We cover three overarching themes from this year’s report, including clear evidence of an industry recovery, continuing challenges for GP’s, and strategies for winning the future.
Sep 1
Where AI Is (and Isn’t) Creating Value
We asked six leading investors at Vista, Hg, Advent, CVC, KKR, and Apollo where AI is creating value today—and what it will take to unlock the next wave of transformations.
19m 13s
Aug 18
Exits, AI and Asking 'What’s Next?' w/ Advent International's John Maldonado
In part two of our interview with Advent’s Managing Partner, we explore how the firm is navigating longer holding periods, harder exits, and rapid technological change — while staying true to its core.
16m 23s
Oct 2025
Private Equity in Q3 2025: Moving from Defense to Offense
In this special edition of the Karma School of Business , Sean Mooney , Founder and CEO of BluWave , breaks down key findings from BluWave's Q3 2025 Private Equity Insights Report . Drawing parallels between his son's fencing lessons and today's economic climate, Sean explains ho ... Show More
29 m
Jul 2024
Private Equity on the Upswing: Marking Revival in Q2 2024
In this episode, Sean Mooney provides an uplifting overview of BluWave's Q2 2024 Private Equity Insights Report. Amidst fluctuating economic conditions, the private equity deal market shows promising signs of recovery, mirroring the broader economic upturn. Drawing an analogy to ... Show More
19m 44s
Feb 2025
What’s on the board agenda in 2025?
In this episode of The Corporate Director Podcast, we’re joined by Melanie Nolen, Head of Research at Chief Executive Group. The discussion centers around the 2025 edition of "What Directors Think," a report jointly produced by the Diligent Institute, Corporate Board Member, and ... Show More
27m 26s
Jan 2025
Predictions and Strategies for 2025
Jim and Paul kick off the 2025 podcast year. We discuss economic uncertainties, private equity challenges, and evolving market strategies. We explore AI's role in portfolio management, cybersecurity concerns, and operational improvements, emphasizing practical efficiency over dra ... Show More
47m 50s
Sep 2025
The Future of Entrepreneurship and Business Growth | Inventures Keynote 2025
In this keynote and Q&A from the 2025 Inventures conference, GaryVee shares insights on entrepreneurship, adapting to change, and finding opportunities in today’s business landscape. While the audio quality from the host and Q&A sections isn’t perfect, the conversation is packed ... Show More
55m 4s
Jan 2025
Four Key Investment Themes for 2025
<p>Our Global Head of Fixed Income & Public Policy Research Michael Zezas discusses how Morgan Stanley’s key themes – deglobalization, longevity, the future of energy, and artificial intelligence – will evolve in 2025 and beyond.</p><p><br></p><p>----- Transcript -----</p><p> ... Show More
5m 16s