PE Series -
QUARTER 1 — Identity, Entry, Credibility
1/8/26. PE Visibility Playbook - Slides and recording available (Kit Lisle)
2/26/26. Compensation & Executive Economics Slides and recording available. (Kit Lisle)
3/26/26 - PE 101/201: Who They Are, What They Want, How They Think. (Kit Lisle)
4/9/26 First 100 Days + Quick Wins. (Kit Lisle)
4/23/26 12:30PM ET. Unstoppable By Design: From Credible to Compelling - Reclaiming Momentum, Clarity & Confidence in Transition. – Presented by Adriana L. Cowdin
A practical and deeply human conversation about why momentum stalls for high-performing executives in transition, and how to reignite clarity, confidence, and forward motion without spinning, hustling, or second-guessing.
Even the most accomplished executives can lose momentum in transition, not because they lack credibility, but because their internal compass is off. In this candid, practical session, Adriana L. Cowdin explores why high performers stall, how confidence quietly erodes, and what it takes to move from capable to compelling as you design your next chapter with intention.
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| RSVP | Subject | Date / Time |
Attendees | Status | Suggested Donation | |
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| Reserve A Spot | PE Serues: PE 101/201: Who They Are, What They Want, How They Think. |
Mar 26
4:30pm - 5:30pm America/New York |
2 | Not registered | Free | |
| Reserve A Spot | PE 101 Series: Part 4 - First 100 Days + Quick Wins. |
Apr 09
4:30pm - 5:30pm America/New York |
0 | Not registered | Free | |
| Reserve A Spot | Unstoppable By Design: From Credible to Compelling - Reclaiming Momentum, Clarity & Confidence in Transition |
Apr 23
12:30pm - 1:30pm America/New York |
53 | Not registered | Free | |
| Compensation Negotiation Architecture |
Feb 26
4:30pm - 5:30pm America/New York |
64 | Not registered | Free | ||
| How CFOs Build Instant Credibility in a Job Search: The 5 Signals CEOs and Boards actually hire for. |
Jan 22
12:30pm - 1:30pm America/New York |
88 | Not registered | Free | ||
| Private Equity Series Part I - Identity, Entry, Credibility - Visibility & Relevance |
Jan 08
4:30pm - 5:30pm America/New York |
61 | Not registered | Free | ||
| Private Equity Value Creation Lever #6 Exit Strategies |
Dec 11, 2025
4:30pm - 5:30pm America/New York |
58 | Not registered | Free | ||
| Private Equity Value Creation Lever #5- Add-on Acquisitions and Integration |
Nov 20, 2025
4:30pm - 5:30pm America/New York |
53 | Not registered | Free | ||
| Value Creation Lever #4 - Organic Growth and Go To Market Strategy |
Nov 06, 2025
4:30pm - 5:30pm America/New York |
54 | Not registered | Free | ||
| The Roadmap from Executive to Entrepreneur |
Oct 23, 2025
12:30pm - 1:30pm America/New York |
126 | Not registered | Free | ||
| Value Creation Lever Part 3 - Financial Data, Reporting and Analytics |
Oct 09, 2025
4:30pm - 5:30pm America/New York |
47 | Not registered | Free | ||
| Value Creation Lever #2: Operational Improvement and Efficiency |
Sep 11, 2025
4:30pm - 5:30pm America/New York |
28 | Not registered | Free | ||
| Establishing Alignment within your PE Portco and with the Board |
Aug 14, 2025
4:30pm - 5:30pm America/New York |
52 | Not registered | Free | ||
| Landing with Impact: A Playbook for Executive Integration |
Jul 24, 2025
12:30pm - 1:30pm America/New York |
38 | Not registered | Free | ||
| Networking for Introverts, Newbies, and Those Who Are Not Networkers |
Jul 10, 2025
4:30pm - 5:30pm America/New York |
60 | Not registered | Free |
Private Equity Special Interest Group
Welcome to the Private Equity Special Interest Group (SIG) of The Financial Executives Networking Group (FENG). Our SIG serves as a global hub for financial executives in Private Equity and in the Middle Market M&A ecosystem, offering unparalleled opportunities for networking, knowledge-sharing, growth and development.
Comprising professionals across various disciplines, including CEO’s, CIO’s, CFO's, COO's, Treasurers, Controllers, our SIG facilitates connections and collaboration within the private equity community. Our diverse community covers a broad-spectrum discipline, ensuring a rich exchange of insights and resources around:
- Career Transition Strategy
- First 100 Days Best Practices and Food for Thought suggestions
- Value Creation Levers
- Exit Planning Thought Leadership - Prepare company/self for exit
Our purpose is clear: to share knowledge, promote business development, foster lasting relationships, and provide valuable resources for both employed professionals and those in transition. Whether you're seeking to expand your network, explore career opportunities, or stay updated on industry trends, our SIG offers a wealth of benefits.
Join us as we navigate the complexities of the private equity and middle market sector M&A ecosystem.
About the Chairperson
Christopher "Kit" Lisle is the founder and Chairman of the decision support strategy consulting firm Acclaro Growth Partners. After hiring a CEO to run that business a few years ago, he launched a community of private equity-backed executives called The Operators, LLC. The mandate of this community is to ensure continuous growth and development of the Private Equity Backed Executives, as well as other participants in the Middle Market M&A ecosystem, through the following 5 peer groups:
Career Resource Council
2. Strategic Growth Council
3. Operating Partners Roundtable
4. Trusted Advisors Council
5. Independent Sponsors Council
Prior to founding Acclaro Growth Partners and The Operators, Lisle headed M&A Services at Markowitz and McNaughton, Inc. Lisle also served as a Military Intelligence Officer for eight years in the U.S. Army and Army Reserves. He has been a featured speaker, author, podcast host and guest in a number of venues on topics relating to M&A and strategic growth.
You can contact the Private Equity Career Management Group Leaders:
Christopher "Kit" Lisle
Founder, The Operators -- The Collaborative Community for PE-Backed Execs
703.867.7269
[email protected]
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kit-lisle/
www.TheOperators.pe
These are our Chapter's recently recorded meetings.
| Total Members | 4341 |
|---|---|
| Alumni | (60%) 2,614 |
| Active | (37%) 1,599 |
| Associate | (1%) 11 |
| Retired | (3%) 117 |