Topic: Guest Posts
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2024 TOP 10: LP and GP Lookback
December 23, 2024 As an active participant in the private investing ecosystem, I am subconsciously urged to join the ubiquitous fray of end-of-year retrospections. However, I want my entry to be low-fuss and... Read More -
GUEST POST: INVESTOR PERSONALITIES and their Commitments
November 24, 2024 On the surface, the common maxim “capital is capital” might seem to predominantly drive GP decisions when raising capital. However, seasoned fund managers will be the first to tell you... Read More -
GUEST POST: HOW DO CAPITAL PROVIDERS THINK ABOUT FUND TEAMS? 7 Key Items to Consider
October 22, 2024 There is one thing that every GP/sponsor has up their sleeves when challenged about what makes them unique, which is their people. Since no two individuals are alike, it stands to... Read More -
GUEST POST: GET OVER YOURSELF – It is Serious but Not That Serious – Chill Out!
September 18, 2024 Although some in the investment world feel it is their birthright to manage money or assess those who manage it, many others embrace these functions as immense privileges. Applying a... Read More -
GUEST POST: CAPITAL PROVIDERS CARE ABOUT REPUTATIONAL RISK – 6 Potential Questions
August 21, 2024 In addition to the determination of capital loss and excess volatility risks, the assessment of “reputational risk” is vital when evaluating investment opportunities. However, reputational risk is among the most... Read More -
GUEST POST: IS MY BABY THE BEST BABY? Competitive Fund Landscape
July 25, 2024 We know you think your baby is the cutest, smartest, and most infallible ever to live. We also realize that asking you to critique your baby is difficult, as it... 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 -
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 -
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: 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 -
GUEST POST: ESG/SUSTAINABILITY REGULATIONS – The Coming Impact on Middle Market and Small Business
February 21, 2023 By: Jenifer Faust (Faust Global Partners) & Dean Emerick (ESG The Report) In 2023, there will be an increased focus on sustainability and ESG-related regulations worldwide. In the United States,... Read More -
GUEST POST: ESG RATING AGENCIES – What Investment Managers Need to Know
December 13, 2022 As COP 27 is wrapping up in Egypt, and we are reminded of our responsibility to take urgent climate action, many investment managers are looking for ways to align their... Read More
