On BDO’s newest Private Equity PErspectives podcast episode, Mike Hoffmann, partner at Thoma Bravo, sat down with host Todd Kinney to share his outlook on the current software deal space. They discuss:

• Thoma Bravo’s method: How the firm creates opportunities and measures results, and why they take a management-centric approach when evaluating potential partners.
• The high-growth nature of software: Unpacking the secular tailwinds, focus on digital transformation and emerging technologies, and the IT and security skills gaps feeding growth in the software space.
• Talent management: Why talent is everything in software, and how companies that prioritize attracting and retaining top talent can drive innovation, enhance operational efficiency, and gain a competitive advantage.

Listen here: Talking Software Deal Trends with Thoma Bravo