Monthly Archives: May 2018

Sneak Peek: Photography From Inaugural Talent Summit

We recently hosted leaders from across our portfolio companies for our inaugural Talent Summit in St. Louis on May 23rd. For an action-packed one day event, participants disconnected from the world to network with other leaders across the HBM portfolio and discover tools to become even more effective leaders. Activities ranged from CEO panels to […]

From Recruiting to Supply Chains: Mike Chill Shares Tech’s Benefits with the St. Louis Business Journal

Mike Chill, HBM’s VP of Information Technology, recently shared some insights with the St. Louis Business Journal. Discover highlights from that discussion — including how HBM uses technology as a recruiting tool.   When using technology effectively, privately-held companies have an advantage. HBM’s tech initiatives align with the firm’s business objectives, which are set annually. […]

St. Louis Business Journal May 2018 edition

We are excited to share the St. Louis Business Journal May 2018 edition featuring HBM in the Transforming Business through Technology article. The article talks about the role software technology is playing in the future of businesses, family businesses, tech investment decisions, how technology has changed the way in doing business, cybersecurity, cortex office, hiring […]

Portfolio Company Spotlight: Q&A with Daniel Wright, CEO of Aerofil Technology, Inc.

Aerofil Technology, Inc., a contract manufacturer that provides aerosol formulation and packaging capabilities, has recently appointed Daniel Wright as Chief Executive Officer. Learn why Daniel is excited about the future prospects for Aerofil.   Discuss your career journey and how HBM’s focus on talent development aided you in your recent career move. DW: I spent […]

Middle Market Growth Magazine May/June 2018 edition

We are excited to share the Middle Market Growth Magazine May/June 2018 edition featuring HBM in the Human Capital Changes the Equation article. The article talks about many factors that contribute to the success of portfolio companies, from access to capital to their business models and customer base, but private equity firms are increasingly recognizing […]

The Talent Crunch: How to Find and Keep the Best Workers in a Tight Labor Market

Increasingly, firms recognize that the best investment for revenue growth is human capital. That’s true at HBM Holdings, where we view talent as a primary differentiator. Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer Amy Fields shared her perspective on that topic recently at Intergrowth 2018  — discover her insights for effectively recruiting, developing, and retaining […]

Navigating Through Uncertainty – A Dinner Discussion with Leading IT Professionals

Michael Chill, HBM’s VP of Information Technology, led a discussion on the evolving role of IT professionals in today’s disruptive business environment at the St. Louis CIO Inner Circle dinner. Several times a year, the St. Louis CIO Inner Circle hosts dinners where they invite St. Louis technology leaders to participate in discussions on various […]