EPISODE 29
Private equity meets AI in a grounded, operator-first conversation with Jason Friedrichs of AEA Elevate. We cover why “no-regrets” initiatives and clear ROI gates beat hype cycles, how to build an AI-first value creation plan, and why team design—not just capital—drives repeatable growth. Jason shares his thoughts on where PE playbooks are shifting beyond spreadsheets, the small wins that compound across functions (GTM, support, back office), how to navigate macro shocks, and what sectors he believes are primed for outsized AI-enabled revenue and margin expansion.
CHAPTERS
00:00 – The “no-regrets” move
00:37 – Framing PE × AI: beyond hype to operating leverage
06:19 – ROI discipline, pilots, and budgeting for AI
15:20 – Beyond capital: the PE playbook & first 180 days
20:21 – Healthcare opportunity, macro shocks, and exits
LINKS
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