Atlanta, June 26, 2024 WILD BOYS, TX, Jan. 13, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — Seasoned entrepreneur, public company CEO and philanthropist Parker H. “Pete” Petit has announced the publication of his new book, “The Entrepreneur’s Dilemma: Should I Take My Company Public?” This compelling first-person narrative chronicles how the infant death of his young son awakened Petit’s entrepreneurial spirit. His response to this tragedy led him to helm five public companies over the course of his career. The book also outlines the dramatic events that unfolded during Petit’s final tenure as CEO of MiMedx, which was ranked by Fortune as the fifth fastest-growing public company in 2017.
In “The Entrepreneur’s Dilemma” Pete Petit “The book provides a fascinating, deep-dive story of the challenges he faced while leading MiMedx through turbulent times. It details Petit’s experiences dealing directly with short sellers and handling an internal coup. It also details the unprecedented challenges Petit faced, including indictments by the Department of Justice in the Southern District of Columbia.” new yorkAccording to Petit, the legal battle “highlighted the uneven nature of today’s legal system.”
“The Entrepreneur’s Dilemma” is more than just a personal memoir; it is an essential textbook for CEOs, their management teams, and their boards of directors. Petit shares valuable insights on how to prepare for, defend against, and navigate the complexities of America’s “new” legal system as a public company. His experiences and lessons learned make this a must-read for anyone considering taking a company public or running a public company.
“Writing this book was a cathartic experience for me and an opportunity to share the hard-won wisdom I’ve gained throughout my career,” said Petit. “I hope it will serve as a guide for future entrepreneurs, business leaders and their shareholders to navigate the uneven legal system facing public companies today.”
“Pete” Petit has had an impressive career of significant accomplishments and contributions in the fields of entrepreneurship and philanthropy. As founder and former CEO of Healthdyne, Matria Healthcare, and three other subsidiaries, Petit led the development of innovative healthcare solutions, many of which propelled the companies into leadership roles in the healthcare space. His leadership at MiMedx further demonstrated his ability to drive rapid growth and innovation, making him a respected figure in the business community.
“The Entrepreneur’s Dilemma: Should I Take My Company Public?” is available now. For more information and to order, please visit: BooksThe official website for this book.
About Parker H. “Pete” Petit
Parker H. “Pete” Petit is an accomplished entrepreneur, philanthropist, author and business leader with a distinguished career spanning several decades leading multiple successful public companies. As the former CEO of MiMedx, he led the company to become the fifth fastest-growing public company in 2017 (according to Fortune magazine). Petit is also known for his philanthropic efforts, supporting various charitable causes and contributing to the advancement of healthcare solutions, academic education and research.
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