Transcend

Why does Transcend invest 15 days per year in team and business innovation? Leading growth creation for our clients requires being ahead of trends and transformations. We finished the year strong with strategists and coaches connecting the impact of AI/ML across business models and industries. We invest ahead of the curve so our clients can lead in growth. Get the holiday break off to a great start with our top recommended articles of December from Harvard Business Review: AI Won’t Give You a New Sustainable Advantage http://bit.ly/4gE3gvQ Where Data-Driven Decision-Making Can Go Wrong https://bit.ly/3OZBE8r The Legacy Company’s Guide to Innovation https://bit.ly/3ZX7kSf Teamwork at the Top https://bit.ly/4iJ4rM8 Why People Resist Embracing AI https://bit.ly/3VMlDGW The Secret to Successful AI-Driven Process Redesign https://bit.ly/3BziCTi

Keeping up with the demands of modern business requires companies to undergo organizational transformation at a much faster pace than ever before. More than managing change, transformation requires executive teams to make a foundational shift to fulfill the needs of the new business while continuing to take care of everyday tasks. Whether you're managing a portfolio, shifting your product to meet current consumer demand, or innovating at a pace faster than your current strategy can keep up with, knowing how to lead transformation is key. Tune into our webinar "Managing Change vs. Leading Transformation" to hear more great tips from Head Strategist Zant Chapelo and CEO Craig Wiley. Register for free and watch here: https://lnkd.in/gehPrZK6 #managingchange #transformation #strategy #executivecoaching #leadership #innovation #competitiveadvantage

With the expectation of fast-paced tech like AI/ML continuing to disrupt markets, firms are looking to invest in companies with quality leadership teams that can keep the momentum rolling. "When evaluating investment opportunities, investors prioritize both the executive team’s experience and pedigree (26%) as well as business model strength (26%), followed by growth potential (24%), underscoring a focus on leadership quality and sustainable business fundamentals." Winning executive teams aren't just dependent on the individual leaders who comprise them; they are a function of an enterprise-first mindset, collective vision, and performance culture that sets them up for success. Investing in leadership development and strategies that put the future of the business first will pay dividends down the line. #leadershipdevelopment #privateequity #portfoliomanagement #pe #investments #performanceculture #enterprisefirst #mindsetmatters

We do life together! Last week, our team gathered from all over the country to plan, strategize, and, most importantly, strengthen the relationships that allow us to generate outsize growth for our clients. ✨Here's to more connections with our wonderful network and the clients who fill our work with purpose. ✨ #culture #team #relationships

Let's face it—the holiday season can be overwhelming for leaders who are trying to do it all. Keeping perspective by putting gratitude at the center of your daily interactions with all of the different types of people in your life can help ground you and provide a solid foundation for others to learn from. Make a list of everyone who belongs in your gratitude circle and commit to being intentional about showing thanks to each of them. #gratitude #intentionalleadership #holidayleadership #executivecoaching #leadershipcoaching

Only when a leader has mastered the art of giving and receiving feedback themselves can they coach their team to do the same. It’s important for people to feel heard and understood; being intentional about that as a leader can be a big step in increasing engagement. #feedback #performanceculture #engagement #leadership #executivecoach #fundamentals

93% of employees believe companies must lead with purpose. Furthermore, 66% of consumers report they are willing to pay more for "products and services committed to positive change." Business is no longer just about selling a product or service — consumers expect the companies they invest in to be values-driven and to see their values reflected in the brands they interact with. Learn how to use your executive influence to make a change in this week's article repost featuring Angela Gardner, Partner in Charge of the Los Angeles office of Heidrick & Struggles, and Transcend Sr. Executive Coach and Strategist Jaci Reed. #change #purpose #impactfulleadership #leadershiptips #executive #CSuite #valuesdriven https://lnkd.in/gYC7-DiJ

Empowerment fosters a high-performing ecosystem capable of thriving independently of its leader. CEOs who prioritize strategy and future growth while delegating daily execution to their teams gain an unmatched competitive edge—driving innovation, enhancing creativity, and sharpening decision-making across their organization. #empower #highperformance #strategy #execution #growth #innovation #creativity #decisionmaking

Don't leave money on the table. Find out more about the crucial aspects of creating a performance culture with CEO of Podium Entertainment Scott Dickey and Transcend CEO Craig Wiley. Register to watch the entire webinar today: Building a Performance Culture Within Portfolio Companies. https://lnkd.in/erTwEyTA #performanceculture #pe #portfoliocompany #portfoliomanagement #CEO #executivecoach #strategy #privateequity