How CEOs Are Thinking About Their Next Act
Wed Jan 28 2026
What makes a CEO say yes today—and what makes them walk away?
CEO Eric Walczykowski joins Katherine Baker, Lead of Bespoke Partners’ CEO, Board, and P&L Practice, to explore how CEOs are thinking about timing, market conditions, compensation, and equity through the lens of both professional ambition and personal life stage.
With demand rising and supply tightening into 2026, this episode breaks down how sponsors and boards can align with CEOs who are choosing fewer, higher-conviction moments to charge the hill.
Watch the episode here
Get deeper insights by downloading your version of our newest release of the Private Equity Talent Report, Talent Market Update: https://www.bespokepartners.com/private-equity-talent-report/
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What makes a CEO say yes today—and what makes them walk away? CEO Eric Walczykowski joins Katherine Baker, Lead of Bespoke Partners’ CEO, Board, and P&L Practice, to explore how CEOs are thinking about timing, market conditions, compensation, and equity through the lens of both professional ambition and personal life stage. With demand rising and supply tightening into 2026, this episode breaks down how sponsors and boards can align with CEOs who are choosing fewer, higher-conviction moments to charge the hill. Watch the episode here Get deeper insights by downloading your version of our newest release of the Private Equity Talent Report, Talent Market Update: https://www.bespokepartners.com/private-equity-talent-report/