Eric Wiklendt - Speyside Equity

About this episode

Eric Wiklendt discusses his role at Speyside Equity and his extensive background in leadership and investment.

Eric Wiklendt is a Managing Director at Speyside Equity, where he is responsible for sourcing, executing, managing, and exiting investments. Eric has previously held senior leadership and operational roles, and he currently serves on the Boards of several portfolio companies. Before joining Speyside Equity, Eric was President & CEO of Kelix Heat Transfer Systems. Prior to that, he held leadership roles at Eaton and Hilti Corporation, where he oversaw M&A activities, established a manufacturing plant in Mexico, managed a large marketing team, and directed industrial sales operations. A graduate of the University of Notre Dame, Eric obtained his MBA from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania.

People in this episode

Guest: Eric Wiklendt

Topics covered

• private equity
• investment management
• leadership roles
• M&A activities
• portfolio companies

Keywords

• private equity
• investments
• leadership
• M&A
• portfolio management

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Speyside Equity, Kelix Heat Transfer Systems, Eaton, Hilti Corporation

Places: Mexico, University of Notre Dame, Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania

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