The Mace Podcast: Leadership in Crisis and the Power of Strategic Partnerships

Host Marco Macente sits down with Jim Martin, founder and CEO of ACM Capital Partners, a nationally recognized turnaround and growth strategist best known as the “International Turnaround Guru.”

Jim specializes in helping companies navigate operational and financial distress, unlock hidden value, and return to profitability. With decades of experience, he has successfully led complex restructurings, growth transformations, and exits across a range of industries. His creative, hands-on approach and decisive leadership have made him a trusted advisor to private equity firms, lenders, and business owners seeking to stabilize and scale their companies.

Jim brings clarity to chaos, bridging the gap between vision and execution with a sharp strategic lens and deep financial acumen. His expertise spans crisis management, corporate turnarounds, value creation, and private equity and lender engagement.

In this conversation, Marco and Jim dive deep into:

• Leadership styles and approaches that work in high-pressure situations
• Strategic partnerships and why they’re critical in today’s challenging business environment
• How to lead through distress with clarity and confidence
• The mindset required to turn around struggling companies

Whether you’re navigating uncertainty or building for growth, this episode offers invaluable insights from someone who’s been in the trenches and delivered results.

🎧 [Listen to the full episode here]