Catalyst by G2 Capital Advisors

Welcome to Catalyst, a podcast by G2 Capital Advisors, hosted by Matt Konkle, President of G2. This series features real-life stories and actionable insights from business leaders who have navigated the challenges of growth and sale. In this episode, Matt sits down with Pritam Dutta, Co-founder of Arclight Consulting, to discuss the incredible journey of building, scaling, and ultimately selling their business. Pritam shares his experience launching Arclight in the competitive Oracle consulting space, scaling rapidly, and preparing for a successful exit. He reflects on the decisions that drove their growth, the challenges they faced, and the key lessons learned along the way. Tune in to hear how Arclight Consulting turned a great idea into a thriving business with a successful exit.

12/13/24 • 23:13

In this episode of Catalyst, G2 Capital Advisors President Matt Konkle sits down with Randy Lay, Managing Director on G2’s restructuring team, to dive into the complexities of advisory relationships in high-stakes environments. With a career spanning roles from CFO to CEO, Randy shares insights on how to assess when to bring on an advisory partner and the qualities that set exceptional firms apart. They discuss the importance of trust, empathy, and clear communication, especially when navigating challenging moments that require agility and resilience. Randy also offers valuable advice for stakeholders on the power of early intervention, while sharing his outlook on the evolving business landscape as we approach 2025. Tune in to learn what it takes to be a trusted advisor in today’s unpredictable world.

10/30/24 • 17:08

Join host Matt Konkle on Catalyst and Victoria Arrigoni, MD, Head of Industrials & Manufacturing at G2 as they sit down with Bill Condron, CEO of The Granite Group, to discuss the transition dynamics of multi-generational family businesses. They cover the crucial elements of one generation stepping aside and another stepping in, along with the critical decisions surrounding the sale of a family business to a private equity partner. Bill offers valuable perspectives on leadership succession, legacy preservation, and the strategic and emotional hurdles of these transitions. Don't miss this insightful conversation on managing change while honoring tradition in family enterprises.

7/29/24 • 27:42

Welcome to Catalyst, where we explore transformative trends and pivotal shifts in various industries with leading experts and innovators. In this episode, we're thrilled to have Salim Youssefzadeh, the CEO of WattEV, as our esteemed guest. Salim shares his journey in pioneering electric trucks, offering valuable insights into the electrification of the trucking industry, a critical development in the pursuit of sustainable transportation solutions. We discuss the challenges and opportunities in transitioning to electric trucks, the latest advancements in EV technology, and the pivotal role WattEV plays in revolutionizing freight transport. From infrastructure developments to capital requirements, this episode covers everything you need to know about the future of electric trucking.

6/10/24 • 24:15

At G2, we understand that successful founders are shaped by their experiences. Embracing real-time decision-making, engaging outside expertise, and enduring disruptive market and business cycles are not for the faint of heart, nor can they be faked. In our inaugural episode, G2 president and host Matt Konkle speaks with Jeffrey Unger about being a middle market founder. Jeffrey shares his personal entrepreneurial journey and offers insights into the middle market, a space he describes as intensely personal, ambitiously visionary, often under-resourced, and powered by relationships. Tune in to hear how high stakes, big ideas, and fierce founders move businesses forward.

5/9/24 • 20:30