Hugh MacArthur is Chairman of the Global Private Equity Practice at Bain & Company, where he has worked for over 30 years. He helped found Bain’s private equity consulting division, which has grown into one of the largest and most influential PE advisory practices globally. Hugh is recognized for his deep insights into commercial due diligence, value creation, and navigating the dynamic private assets space. He previously served as Bain’s CIO, overseeing employee investment strategies.
Hugh MacArthur, Chairman of Bain & Company’s Global Private Equity Practice, joins the M&A Science podcast to unpack the evolution of private equity. From early deal structures to today's AI-powered due diligence, Hugh shares hard-earned lessons on scaling strategy, value creation, and thriving in a hypercompetitive landscape.