Interview with Dr. Thomas Costa of Coventya

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In the new episode of the alpha Talks Podcast, Enno Krey speaks to Dr. Thomas Costa, former CEO of Coventya (acquired by MacDermid Enthone in 2021), a leading international specialty chemicals company. Thomas has successfully led Coventya through 20 years of PE ownership before it was acquired by Element Solutions Inc (NYSE:ESI) this year.

Thomas speaks about his journey and the lessons learnt as a successful Private Equity CEO.

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alpha Talks is the podcast dedicated to Private Equity value growth. Enno speaks to experienced buyout CEOs, operating partners, deal makers and advisors about their experience and lessons-learned in the industry.

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