Key takeaways from our 2026 Corporate Development Compensation Report
Organizations that thoughtfully structure corporate development compensation will be best positioned to attract and retain top-tier talent.
Derek Gracey
Derek Gracey
The impact of renewed deal optimism on corporate development hiring
Private equity firms anticipate rising transaction volume, and hiring leaders are reassessing how their M&A functions are structured.
Consumer services businesses punch above their weight to land corporate development talent
Some private equity-backed consumer services companies are offering compensation on par with multi-billion-dollar enterprises.
When should private equity portfolio companies hire corporate development leaders?
The target for when to hire a corporate development leader is always shifting for private equity portfolio companies.
Charles Aris integrates finance and corporate development practices
Led by seven seasoned practice leaders, the Finance & Corporate Development Practice offers comprehensive leadership solutions spanning from C-suite positions to analysts.
Understanding fragmentation in the home services market
Low barriers to entry, diversity of businesses and scalability at a local level allow for consistent growth in the home services market.