Hi, I'm Alex Myers - Committee Member at Boardwave
I'm a CEO focused on building and scaling European B2B software businesses, combining deep operational experience with strategic consulting insights. I thrive on unlocking potential in tech ventures and driving transformative growth.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Previously applied consulting rigor at McKinsey & Company to drive business strategies.
Currently building a portfolio of European software businesses as co-CEO.
Can help others by providing strategic leadership and operational expertise for software companies.
🚀 Career trajectory
Foundation in Management Consulting
Began career at McKinsey & Company, honing strategic problem-solving and client advisory skills across diverse industries.
✦ McKinsey & Company
✦ Management Consulting
✦ Strategic Analysis
Driving Portfolio Performance
Transitioned to private equity as a Portfolio Performance Director, focusing on operational improvements and value creation in invested companies.
✦ Private Equity
✦ Portfolio Management
✦ Operational Excellence
Entrepreneurial Leadership
Co-founded Upliift and joined Boardwave, taking on leadership roles to build and scale software businesses, applying extensive industry experience.
✦ Founder
✦ Co-CEO
✦ Software Entrepreneurship
✦ Board Member
💪🏻 Superpowers
Strategic Software Portfolio Builder
Expert in acquiring and scaling European B2B software businesses.
✦ Building and managing a diversified portfolio of software companies.
✦ Implementing growth strategies for PE-backed ventures.
✦ Identifying undervalued software assets for acquisition.
PE-Backed Executive Leadership
Proven track record in driving performance for private equity.
✦ Leading executive teams to achieve ambitious financial targets.
✦ Optimizing operations for maximum ROI in software businesses.
✦ Expertise in due diligence and portfolio value enhancement.
Consultant-Turned-Operator
Translating strategic vision into operational excellence.
✦ Applying McKinsey-honed strategic frameworks to real-world challenges.
✦ Driving change management and business transformation initiatives.
✦ Bridging the gap between strategic planning and execution.
I'm excited about
✦ Discovering innovative European software companies poised for growth.
✦ Connecting with visionary founders and investors in the tech ecosystem.
✦ Exploring opportunities to scale and optimize B2B software businesses.
I can help with
✦ Provide strategic guidance for software business growth and transformation.
✦ Offer expertise in private equity operations and value creation.
✦ Share insights on effective M&A and due diligence processes.
I would love your help on
✦ Identifying promising early-stage European B2B software startups.
✦ Connecting with limited partners interested in software sector investments.
✦ Finding experienced executives to join growth-stage software companies.