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What a week it’s been! 🚀 We just wrapped up interviews with six incredible managing partners from some of the top private equity firms out there. Each conversation was a deep dive into the brains behind the big moves in PE, and let us tell you, the insights were gold. From discussing the pulse of the market to uncovering the strategies that keep them ahead, every chat was a masterclass in navigating the complexities of private equity and how firms are finding success in the current market. Stay tuned – We’ll be sharing some key takeaways and maybe even a few behind-the-scenes moments. If you’re as fascinated by the PE world as we are, you won’t want to miss what’s coming! Big shoutout to these leaders for sharing their time and wisdom. Here’s to learning from the best and pushing the industry forward, together. 💼🌟

🖊️ In this week's blog, we explain some things we want our potential investors to understand. Most importantly, it's ok to say "no". https://zurl.co/Y7kY #gLOVEblog #mittengetaways #michiganglamping

It's always a treat for Yahoo Finance to get some time with Ariel Investments Founder, Chairman, Co-CEO and Chief Investment Officer John Rogers. A ton of investing and business wisdom packed into this 8 minute interview. Give it a watch: https://rb.gy/yq2l45

▲ Ben Williamson writes and sends an article for our community of public leaders every Saturday. Last week, he put together a banger on how public companies tend to put investors into two categories without accounting for the majority that actually sit in the middle. 👉 Read the full article here! https://lnkd.in/etQ8eayz #investorrelations #shareholderengagement #marketengagement #investorengagement

Our first of many Private Equity event series: Redefining Transformation for Value Creation in 2024. Please reach out to me to find out more. #privateequity #transformation #valuecreation

This is a great event if you are in private equity, CEO of a PE portco or simply interested in understanding the people who are transforming private equity. ping me or Julia Barber if you are interested in attending. #renovata #executivesearch #privateequity #technology

Do you believe that humanity can exist within private equity? If so, can you share examples of how this has been done? My mind and heart have been grappling with this- especially after a recent conversation witha a firm leader who wondered “How do I do private equity without losing my soul?” That’s a great question. Let me know your thoughts. 👇🏼 (This topic is what I’ll hit on in our next monthly newsletter. If you want to read something fresh, the link to sign up is in the comments.)

A recent study revealed that more than 80% of private equity professionals believe it is crucial for private equity firms to build a strong brand. One factor that is becoming an increasingly important focus for firms is expanding the asset class to new pools of investors—particularly individual investors who have not historically had access to private capital and where awareness continues to be very low. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3LhP3r8

Have you registered yet? We still have space available so please register now. We are thrilled to invite you to our final breakfast meeting for 2023 which will be held on December 7, 2023 with a discussion focused on "Modern Shareholder Engagement". Shareholder engagement has become increasingly important, as investors have become more vocal about their expectations for companies and corporations have seen a rise in shareholder activism. Boards of directors need to be prepared to engage with shareholders in a meaningful way, in order to understand their concerns and perspectives, and to build trust and confidence. Join Edelman Smithfield for a discussion on modern shareholder engagement practices, and what boards of directors need to know in order to be effective: -The investment community’s evolving expectations of the board of directors -The importance of shareholder engagement and the best ways for directors to participate -Rise of shareholder activism and the steps a board can take to prepare -How to measure the success of shareholder engagement Registration is now open for Institute members and guests. Click on the link below to register.   https://conta.cc/3QEVW7E Gregg Ballew, CFA, Kelly Harris, CPA, Mike Cherry, PE,Dᴇɴɴɪs 𝙅 Cᴀɢᴀɴ

Stock Options Repricing is a strategy that should gain more traction in today's economic landscape. Learn more about the why, how and legal nuances in this super insightful article from the excellent Naël El Berkani!