Sessions:
In the rapidly evolving landscape of Managed Service Providers (MSPs), the prospect of partnering with or being acquired by Private Equity (PE) firms can be both exciting and daunting. This session, “Life with PE: Good, Bad, or Ugly,” is designed to provide MSPs with a comprehensive overview of what to expect when navigating the world of Private Equity.
Join us as we delve into the multifaceted impacts of PE investment and acquisition on MSP operations, growth, and culture. We’ll explore the pros, including access to capital for expansion, strategic guidance, and enhanced market opportunities. Learn how PE can provide the financial backing and expertise needed to accelerate growth and achieve long-term objectives.
On the flip side, we’ll also address the cons—from potential shifts in company culture and increased performance pressure to the complexities of navigating new governance structures and aligning with PE expectations. Understand the challenges of maintaining autonomy, managing stakeholder relationships, and balancing short-term pressures with long-term vision.
Key Takeaways:
- Understanding PE Dynamics: What private equity means for MSPs and the typical structures and expectations involved.
- Evaluating the Benefits: How PE can drive growth, innovation, and market expansion.
- Anticipating Challenges: Potential pitfalls, including cultural shifts, operational changes, and governance issues.
- Real-World Insights: Hear from MSPs who have experienced PE investment or acquisition firsthand, sharing their stories and lessons learned.
Whether you’re considering an acquisition, seeking PE investment, or simply exploring the options, this session will equip you with the knowledge to make informed decisions and navigate the complexities of life with Private Equity.
Who Should Attend: MSP owners, executives, and decision-makers who are contemplating or curious about the implications of private equity involvement in their business.
Glenn Mathis
Glenn Mathis is a recognized industry leader in technology services, solutions management and organizational change. With a background in leading mergers and acquisitions, corporate strategy, regional field management and solutions development, Glenn currently serves as the President and Chief Operating Officer at Integris.
Glenn comes to Integris after a long career in senior leadership positions at All Covered, a trans-national MSP now owned by Konica Minolta Business Solutions USA. He joined All Covered in 2000, quickly moving up the ranks through senior sales positions, business strategy roles, and c-suite/board of director positions. When All Covered was acquired by Konica Minolta in 2011, he was promoted to be a part of the Konica Minolta executive team, managing global client services and the MSP division for a company with 1,200 employees and 5,000+ IT managed service clients around the world.
Notably, Glenn has also been identified as a 2019 “Difference Maker” by ENX Magazine for his transformative efforts in the MSP sector with customers, companies, vendors, suppliers, partners, and within Konica Minolta.
Glenn grew up in South Africa, attended the Rand Afrikaans University for his tertiary education and now lives in Minnesota with his wife and four children.
What does smart growth look like?
After spending 24 years building a $300+ million company from the ground up, it’s a question Glenn works on every day.
“It’s exciting to be at Integris at this point in its development,” Glenn said. “With its recent mergers, the company has achieved critical mass. Now, we can offer clients a deep bench of expertise, with experience in a variety of technology and vertical stacks. Few MSPs can compete with Integris on a platform level or on a local level. I truly believe the company is poised for explosive growth, and I can’t wait to help take it there.”
“There are many MSPs out there, of various sizes. Companies in this space need to differentiate themselves from the competition. The best way to achieve a unique value proposition is by listening to the voice of the customer, predicting technology trends, being ahead of that technology curve and being willing to invest in all things that elevates our services,” Glenn said. “We have grown significantly through acquisition. But with every acquisition we have made, and every new service we brought on, we have had to ask ourselves—how will this make us better partners for our clients?
I feel very fortunate now to be in another fast-growth company, and I’m committed to making Integris’ operations the best in the business.”
Sessions:
In the rapidly evolving landscape of Managed Service Providers (MSPs), the prospect of partnering with or being acquired by Private Equity (PE) firms can be both exciting and daunting. This session, “Life with PE: Good, Bad, or Ugly,” is designed to provide MSPs with a comprehensive overview of what to expect when navigating the world of Private Equity.
Join us as we delve into the multifaceted impacts of PE investment and acquisition on MSP operations, growth, and culture. We’ll explore the pros, including access to capital for expansion, strategic guidance, and enhanced market opportunities. Learn how PE can provide the financial backing and expertise needed to accelerate growth and achieve long-term objectives.
On the flip side, we’ll also address the cons—from potential shifts in company culture and increased performance pressure to the complexities of navigating new governance structures and aligning with PE expectations. Understand the challenges of maintaining autonomy, managing stakeholder relationships, and balancing short-term pressures with long-term vision.
Key Takeaways:
- Understanding PE Dynamics: What private equity means for MSPs and the typical structures and expectations involved.
- Evaluating the Benefits: How PE can drive growth, innovation, and market expansion.
- Anticipating Challenges: Potential pitfalls, including cultural shifts, operational changes, and governance issues.
- Real-World Insights: Hear from MSPs who have experienced PE investment or acquisition firsthand, sharing their stories and lessons learned.
Whether you’re considering an acquisition, seeking PE investment, or simply exploring the options, this session will equip you with the knowledge to make informed decisions and navigate the complexities of life with Private Equity.
Who Should Attend: MSP owners, executives, and decision-makers who are contemplating or curious about the implications of private equity involvement in their business.
