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Hayes Reilly — Managing Partner & CPG Practice Leader at PeopleSuite Talent Solutions

Hayes Reilly of PeopleSuite Talent Solutions discusses executive career changes and hiring for emerging CPG brands. The conversation covers professional networks, LinkedIn profiles, moving from a large company to a smaller business and the pace and financial expectations of working for a private-equity-backed company.

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Hayes ReillyManaging Partner and CPG Practice LeaderPeopleSuite Talent Solutions

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About this episode

Hayes Reilly, Managing Partner and CPG Practice Leader at PeopleSuite Talent Solutions, joins Road2Retail to discuss career transitions from both sides of the hiring process. He considers how executives maintain their networks and present themselves professionally while preparing for or navigating a change.

The discussion also examines what an emerging brand leader should consider when recruiting outside talent, including people already within their network. Hayes looks at the demands of moving from a large organization to a smaller business, then discusses the pace of private-equity-backed companies and the need to understand the financial opportunity being offered.

Topics covered

Preparing for a career change

Maintaining professional relationships before and during an executive transition.

A current LinkedIn profile

Presenting a professional and up-to-date account of experience.

Hiring outside talent

The considerations for an emerging brand leader, including existing personal networks.

Moving to a smaller company

The demands of leaving a large organization for an emerging business.

Private equity employment

Understanding the pace and potential financial rewards of a private-equity-backed company.

The Emerson Group

A consumer products equity partner.

Introductions to Industry Experts

Connect with trusted suppliers across the CPG industry.