In this episode of the Unlocking Value podcast, John Howard speaks with Andy Strickland, Partner at Palatine Private Equity.Andy has spent more than a decade backing ambitious Professional Services founders and management teams, often at the point where external investment is being considered for the first time. He shares Palatine’s philosophy of Positive Equity, an approach that focuses on partnership, sustainability and people-led growth.Together, John and Andy talk about what private equity really means for leaders in professional services. They explore how the right investment partner can help firms grow responsibly, strengthen culture and create long-term value.Key discussion points include:What Private Equity looks like in practice and what it means for foundersHow Palatine’s value-enhancement approach supports sustainable growthWhy integration and culture are central to successful buy-and-build strategiesThe real sources of private-equity capital and its wider economic impactThe questions founders should ask before choosing an investment partnerFor founders and leaders in professional services, this is a clear and practical conversation that removes the uncertainty around private equity and shows how investment – done the right way – can unlock lasting value for people, businesses and communities.Host: John Howard, Partner at Garwood GrowthGuest: Andy Strickland, Partner at Palatine Private Equity.

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