Welcome & Opening Remarks

Wednesday, November 18, 2026
8:30 am - 8:40 am

As we transition from CPA Insights to the PE Summit, we move from exploring the profession's many strategic paths to a deeper examination of private equity. We'll frame the day's discussions around what happens before, during, and after a deal—from investor priorities and transaction mechanics to the impact on firm strategy, brand, culture, technology investment, client relationships, and the realities of working with new capital partners.