'I've been working myself out of a job' - ConnectWise's CEO tells CRN why he's selling the firm

Tom Wright
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Bellini will retain a 'significant stake' in the vendor when the sale to Thoma Bravo completes, but will step aside as CEO

ConnectWise "interviewed" eight private equity firms before deciding to sell a majority stake in the firm to Thoma Bravo, founder Arnie Bellini told CRN. The acquisition, announced today, will s...

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