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Inside a Take-Private: The CEO and Management Perspective, with Stephen Maxwell artwork
The Coalface of Private Equity

Inside a Take-Private: The CEO and Management Perspective, with Stephen Maxwell

  • E3
  • 58:45
  • March 30th 2026

In this episode, we look at take-private transactions through the eyes of the CEO and management team with Stephen Maxwell, Partner at Jamieson Corporate Finance. What information does management need to disclose during the process? What happens to existing option plans and equity incentives? Do management teams need to invest alongside private equity — and how much? And how should CEOs think about the balance between certainty and disclosure when committing to a new ownership structure? We explore the practical realities facing leadership teams as companies transition from public to private ownership on The Coalface of Private Equity.

The Coalface of Private Equity

The Coalface of Private Equity is your inside look at the dynamic world of private capital transactions. 

Brought to you by Jamieson, the market-leading adviser to management teams in private equity, this podcast goes beyond the headlines and into the boardrooms. Join us as we engage with CEOs, C-suite executives, non-execs, and experts from across the private equity ecosystem—including lawyers, tax advisors, and insurance brokers. 

Each episode reveals firsthand insights into the challenges, strategies, and human stories behind some of the most significant transactions in private equity today. Whether you're an industry veteran or curious about the forces shaping this fast-paced landscape, The Coalface of Private Equity is your guide to understanding deal-making through the lens of those working hard at the Coalface.