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Private Equity

We deliver strategic, execution-focused HCM solutions designed to de-risk deals, accelerate integration, and optimize portfolio performance across the investment lifecycle.

Human Capital Management plays a pivotal role in private equity performance, yet workforce challenges during M&A, restructuring, and scaling often create risk and inefficiencies. We partner with private equity firms and their portfolio companies to ensure that HR, payroll, and workforce operations align with investment objectives.

Practice Leader

Monique Black

VP of PE Services & Special Situations

With over two decades of executive and C-level experience, Monique is a recognized leader in M&A execution, HR due diligence, and integration strategy. She has led successful workforce transitions for 30+ private equity firms, helping them reduce risk, optimize operations, and accelerate value creation.

  • Oversee successful HR transformations for leading PE firms, including Oaktree, Alpine, High View Capital, Critical Point Capital, and Shore Capital.
  • Leads a team of 80+ expert consultants with an average tenure of 18 years.
  • Specialized in high-impact M&A support, risk mitigation, and operational readiness.

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Private Equity Funds

Workforce Strategy Across the Investment Lifecycle

We partner with private equity firms to ensure scalable, strategic HR & payroll solutions are in place that strengthen portfolio-wide performance, mitigate workforce risks, and accelerate value creation.

Fund-Level Human Capital Strategy

Building a Strong Foundation for Portfolio Success

We align workforce strategy with investment objectives to ensure HR operations support deal success and long-term portfolio growth.

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  • Workforce Due Diligence – Assess HR risks, compliance gaps, and integration requirements before investment.
  • Standardization & Best Practices – Establish portfolio-wide HR frameworks for consistency, efficiency, and compliance.
  • HR & Payroll Vendor Strategy – Optimize technology selection and implementation across the fund.
  • Leadership & Talent Planning – Support succession planning and key executive transitions within portfolio companies.

Investment Lifecycle Support

Providing Workforce Expertise from Diligence to Exit

At enhanceHCM, we partner with PE firms to drive workforce efficiency, reduce costs, and ensure HR readiness at every stage.

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  • Pre-Acquisition Workforce Strategy – Analyze labor costs, compliance risks, and workforce synergies pre-close.
  • Post-Close HR Integration – Develop and execute seamless onboarding, payroll transitions, and
    benefits harmonization.
  • Scaling & Optimization – Standardize HR operations to drive efficiencies and improve workforce performance across the portfolio.
  • Exit Readiness & Workforce Optimization – Ensure HR infrastructure supports a smooth and profitable exit.

Portfolio Companies

HR & Payroll to Drive Scalability and Performance

We provide hands-on HR, payroll, and workforce strategy execution for portfolio companies to stabilize workforce operations, standardize HR processes, and optimize payroll functions that drive value.

HR & Payroll Stabilization

Ensuring Business Continuity from Day One

We provide immediate HR and payroll support to minimize disruption and establish scalable processes post-acquisition.

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  • Interim HR & Payroll Leadership – Deploy experienced professionals to manage workforce transitions.
  • Payroll System Optimization – Ensure accurate, compliant, and efficient payroll operations.
  • Benefits Harmonization & Compliance – Streamline multi-entity benefits administration and regulatory alignment.

Workforce Efficiency & Standardization

Building Scalable, High-Performing HR & Payroll Operations

We help portfolio companies reduce costs, improve efficiency, and align HR processes with business objectives.

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  • HR Process Design & Policy Standardization – Develop consistent, compliant HR workflows across the organization.
  • HCM & Payroll Technology Integration – Select and implement HRIS & payroll platforms for seamless operations.
  • Multi-Entity Payroll Consolidation – Reduce complexity and administrative burden for scaling companies.

Workforce Planning & Talent Strategy

Maximizing Performance, Retention, and Growth

We align workforce strategies with investment goals to strengthen leadership, improve talent retention, and enhance operational agility.

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  • Talent Acquisition & Recruiting Support – Develop hiring strategies to attract and retain top talent.
  • Leadership Development & Succession Planning – Prepare key executives and workforce for long-term success.
  • Workforce Cost Optimization – Identify efficiencies to reduce labor costs and improve financial performance.

Successful Engagements

Founded in 2019, we have cultivated a wealth of expertise catering to clients spanning diverse industry verticals, business models, and company life cycles. Leveraging our team supports bottom-line results through proactive problem-solving and personalized support. Our strong client relationships and partnerships, are a testament to the success of our engagements and the tangible results we consistently deliver.