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Building Lasting Value with KPS Capital Partners’ Michael Psaros

Building Lasting Value with KPS Capital Partners’ Michael Psaros12 Dec 202543 min

In this episode of Private Market Talks, Michael Psaros, Co-Founder and Co-Managing Partner of KPS Capital Partners, joins Howard Beber to discuss KPS’s disciplined, operations-focused approach to industrial investing.

Michael shares how his roots in a steel town shaped his career, why KPS measures success through absolute value creation and how the firm is navigating global technology and manufacturing shifts.

He also reflects on leadership, long-term partnerships and the culture that has guided KPS’ success for more than three decades.