A network for HR Leaders in Private Equity
Context
Why this network exists
The PE sector is growing rapidly, and PE firms increasingly recognize that talent and culture drive performance and shorten the value cycle.
CHRO roles in PE‑backed companies differ from those in public corporations, as PE emphasizes the investment case, value creation and exit‑linked objectives.
The fast pace, high performance expectations and frequent organizational or ownership changes demand agility and resilience from CHROs.
PE‑backed companies also tend to have distinct cultures and governance dynamics, creating specific, high‑pressure challenges for CHROs.
True peer support and focused access to PE HR experts can be highly valuable for CHROs and the funds that back them.
Value
What you get from joining
A confidential community of PE CHROs that offers peer support, curated knowledge, practical playbooks and access to selected PE experts to accelerate value creation, share what actually works and build a sustainable PE career.
For PE CHROs
PE CHROs, often isolated and needing to stay strong amidst high‑pressure demands, gain confidential support and practical solutions to their unique challenges.
For PE Funds
PE funds benefit from stronger people strategies that accelerate value creation and reduce execution risk.
Membership criteria
Who can join
Eligibility
Current or previous CHRO experience in a PE-backed portfolio company is a must. Start with 10 min.
Membership models
Membership fees begin in Year 2. Fees can be covered by the PE firm or PortCo (tied to the role) or by the individual (tied to the person across roles and companies).
Guest access
Talent Partners, PE-firm HR leaders, and PE consultants are welcome as guests but not as members, to protect the psychological safety of the group.
Scope:
Offerings
What we provide
Online platform
Curated content. Some only with login. Articles, links to PE market insights, podcasts, featured PE-firms, downloadable templates and playbooks. Recordings of virtual meetings. Ways to contact members, network and share.
Virtual events
Monthly 60-90min with short stimulus (case, expert, or member story), then discussion, then some outlook/ housekeeping.
Annual in-person event
Extensive networking. Deep Dives, cases and expert firesides. VIP guests and speakers. Community governance, outlook and content planning. Awards and celebrations.
We will consult with our members, advisors, and partners to keep our offering relevant.
Leadership
Core Team
Barbara Greutter
Ruud Rikhof
Sandra Gaisch