Segments

Longtail assists companies in different segments and understands the differences well. Our client base consists of both owner-managed and family businesses, as well as private equity firms and corporates. This understanding informs our approach to leadership and filling positions.

Owner-managed and Family Businesses

Leadership with pragmatism and entrepreneurship

Longtail has extensive experience working for owner-managed and family businesses. We understand this context and its nuances and what this requires from commercial leaders to help these companies grow.

We have experience working with owner-managed and family businesses in FMCG, Energy, Manufacturing, Trade, Project Development, and Promotional Gifts.

DGA

Private Equity

Leadership for topline growth, customer retention, and buy-and-build strategy

Longtail has a thorough understanding of what makes leadership unique in this sector through years of working with PE firms and portfolio companies. We contribute to the growth and valuation of these companies.

We have experience working with PE participations in: Sustainable consumer goods, Health-tech, Manufacturing, E-commerce, (International) Trade, Education, and B2B retail.

Private equity

Corporates

External talent benchmark for leadership

Longtail has a strong track record in collaborating with corporates. In these organizations, internal succession for leadership roles is crucial. For this reason, significant investment is made in management development. However, the 'internal reserve bank' is not always suitable for the business reality.

We have experience working with corporates in: FMCG, Retail, Pharma, Automotive, Sustainable consumer products, Logistics, Energy, and Industrial products.

Corporates