Ari Lefkovtis from Delos Capital joins #TheLAB to unpack how his firm merges restructuring expertise with private equity investing to unlock value in complex situations.
From his time at Lazard to his current role at Delos, Ari explains how early preparation, coalition-building, and cultural alignment can turn distressed assets into success stories.
We cover:
How and when to act when “yellow lights” start flashing
Why culture often matters more than capital structure
Common mistakes sponsors make in special situations
How Delos balances advisory work and investment roles
A candid look at the intersection of capital solutions, partnership, and transformation in today’s private markets.