Growth Strategy · · 10 min read
Marketing Transformation for PE Portfolio Companies: A Playbook
By Scott Hashisaki, Fractional CMO & Growth Executive
Private equity portfolio companies need rapid marketing transformation. Here's the 90-day playbook for installing growth infrastructure that drives EBITDA.
Key Takeaways
- PE portfolio companies need marketing leaders who understand value creation timelines and EBITDA impact
- The 90-day playbook: audit (days 1-30), architect (days 31-60), activate (days 61-90)
- Quick wins in vendor consolidation and channel optimization fund longer-term strategic investments
- A fractional CMO is ideal for PE portfolio companies — executive impact without the cost basis of a full-time hire
Private equity firms face a recurring challenge with portfolio companies.