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DEER ISLE: Insights, Flows & Investment Trends
May 21, 2024 “AI”: 70% versus 20%!? In what sector is close to 70% of the funds flow and corresponding intellectual energy going into AI? “Venture Capital” In what sector is only approximately... Read More -
GUEST POST: “NO”, IT CAN’T BE A “NO”: Soliciting Feedback from Allocators
May 21, 2024 There is nothing enjoyable about rejection, no matter how it comes. In the case of fund GPs/sponsors, rejection is especially painful when they have displayed transparency, authenticity, and the potential... Read More -
Schulte, Roth + Zabel: Private Equity Bootcamp Invite
April 29, 2024 Schulte, Roth + Zabel are pleased to invite you to their Private Equity Bootcamp program on May 2nd, 2024. It promises to offer valuable insight into structuring and executing private... Read More -
GUEST POST: CORPORATE INNOVATION: 3 Recent Government Proposals (and Inaction) Creating Obstacles
April 26, 2024 Innovation has always been a key driver of economic growth, productivity and human progress. According to the Global Innovation Index 2023 by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), factors such... Read More -
GUEST POST: SALE or CAPITAL RAISE TIMELINE: 3 Months to Close
April 26, 2024 A Capital Seeker’s understanding of the financial due diligence timeline can significantly help them prepare for a sale or capital raise. By becoming familiar with the timeline, they gain key... Read More -
DEER ISLE: Insights, Views & Investment Trends
April 26, 2024 Top Broker/Dealer We are proud to announce that we have been selected as a top 10 Broker Dealer by Financial Services Review Magazine. Read the Article: Deer Isle Group |... Read More -
GUEST POST: DEAL KILLERS: 8 Steps to Avoid Killing a Capital Transaction
March 27, 2024 There is a certain momentum that occurs during GP/sponsor due diligence. Positive momentum can be exhilarating for all parties involved. The LP conducting the research feels excited because a selected-for-further-scrutiny... Read More -
PROTECT AGAINST CAPITAL RAIDERS: 4 Steps to Prevent a Down Round
March 27, 2024 In periods of high liquidity organizations rarely think about “what will happen in the next funding round if…”. Optimism rules the mindset and it’s not a scenario that anyone wants... Read More -
DEER ISLE: Insights, Flows & Investment Trends
March 27, 2024 A Capital Seeker Who Understands Us! True Conversation with a head of a Large Capital Provider (think billions under management): Capital Provider: We expect to get to know potential Capital... Read More -
PRESS RELEASE: Deer Isle Group Introduces Executive Management Bootcamp for Successful Capital Transactions
March 20, 2024 A Transparent & Efficient Proprietary Deer Isle Group Playbook for Successful Capital Transaction Preparation SOUTHAMPTON, N.Y., March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Deer Isle Group, LLC is excited to introduce its... Read More -
GUEST POST: Getting Ready for a Sale or Capital Raise? 6 Crucial Financial Due Diligence Focus Areas
February 20, 2024 Sell-side financial due diligence can be paramount in facilitating a smoother sale or capital raise, while maximizing value and achieving the highest purchase price possible. It improves a Buyer’s confidence... Read More -
NEGOTIATE TO CLOSE: 4 Successful Negotiating Strategies for M&A and Capital Transactions
February 20, 2024 Closing an M&A or capital transaction is a complex process that requires success at multiple steps. These steps can be divided into “soft steps” which include successful negotiations and “hard... Read More
