Principal Investors and Private Equity

Consulting for HR in the Private Equity Sector

In the high-stakes world of private equity, the success of your portfolio companies depends on more than just financial metrics. CPO PLAYBOOK partners with private equity firms to align human capital strategies with investment goals, driving scalable growth and superior returns.

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Maximizing Portfolio Value

We design and implement leadership and talent frameworks to accelerate the performance of portfolio companies, ensuring sustainable growth.

Strategic Workforce Integration

Through mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures, we deliver workforce solutions that minimize disruption and maximize ROI.

Scaling for Growth

For growth-stage companies, we create tailored strategies to scale teams, develop leadership, and establish culture alignment for long-term success.

Driving Operational Excellence

We align organizational structures and streamline processes to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and ensure portfolio companies are positioned for scalable and sustainable growth.

Results-Oriented Outcomes for Private Equity

30%

Reduction in talent acquisition costs across portfolio companies

42%

Boost in organizational efficiency through leadership coaching

55%

Increase in leadership retention post-acquisition

71%

Improved alignment of workforce strategies with investment goals

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“CPO PLAYBOOK redefined how we approach performance management and succession planning. Their insights gave us a competitive edge by turning our people strategy into a measurable driver of success.”

Head of People Analytics
National Investment Bank

“CPO PLAYBOOK transformed our talent strategy, enabling us to scale efficiently without sacrificing culture. Their expertise in aligning organizational goals with workforce planning is unmatched.”

VP, Talent Strategy
Global Tech Pre-IPO Company

“CPO PLAYBOOK became our go-to partner post-acquisition. Their tailored people strategy helped us integrate cultures seamlessly, align leadership, and accelerate value creation across our portfolio companies.”

Managing Director
Global Private Equity Firm

“Partnering with CPO PLAYBOOK was a game-changer. They tailored a strategic approach to our HR challenges, helping us optimize cost, improve retention, and foster a high-performing team culture.”

COO
Boston Biotech Firm

“Scaling our team during hyper-growth felt impossible—until we partnered with CPO PLAYBOOK. Their strategic guidance on talent acquisition and succession planning was the key to building a resilient, innovative workforce.”

CTO
Fast-Growing Saas Company

“Partnering with CPO PLAYBOOK for leadership and executive coaching transformed our organization. Our executives became more strategic and inspiring, while our mid-level leaders learned to execute with precision and focus.”

CEO
Multinational Life Sciences Company
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Our Healthcare Industry Services

We provide the tools and strategies modern teams need to help their companies grow.

Performance Management

Learn how data-driven systems can improve productivity.

Executive Coaching

Enhance your skills and navigate challenges.

Prompt Engineering

Empower your workforce with critical prompt engineering skills.

Change Management

Tailored strategies for seamless transition and growth.
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Drawing from our acclaimed CPO PLAYBOOK Podcast and extensive consulting experience, we're helping healthcare leaders reimagine what's possible.

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The CPO PLAYBOOK Podcast

The CPO PLAYBOOK Podcast with Felicia Shakiba is one of the top 10% podcasts worldwide. It dives into the intersection of leadership coaching and HR strategy. The podcast explores cutting-edge topics such as leadership, AI-powered HR, performance management, and more.

Listeners can expect interviews with industry leaders from notable companies like Reddit, Harvard, Tesla, Google, Stanford, Credit Karma, and Softbank.

Season 2 begins January 2025.

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Frequently asked questions

What makes CPO PLAYBOOK different from other consultancies?
CPO PLAYBOOK is dedicated exclusively to leadership coaching and organizational transformation. With insights from our renowned podcast and a proven track record of impacting over 200,000 employees globally, we bring unparalleled expertise and measurable results.
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What makes us unique is our ability to seamlessly blend art and science. We incorporate data at every step to ensure precision, leverage our top-tier coaching certification from Korn Ferry International, and bring a deep understanding of the intricate connection between leadership effectiveness and organizational success through our combined expertise in leadership and HR.
How long does a typical leadership transformation program take?
While each organization's needs are unique, most of our clients see measurable results within 3-6 months, with comprehensive transformations typically spanning 6-12 months.
How do you determine a good client fit?
We prioritize working with organizations whose leadership teams demonstrate a commitment to growth, adaptability, and strategic thinking. Success hinges more on leadership mindset than organizational size.
How do you measure success?
We establish clear KPIs with OKRs at the outset, including leadership effectiveness metrics, employee engagement scores, retention rates, and organizational performance indicators.
What is included in the complimentary Leadership Strategy Session?
The session includes a comprehensive assessment of your current leadership challenges, organizational goals, and potential transformation roadmap, conducted by our senior consultants.
Do you offer virtual consulting options?
Yes, we provide both in-person and virtual consulting services, using state-of-the-art digital tools to ensure effective remote engagement when needed.
What is the investment range for your services?
We offer flexible pricing models based on organization needs and program scope. Contact us for a customized quote tailored to your needs.
How do you help with change management during transformation?
Our approach includes comprehensive change management strategies, communication planning, and stakeholder engagement to ensure smooth implementation and adoption.

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