Eagle Backer Advisors (EBA)
Architects of Organizational Success

A private equity firm was in the process of buying a large carve-out of a globally recognized consumer electronics company when it engaged Eagle Backer as its advisor. In the absence of HR and finance resources, the PE firm wanted advice and a Global HR strategy from a leading firm on how to quickly set up infrastructures in the U.S. and 17 other countries before employees were onboarded.

For Eagle Backer, the initial advisory role during the sale process evolved into an interim chief human resource officer (CHRO position).

Employees at the electronics company anticipated the sale for two years and were waiting out job uncertainty in advance of the change of ownership. Mark Andrekovich, president of Eagle Backer Advisors, stepped in, bringing his 35 years of experience as a CHRO and a P&L leader.
His role was to facilitate communication, ensuring employees understood the new firms’ intention to retain them, and to collaborate with the executive team in identifying talent to fill vacant positions.

Following the close of the deal, Eagle Backer started the integration on the operational side, making sure all benefit programs, performance management programs, and salary structures were in place, along with the infrastructure needed to run the company. EBA also facilitated the selection of a new HR head and team, ensuring a seamless transition before stepping away, enabling the firm’s new venture to hit the ground running.

Eagle Backer Advisors, aims to unlock the full potential of organizations through strategic human capital solutions. Dedicated to going the extra mile, EBA offers top-notch services in organizational transformation, employee retention and engagement, corporate culture enhancement, executive search, and M&A support.

“Our strength lies in connecting the dots between human capital markets, products, and organizations,” says Andrekovich.

Harnessing its expertise, Eagle Backer Advisors excels at fueling organizational growth. Evaluating investment targets and orchestrating seamless integration with M&A and strategic networking paves the path for success. Moreover, EBA client advises boards of directors, and develops leadership succession plans, while transparently recruiting executive teams.

In M&A assessments, Eagle Backer’s comprehensive methodology ensures a thorough evaluation of all key areas, including leadership, policies, practices, technology, and the HR stack. It addresses issues like executive team alignment through surveys, one-on-one conversations, and 360-degree analysis for cultural alignment.

Unlike traditional consultants, EBA prioritizes providing a higher trust model, delivering candid facts and ensuring that the best interests of the business are served. This level of candor and willingness to confront uncomfortable realities sets Eagle Backer Advisors apart and adds significant value for its clients.

In one of many similar assignments, EBA did an investment target assessment for a financial investment firm that was considering making a significant investment in an emerging technology company. After evaluating the tech company’s human capital and overall business strategies, Eagle Backer recommended against investing as the firm had overlooked certain critical factors. Despite their initial interest, the financial company ultimately chose not to proceed with the investment plan as they trusted Eagle Backer’s team’s honest and expert advice.

Eagle Backers’ professionalism defines its commitment toward organizations that often face challenges investing in the right company or identifying leadership talent.

It builds trust with the top management to understand their needs. Despite challenges like adopting new technologies and hyper-competitive environments, its CHROs and subject matter experts leave no stone unturned to give the best advice to its clients because Eagle Backer believes that ‘every corporation deserves a Class-A team.’

Eagle Backer Advisors has emerged as the premier choice for businesses seeking comprehensive evaluations and guidance during carve-outs or transitions, making their honest recommendations a gateway for successful growth.