A Novel Approach to Growth: Russell Shapiro Talks with Chris Geier, CEO of Sikich, About Its Minority Investment from Private Equity
Partner Russell Shapiro recently sat down with Chris Geier, CEO of Sikich, a global professional services company specializing in accounting, technology, and advisory services, to discuss Sikich’s decision to proceed with a private equity minority investment. Among other topics, the two discussed the rationale for a minority PE investment, its process for choosing a financial partner, and how the investment will impact its clients, recruiting efforts, and growth strategies.
To listen to the discussion, click here or click on the links below to jump to a specific topic:
- Get to Know Chris Geier, CEO of Sikich
- Why a minority investment?
- What was your process for choosing a financial partner?
- What did it mean for partners (now principals)?
- How will you approach add-on acquisitions?
- What does a minority PE investment look like?
- How do you think it will impact clients and recruiting?
- Who are ideal acquisition candidates? How do you view pricing?
- What do you see happening in the market?
- What do you envision for Sikich five years from now?