Your Business Needs More Than Advice. It Needs Action.
Interim CEO & Executive Chairman who delivers transformational results when leadership gaps, turnarounds, or aggressive growth demand immediate, proven expertise.
Are You Facing These Critical Challenges?
Every day without strong leadership costs your business momentum, market share, and investor confidence.
Unexpected Leadership Vacancy
Your CEO or key executive departed suddenly, leaving a critical gap that threatens business continuity and stakeholder confidence.
Declining Performance
Revenues are stagnant or declining. EBITDA is eroding. Your private equity investors are demanding immediate action and measurable results.
Failed Turnaround
Previous restructuring efforts haven't delivered. You need someone who's successfully stabilized and grown businesses in crisis situations.
Complex M&A Integration
You've completed an acquisition but lack the operational expertise to integrate it effectively and capture promised synergies.
Aggressive Growth Targets
Your board has set ambitious EBITDA growth targets. You need an operator who's proven they can double or triple business value.
International Expansion Challenges
Breaking into new markets or optimizing global operations requires someone with real-world international business experience.
The Answer: An Operator Who's Done It Before
I don't just advise from the sidelines. I step into your C-suite with full P&L responsibility, make tough decisions, and drive the transformation your business requires. With 30+ years leading organizations across four continents, I bring the battle-tested expertise your situation demands.
$300M
Peak Revenue Delivered
$45M
EBITDA Achievement
15+
M&A Transactions
30%+
Avarage ROI for Investors
Your Solution For Critical Business Moments
Immediate, experienced leadership for your most critical business moments
Private Equity Firms
You need to maximize portfolio value and accelerate exits.
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Pre-acquisition operational due diligence
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Interim CEO/Chairman during leadership transitions
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Value creation roadmap and execution
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Portfolio company board advisory
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Add-on acquisition strategy and integration
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Exit preparation and buyer positioning
Portfolio Companies
You're under pressure to deliver results and need proven operational leadership.
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Fill unexpected CEO/executive vacancies immediately
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Lead operational turnarounds and restructuring
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Drive EBITDA growth through margin improvement
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Execute M&A strategy and integration
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Build high-performing management teams
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Prepare for strategic sale or IPO
Mid-Market Companies
You're at an inflection point and need C-suite expertise to scale.
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Navigate rapid growth challenges
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Professionalize operations and systems
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Establish international sourcing and manufacturing
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Prepare for first institutional capital raise
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Execute strategic acquisitions for growth
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Build scalable organizational infrastructure
International Expansion
You need someone who's actually built businesses across borders.
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Asian market entry and sourcing strategy
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Manufacturing footprint optimization
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Cross-border M&A and partnerships
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International subsidiary establishment
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Global supply chain restructuring
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Multi-cultural team building and management
A proven methodology honed across 30+ years and 4 continents
My Approach
Rapid Assessment (Days 1-30)
Immediate immersion into your business. Interview key stakeholders, review financials, assess operations, evaluate team capabilities. Identify critical issues and quick wins. Deliver comprehensive diagnostic with prioritized action plan.
Stabilization & Quick Wins (Days 31-90)
Address immediate threats. Shore up cash flow. Stabilize key relationships. Make tough decisions quickly. Execute quick wins to build momentum and credibility. Establish clear performance metrics and accountability.
Strategic Transformation (Months 4-12)
Execute strategic roadmap. Drive operational improvements. Complete M&A transactions. Build or rebuild management team. Install scalable systems and processes. Deliver measurable EBITDA growth.
Sustainable Value Creation (Months 12+)
Embed improvements into culture and operations. Develop leadership succession. Position for exit or continued growth. Ensure sustainable performance. Plan and execute seamless transition.
Don't wait for the right leader. Act Now.
Every day without decisive leadership costs you money, momentum, and opportunities.
Whether you are facing a crisis or pursuing aggressive growth, you need an executive who's been there, done that - and has the results to prove it.
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Leonardo Pais
International CEO & Executive Chairman
Specialized in operational turnarounds, EBITDA growth, and M&A execution for mid-market companies and private equity portfolio businesses.
Expertise
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Consumer Products
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Lifestyle Brands
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Manufacturing & Operations
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International Business
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Outdoor & Sporting Goods
Languages
English | Italian | German | French
Global Experience
United States | Italy | Hong Kong | Germany | China | Thailand