 📅 Part 2: January 14, 2026 — 10:00 AM–11:30 AM ET If you’re not yet part of the Community and want access to this workshop, ongoing leadership development sessions, and a network of PE-focused operators, you can join here: 👉 https://lnkd.in/eZgxTadv #ExecutiveLeadership #PrivateEquityOperators #PortfolioCompanySuccess #CLevelTalent #LeadershipInPrivateEquity #OperatingPartners #ValueCreation