Guest: Michael Arietta Host: Alex Rawlings🕒 Key Timestamps00:00 – Intro Overview of Garden City Equity’s long-term, people-first model.00:40 – Biggest PE Mistake Short-term thinking (IRR focus) limits investment in transformational initiatives like ERP, CRM, and AI.01:37 – Long-Term Hold Strategy 30-year horizon allows compounding value without forced exits.03:05 – Holding Company Model All investors share ownership across all assets—better alignment and flexibility.05:55 – Leveraging Investor Network LPs provide deal flow, diligence, and operational expertise.09:15 – Sourcing Investors Built بالكامل through personal network—no institutional reliance.10:42 – Strategic vs Institutional Capital Strategic investors add value beyond capital.13:17 – Low Debt Approach Less leverage = lower risk, more flexibility, and founder alignment.14:47 – Founder Advantage Low-debt model appeals to founders seeking stability.16:21 – Recommended ReadsUnreasonable HospitalityExcellence WinsYou Can't Hurt Me🔑 Key Takeaways Long-term ownership drives better outcomes  Strategic capital creates a “virtuous cycle”  Low leverage reduces downside risk  Investor alignment is a competitive advantage Raw Selection partners with Private Equity firms and their portfolio companies to secure exceptional executive talent. We focus on de-risking executive recruitment through meticulous search and selection processes, ensuring top-tier performance and long-term success.🔗 Connect with Alex Rawlings on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexrawlings/ 🌐 Visit Raw Selection www.raw-selection.comLooking to grow your team? Check out our Hiring Guidesfor proven strategies, templates, and best practices to make smarter hires.