Member Profile - Lindsay Guzowski

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• Lindsay Guzowski

• Founder and CEO, The Crucible

• LinkedIn Profile

• ACG Member Since: 2023

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Tell us about your role/firm.

I am the founder of The Crucible, a platform that transforms how private equity and venture firms assess leadership. Using scientifically validated, bias-tested tools, The Crucible helps firms identify top talent and build high-performing teams. This innovative platform offers actionable insights, enabling informed decisions and aligning team dynamics with company objectives. The Crucible's approach ensures that firms no longer overlook diverse and qualified talent.

What are you currently working on?

Currently, a significant area of focus for me is empowering Private Equity funds to achieve even greater investment returns. I'm particularly interested in how they can strategically enhance their leadership teams to drive portfolio company success. This involves a deep dive into understanding the existing leadership landscape, identifying key strengths and development areas, and ultimately, helping PE firms build truly high-performing teams. What's particularly exciting is that our tools allow PE funds to move beyond subjective assessments and actually quantify the impact of leadership on investment outcomes, providing a data-driven approach to talent management.

 What motivated you to join ACG Orlando? 

Having recently relocated from Cleveland to Orlando, I immediately recognized the immense value of the ACG network I experienced there. The connections, insights, and deal flow within the Cleveland chapter were invaluable, and I was eager to find a similar professional home here in Orlando. My motivation for joining ACG Orlando goes beyond simply finding a network; it's about actively contributing to and helping build a similarly vibrant and impactful ecosystem for middle-market professionals in this region. I see a real opportunity to foster connections and facilitate growth within the Orlando business community.