Upfrog: 'Private equity is betting on scale, but losing on trust'

Upfrog President Justin Riley argues PE-backed national brands are losing on consumer trust due to opaque pricing and high-pressure sales, an opening for transparent independents.

““Private equity is betting on scale, but they are losing on trust,” Riley says.”

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