49. Culture as a Competitive Advantage w/ Argosy Private Equity

49. Culture as a Competitive Advantage w/ Argosy Private Equity

January 26, 2026 · 58 min

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David Friedman discusses the importance of company culture in private equity with Lane Wiggers and Don Charlton from Argosy Private Equity.

In this episode of the Culture Architects podcast, David Friedman speaks with Lane Wiggers and Don Charlton from Argosy Private Equity about the critical role of company culture in private equity investments. They discuss how Argosy differentiates itself by prioritizing culture as a competitive advantage, the challenges of changing company culture, and the importance of assessing cultural fit during acquisitions. The conversation also covers measuring the impact of culture on business success, the significance of leadership in cultural transformation, and valuable lessons learned from their experiences in the industry.

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Host: David Friedman

Guests: Lane Wiggers, Don Charlton

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Organizations: Argosy Private Equity

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