Private Equity

Praise For Private Equity Second EditionWith Private Equity, Second Edition, Messrs. Cendrowski, Petro, Martin, and Wadecki go 'beyond the transaction' to provide a surprisingly holistic view of private equity, describing this often misunderstood industry in the context of its history and purpose. They also address the difficult area of investment due diligence and dig extensively into the process of business improvement that is at the heart of the value proposition of many PE firms. For readers, the organization of this treatise allows for a front-to-back read but also boasts sufficiently modular chapters to make it a fine ongoing reference on individual topics. A well researched and well explained book on an important set of topics.-Chris Rizik, Chief Executive Officer and Fund Manager, Renaissance Venture Capital FundThe Second Edition of Private Equity: History, Governance, and Operations is a well researched, clearly written text that provides readers with in-depth analyses of the industry's best practices. The first edition's strengths are further reinforced through new chapters and an updated history that greatly details private equity's modern-day zenith as well as its rise following the Great Recession.-W. Y. Campbell, Founding General Partner, Huron Capital PartnersChairman and Partner, Superior Capital PartnersChairman and Managing Partner, Peninsula Capital PartnersYou know it's an excellent book when a second edition is being published. The new chapter addressing intellectual property in Private Equity is a great addition, as it is a critical topic. While this book is obviously an excellent guide for any investor new to the private equity asset class, it also serves as an excellent reference guide for the savviest of investors. I have referred to it many times since the book was first published.-Maribeth S. Rahe, President and Chief Executive Officer, Fort Washington Investment AdvisorsPrivate Equity, Second Edition is a thorough and thoughtful analysis. It addresses financial and business issues as well as important legal and regulatory issues that may arise for and should be considered by investors. It will serve as an important reference for businessmen and counsel who work in this important financial sector.-Jonathan Feld, Partner, Katten Muchin Rosenman LLPA sharp update to a modern text, the authors do a phenomenal job dissecting the role of economic turmoil and its impact on the private equity and venture capital landscape of yesterday, today, and tomorrow.-Jeff Mirmelstein, Sales Finance Lead, Americas Media Products, Google