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Aug 2024
36m 35s

Elements of Value in Private Equity: Ins...

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About this episode

Join host Sean Mooney in a special compilation episode of the Karma School of Business, featuring key insights from industry leaders on value creation in private equity. This episode distills wisdom from Carl Press (Thoma Bravo), Suzanne Yoon (Kinzie Capital), John Caple (Hidden Harbor Capital Partners), Erica Blob (Brighton Park Capital Partners), and Eric Hansen (Blue Sea Capital) into actionable strategies for CEOs, CFOs, and founders. Discover what drives investment decisions and how to cultivate value in your company.

Episode Highlights:

  • 00:00 - Introduction to the elements of value in private equity.
  • 01:55 - Carl Press on leadership and revenue quality.
  • 09:22 - Suzanne Yoon on product differentiation and customer focus.
  • 17:17 - John Caple on value investing essentials.
  • 22:49 - Erica Blob on selecting growth-stage companies.
  • 29:30 - Eric Hansen on the importance of diversification and management integrity.

Links:

  • To listen to Carl Press's episode, go to: https://www.bluwave.net/podcasts/carl-press-thoma-bravo/
  • To listen to Suzanne Yoon's episode, go to: https://www.bluwave.net/podcasts/suzanne-yoon-kinzie-capital/
  • To listen to John Caple's episode, go to: https://www.bluwave.net/podcasts/john-caple-hidden-harbor/
  • To listen to Erica Blob's episode, go to: https://www.bluwave.net/podcasts/erica-blob-brighton-park-capital/
  • To listen to Eric Hansen's episode, go to: https://www.bluwave.net/podcasts/eric-hansen-blue-sea-capital/

Gain insights into the core elements of value that shape successful private equity investments and learn how to apply these principles to your business.

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