Rod Millar

Operating Partner at Brightstar Capital Partners

Rod Millar is an experienced executive with a robust history in leadership roles across various sectors, primarily focused on operational and product management. Currently serving as Operating Partner at Brightstar Capital Partners since April 2025, Millar previously held the position of Chief Executive Officer at Likewize from June 2019 to March 2025. With earlier tenures as Operating Partner at Brightstar Capital Partners and Senior Vice President of Product & Supply Chain at Sprint, Millar has demonstrated significant expertise in driving operational transformations, financial turnarounds, and strategic growth initiatives. Key achievements include leading a 600-person team with $14 billion in P&L accountability at Sprint and turning around the Americas business at Tech Data to profitability within 16 weeks. Beginning the career in sales management at Thomson Yellow Pages, Millar quickly ascended through the ranks, showcasing exceptional performance and leadership skills throughout various segments of the technology and logistics industries.

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Brightstar Capital Partners

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Brightstar Capital Partners is a private equity firm focused on partnering with closely-held and family-owned companies, where we can be a value-add investor. Brightstar is led by a seasoned team of investors with significant operating experience across numerous sectors and a primary focus on Business Services, Industrial Services, Consumer Services, and Government Services & Technology.


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