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Ralph Demsky was familiar with EG’s worrisome corporate situation and had been a vocal advocate of a sharper focus on shareholder value for EG for several years. Ralph was convinced that great opportunities existed for EG to boost its value. Upon retirement of the previous chairman and CEO, the board had tapped Ralph to lead EG because of his controversial ideas and his strong operating track record leading Consumerco.
Ralph knew he needed to act fast. His plan was first to uncover and act on any immediate restructuring opportunities within EG. Then for the longer term, he would put in place management systems and approaches to ensure EG did not pass up rich opportunities.