September 16, 2026
Ares' Kipp deVeer details a strategy focused on 'new economy' assets like logistics and data centers, while exercising caution in private equity.
September 9, 2026
Private credit is healthy, says Ares' Kipp deVeer. Scale drives better returns, expertise wins deals, and 'SaaSpocalypse' fears are misplaced.
September 1, 2026
PE leaders are deep in AI experimentation, but full transformation is rare. The keys are data strategy, cultural adoption, and leadership.
August 18, 2026
Advent International's John Maldonado on navigating tough exits, leveraging AI for value creation, and maintaining GP/LP alignment.
August 11, 2026
Advent International leverages 'specialization at scale' and global 'pond skipping' to target breakout returns of 3x or more on investments.
July 29, 2026
CVC's CEO on PE's future: fundraising is tied to performance, Europe offers unique alpha, and firm-wide AI adoption is non-negotiable.
July 22, 2026
CVC CEO Rob Lucas on how mountaineering informs investment leadership, fostering an entrepreneurial culture, and driving success with a unique carry model.
July 1, 2026
KKR's Pete Stavros on scaling employee ownership, leveraging AI incrementally, and building a patient, long-term private equity platform.
June 8, 2026
Bain's 2026 PE Midyear Report: The industry isn't in crisis, it's stuck. A confidence gap, not a capital shortage, slows deals and exits.
June 2, 2026
Vista's Robert Smith explains the shift from SaaS to 'Software as a Worker,' outlining new rules for AI-driven value creation and investing.
May 26, 2026
Apollo’s David Sambur on exiting well in tough markets: de-risk early, build internal capabilities, and embrace "clean sheet thinking" with AI.
April 21, 2026
Triton's CEO Peder Prahl on why the 'new normal' of higher rates creates opportunities for disciplined investors who find new value and prioritize culture.
April 7, 2026
Triton's CEO Peder Prahl on value investing: Buy before the theme, fix what's broken, and maintain discipline when others speed up.
March 24, 2026
Stonepeak's CEO discusses how AI's energy demand and supply chain shifts are creating unique investment opportunities in renewables and logistics.
March 10, 2026
Stonepeak CEO Michael Dorrell shares his framework for navigating the AI infrastructure cycle, de-risking data center deals, and capitalizing on surging power demand.
February 25, 2026
ILPA CEO Jennifer Choi discusses LP uncertainty amid low liquidity, the rise of continuation vehicles, and the influx of retail capital.
February 23, 2026
Bain's 2026 PE report reveals a 'K-shaped' recovery. Mega-deals mask a broad slowdown, forcing firms to evolve beyond old playbooks to win.
February 17, 2026
Gryphon's co-CEO explains how a 40-person ops team with specialized talent in HR, AI, and OD brings megafund capabilities to the mid-market.
February 3, 2026
Gryphon's David Andrews on spotting the downturn early, navigating the PE storm, and prioritizing portfolio ops and selective exits to win.
January 20, 2026
Experts debate the AI bubble, comparing it to the dot-com era. A sharp correction could trigger a global recession but may offer silver linings.
January 13, 2026
Macro risks for 2026: A fragile US stock market, China's strategic tech push, and European stagnation threaten the PE market's recovery.
December 16, 2025
Private equity's 'musty attic' of aged, unsold assets has created a liquidity crisis, pitting GPs' valuation fears against LPs' need for cash.
December 9, 2025
TA Associates on post-deal value creation: leveraging a 40-person Strategic Resource Group, driving 1500+ add-ons, and a unique partial-exit strategy.
December 2, 2025
TA Associates' Hythem El-Nazer on their decentralized investment process, radical accountability, and how they find needles in a haystack.
November 11, 2025
Goldman Sachs' Kristin Olson on democratizing private markets: the product innovation, tech investment, and operational scale required to win.
October 28, 2025
Goldman Sachs' Kristin Olson on unlocking private markets for wealthy individuals via education, strategic allocation, & liquidity solutions.
October 14, 2025
Premira’s Co-CEO on value creation: Prioritize revenue growth over margin, embed specialists, and set up the next buyer for success.
September 30, 2025
Permira's co-CEO shares how a patient, talent-first approach cracked the US market and how a clear-eyed AI strategy is shaping their future.
September 16, 2025
TPG's Steve Ellis on how impact investing unlocks value in complex carve-outs, leveraging a firm-wide ecosystem to generate outsized returns.
