Best But Never Final Podcast

💡 The J Curve 💡 Douglas McCormick and Lloyd Metz break down the meaning of the J Curve AND how it applies to the economics of the fund. Episode 14 is a deep dive into the lifecycle of a deal and the strategic considerations that guide PE firms in determining the optimal moment to sell. Don't miss this one! It's live on all podcast platforms and linked in the comments below. #privateequity #jcurve #economics #finance

NEW Episode! Hosts Douglas McCormick, Lloyd Metz & Sean Mooney discuss the art and science behind an exit in our brand new episode. Episode highlights: ▶ Lifecycle of a deal and the timing of exits ▶ Current market perceptions ▶ Internal processes for making the sell decision ▶ The impact of portfolio construction on individual deal performance and fund optimization ▶ Influence of individual track records on fund management and exit strategies Don't miss your chance to learn about the portfolio company exit process! The episode is live on every podcast platform and is linked in the comments below 💻

✅ Current M&A Market Environment ✅ Buyer v. Seller Expectations ✅ Strategies for Selling ✅ Deal Structuring All this and more is covered in our latest Best But Never Final podcast episode! Start listening on any podcast platform or learn more about the episode at the link in the comments.

Explore the complexities of private equity's strategic approaches to buying and selling across fluctuating market cycles in this episode of Best But Never Final. Hosts Lloyd Metz, Douglas McCormick, and Sean Mooney unpack the essence of private equity operations amidst economic uncertainties, offering listeners actionable advice on maximizing outcomes regardless of the market's condition. Don't miss this episode! #privateequity #marketcycles #businesspodcast #economy

NEW Episode! 💲 Private Equity's Game Plan: Executing Optimal Buy and Sell Strategies💲 Douglas McCormick [HCI Equity Partners], Lloyd Metz [ICV Partners, LLC], and Sean Mooney [BluWave, LP] share how to maximize buying and selling outcomes regardless of the market's condition. �� Key Highlights: 2:26 - Current Market Analysis: Perspectives on being net buyers or sellers in today's economic environment 15:46 - Strategies for Selling: Tactics to enhance asset value 27:42 - Acquiring with Intent: Structuring deals to ensure success in an uncertain market 37:49 - Valuation and Engagement: Importance of accurate valuation and building solid relationships for effective deal-making 45:07 - Deal Structuring and Capital Strategy: Exploring innovative approaches to capital and transaction structuring within private equity You can tune into the episode on any podcast platform or click the link in the comments below to learn more and listen on our website. #privateequity #buyingandselling #economy #businesspodcast

Everyone wants to know 💭 What's going on in the deal market❓ Dave Roberts, Managing Director of Houlihan Lokey, joins our hosts Douglas McCormick, Lloyd Metz & Sean Mooney to explore the shifting landscape of M&A markets and its impact on deal flow. Learn more from seasoned industry professionals in our latest Best But Never Final episode. Tune in on any podcast platform or click the link in the comments to listen directly on our page! #privateequity #investmentbanking #dealflow

We were lucky enough to host Dave Roberts, a well-respected, experienced sponsor coverage professional from Houlihan Lokey. If you're curious about the deal market, investment baking, or the current state of the industry's intersection, go listen to the latest episode now!! Check out what Douglas McCormick, Lloyd Metz, Sean Mooney, and Dave discuss in the episode (and when!): ⏩ 1:04 - Introduction of Dave Roberts and the evolving M&A market's impact on deal flows. ⏩ 9:47 - Performance insights of private equity portfolios amid economic fluctuations. ⏩ 15:11 - Examination of the backlog in deal introductions and the disconnect between buyer and seller expectations. ⏩ 22:00 - The critical role of sponsor coverage in investment banking for bridging between private equity firms and market opportunities. ⏩ 38:03 - Strategies for private equity firms to effectively engage with sponsor coverage professionals and optimize deal outcomes. #privateequity #privateequity #dealmarket #businesspodcast

⏰ When is the deal market going to come back?! Dave Roberts, Managing Director at Houlihan Lokey, joins our three hosts to answer this very question. Plus, learn more about the evolving M&A market, buyer and seller expectations, sponsor coverage, and optimizing deal outcomes. Join Dave, Douglas McCormick, Lloyd Metz, and Sean Mooney in the latest podcast episode. You can find it on any streaming platform or click the link in the comments below.

Our brand NEW episode features a special guest who brings an abundance of experience and insights to a conversation exploring the shifting landscape of M&A markets. Dave Roberts, Managing Director at Houlihan Lokey, joins our 3 hosts, Douglas McCormick, Lloyd Metz & Sean Mooney to discuss: ▶ The M&A market's impact on deal flows. ▶ Performance insights of private equity portfolios amid economic fluctuations. ▶ Examination of the backlog in deal introductions and the disconnect between buyer and seller expectations. ▶ The role of sponsor coverage in investment banking for bridging between private equity firms and market opportunities. ▶ Strategies for private equity firms to effectively engage with sponsor coverage professionals and optimize deal outcomes. Listen to the whole episode on any podcast platform, or click the link in the comments to listen directly on our website. #privateequity #investmentbanking #mergersandaquisitions

Concerned about navigating the current economic challenges? This topic has been at the forefront of industry discussions lately, with much time dedicated to strategizing on the best paths forward in this uncertain economy. In this enlightening episode, Douglas McCormick, Lloyd Metz, and Sean Mooney explore the strategic maneuvers recommended by the private equity "playbook" and how they utilize this knowledge to strengthen and expand their portfolio companies. See the episode highlights by clicking the link in the comments below and tune into the full episode on any podcast platform.