Kelley W Powell

Founding partner, dedicated to providing outsourced operating partner services to private equity and investment groups, and the companies within their investment funds. • Built a multimillion-dollar business from the ground up as a trusted advisor to CEOs, PE, & investors. • Provided outsourced operating partner services to private equity and investment groups, and the companies within their investment funds operating in 5+ countries across North America and Europe from seed to multibillion dollar • Fueled technology value creation for clients which resulted in double digit multiples upon exit • Assembled and led a team of highly respected industry experts. • Accelerated expansion by executing a strategic business plan and fostering a robust pipeline for growth and sales. • Served clients spanning start-ups to multibillion-dollar private equity and family office funds. • Drove client success for both domestic and remote working across borders. • Wrote and promoted Amazon bestseller for founders selling and managing private equity. • Mentored clients through the M&A private equity process, both pre-and post-transaction. • Negotiated short and long-term contracts for both clients and third-party relationships. • Fostered and mentored local startups, fueling their growth into successful businesses. • Served as company brand ambassador for media, at conferences, and industry events. • Created “Intimate Conversation” series bringing together CEOs, PE, and bankers to the Richmond startup ecosystem. • Invested in growing software companies with visionary founders. https://maclaurin.group/