Harish Patel

Those of us working with, or in, consulting have probably taken note of Alvarez & Marsal's growth over the past few years. I sure have, so I took some time to map out the Managing Director hires since 2022 (didn't want to include 2021 because everyone was hiring then). A&M continues to hire at this level even in 2024. 296 TOTAL MANAGING DIRECTORS HIRED SINCE JANUARY 2022 (excluding those added through acquisitions) Surprisingly, 11 hires from BCG EY 39 KPMG 33 PWC 21 Deloitte 19 Several hires from McKinsey and Kearney as well. A clear focus on Australia and China. It was interesting for me to map this. Given the slowdown in consulting, this is surprising, but refreshing, to see.

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Excited to share Alvarez & Marsal's latest Private Equity Value Creation Survey, where Markus Lahrkamp and Rachel Jurgensmeyer offer a deep dive into the strategies driving portfolio growth today. From digital transformation to operational efficiency, we're seeing new trends emerge that are reshaping how value is built and sustained. This survey is a must-read for those aiming to stay ahead in an evolving landscape. Explore the full insights here: https://lnkd.in/gZRJMQJM #PrivateEquity #PerformanceImprovement #ValueCreation #Strategy

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Axios highlighted Bain analysis showing companies further accelerating reshoring and near-shoring amid heightened geopolitical uncertainties and rising costs. Hernan Saenz, head of Bain’s Performance Improvement practice, discussed the trend with Axios chief economics correspondent Neil Irwin. https://atbain.co/3OhxKYr

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There is a huge demand for major capital projects coming from AI, renewables, manufacturing and general electrification - this article from Utility Dive highlights recent work from my colleagues on how to drive a step change in major capital project execution! #energytransition #Bain #majorcapitalprojects

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In the intensely competitive world of retail, how can smaller players create value? We've analyzed over 280 publicly traded retailers and the clear takeaway from our analysis: scale is not destiny. Subsector dynamics notwithstanding, a retailer has ample control over its value creation trajectory. Retailers of any size, if they make bold moves, can become top-tier value creators—even if they’ve historically underperformed. Read our latest article, "Retail’s outperformers: Lessons in value creation," to learn how retail executives can unlock their businesses' full potential, no matter where they begin.

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In the intensely competitive world of retail, how can smaller players create value? We've analyzed over 280 publicly traded retailers and the clear takeaway from our analysis: scale is not destiny. Subsector dynamics notwithstanding, a retailer has ample control over its value creation trajectory. Retailers of any size, if they make bold moves, can become top-tier value creators—even if they’ve historically underperformed. Read our latest article, "Retail’s outperformers: Lessons in value creation," to learn how retail executives can unlock their businesses' full potential, no matter where they begin.

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Great insights on Quantum Preparedness! As we move closer to a quantum-enabled future, these strategies are essential for organizations to remain competitive and secure. 

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From cancer research to wide-scale COVID modeling, my colleague Jessica Lamb’s career has been anything but linear. As I learned in a recent conversation with her, it’s this winding, exploratory nature that has made it so rewarding.   Starting at McKinsey as a business analyst in 2008, Jessica expected her time at the company to be brief. But this 21-month contract soon led her on a path to an unexpected love for healthcare and analytics—and (fortunately!) she’s been with us ever since.   Not long after her curiosity for advanced analytics was piqued, we acquired QuantumBlack, AI by McKinsey, enabling Jessica a unique opportunity to carve her career at the cutting edge of where healthcare and AI intersect.   I was fascinated to hear how her day-to-day role transformed overnight during COVID. As she shared her experience, I was stunned by her agility, shifting from a traditional client-facing role to becoming the face of the scenario-simulating model she helped build, all while navigating her new role at home as a mom.   As a parent myself, her response to whether she had any passions outside of work felt all too relatable: “People talk about these hobbies. I respond with, 'When do you do that?' I have a four-year-old son. So he is my hobby. He’s awesome; both gifted and autistic. I spend a lot of my time just fascinated by how awesomely his brain works and trying to figure out how to best engage with him on things.”   When I asked about her experience at QuantumBlack, Jessica was quick to share her pride in being part of the team.   “It’s been great. It’s a good vibe with a very creative atmosphere and amazingly talented people. Honestly, it’s a little more casual which I think has somewhat filtered through to the rest of the firm. I like how exploratory it is and the nature of wanting to truly get under things.”   #McKinseySpotlight

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How will Generative AI change how work gets done and the talent mix necessary to make it happen? Find out with Bain experts Jonathan Frick and Sumner Makin as they talk you through its strategic implications and how to invest in talent and resources to stay competitive in the evolving landscape. Click the link to visit our webinars landing page, then scroll down to access the recording.

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In the sixth and final episode of or great season three, Jason McDannold, Americas Co-Lead of Private Equity at AlixPartners and Hoyoung Pak, Global Co-Leader of AI & Data Practice Group at AlixPartners, discuss how to incorporate cutting-edge tech into value creation programming. https://lnkd.in/g34vphnD #PEI #PrivateEquity #Disruption #AI #WhenItReallyMatters

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The electric vehicle market in China has leapt ahead of those in the US and Europe, thanks to competitive pricing in the mass market segment. Dive into the latest data here: https://atbain.co/3USUGjh

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The electric vehicle market in China has leapt ahead of those in the US and Europe, thanks to competitive pricing in the mass market segment. Dive into the latest data here: https://atbain.co/3USUGjh

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The electric vehicle market in China has leapt ahead of those in the US and Europe, thanks to competitive pricing in the mass market segment. Dive into the latest data here: https://atbain.co/3USUGjh

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The electric vehicle market in China has leapt ahead of those in the US and Europe, thanks to competitive pricing in the mass market segment. Dive into the latest data here: https://atbain.co/3USUGjh

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The electric vehicle market in China has leapt ahead of those in the US and Europe, thanks to competitive pricing in the mass market segment. Dive into the latest data here: https://atbain.co/3USUGjh

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The electric vehicle market in China has leapt ahead of those in the US and Europe, thanks to competitive pricing in the mass market segment. Dive into the latest data here: https://atbain.co/3USUGjh

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The electric vehicle market in China has leapt ahead of those in the US and Europe, thanks to competitive pricing in the mass market segment. Dive into the latest data here: https://atbain.co/3USUGjh

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The electric vehicle market in China has leapt ahead of those in the US and Europe, thanks to competitive pricing in the mass market segment. Dive into the latest data here: https://atbain.co/3USUGjh

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