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The Karma School of Business Podcast provides one-of-a-kind insights into the private equity industry, business best practices and real-time trends. You'll learn from leading private equity professionals, visionary business executives and top industry thought leaders who will help you take action, improve your business and enhance your life.

Private Equity Spotlight: The Art of the Deal with OpenGate’s Josh Adams

On the "Karma School of Business Podcast," host Sean Mooney and Josh Adams of OpenGate Capital delve into the nuances of the private equity industry. They discuss Josh's unique journey to becoming a partner at OpenGate Capital, the firm's strategic focus on corporate carve-outs, and how they navigate the global market.Episode Highlights: 1:05 - Josh's journey from South Wales to private equity. 07:59 - How Welsh heritage shapes Josh's professional approach. 10:43 - Discussing current private equity market challenges. 18:00 - OpenGate's specialization in industrials and corporate carve-outs. 24:47 - The benefits of OpenGate's global strategy and team. 29:40 - Adapting investment strategies in a tough market.For more information about OpenGate Capital, go to www.opengatecapital.com For more information on Josh, go to www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-m-adams-70602126 For more information on BluWave and this podcast, go to www.bluwave.net/podcasts
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Private Equity Spotlight: Building Success with Tim Schulte of Council Capital

On the "Karma School of Business Podcast," host Sean Mooney welcomes Tim Schulte, Partner at Council Capital, for a deep dive into the private equity landscape, particularly focusing on the healthcare sector. Tim's journey from a history major to a private equity partner has uniquely influenced his approach to value creation and investment.Episode Highlights: 1:37 - Tim Schulte shares his unconventional path from studying history to becoming a partner in private equity. 8:41 - Discussion on Council Capital's investment criteria using the Market-Team-Company Framework. 12:46 - Council Capital's approach to value creation, emphasizing collaboration and respect. 19:41 - Innovations in deal sourcing at Council Capital, including the Executive in Residence program and AI tools. 23:58 - Tim shares life lessons from literature, offering book recommendations that have impacted his perspective on life and business.For more information on Council Capital, visit www.councilcapital.com. For more...

Andrew Greenberg, GVC | Evolution of the M&A Market: A Journey from Information Asymmetry to AI-Enhanced Efficiency

In this captivating episode, host Sean Mooney and guest Andy Greenberg delve into their diverse career trajectories and the dynamic evolution of the M&A market. From Andy's unexpected journey from politics to investment banking to the transformation of M&A operations through technology, they discuss the growing importance of specialization in the field. They also forecast the potential impact of AI on the industry's future efficiency.Episode Highlights: 1:31 - Andy shares his journey into the world of M&A 7:10 - Reflecting on the M&A landscape in the mid-90s 12:58 - The evolution of the M&A business to its current state 22:14 - The increasing significance of industry-specific expertise 29:44 - Predictions for the future direction of the M&A market 36:18 - Andy imparts wisdom to his younger selfTo learn more about Andy and Greenberg Variations Capital, go to www.greenbergvariations.comTo listen to Middle Market Musings, go to www.middlemarketmusings.com

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A Wave of Deals is Coming: Commercial Due Diligence for When the Tide Rolls In

In a special edition of the podcast, we present exclusive insights from the webinar "A Wave of Deals is Coming: Commercial Due Diligence for When the Tide Rolls In." Hosted by Sean Mooney, Founder & CEO of BluWave, and featuring Andrew Joy, Partner at Hidden Harbor Capital Partners, this episode, moderated by BluWave's Managing Director Houston Slatton, dives deep into the critical aspects of commercial due diligence in the private equity sector.Episode Highlights: 3:48 - Analyzing a target's end markets and its investment significance 8:13 - Evaluating market conditions in deal assessments 13:03 - Unpacking the essence of commercial due diligence 19:52 - Using commercial due diligence outcomes to shape bid strategies 24:58 - Comparing big box firms with specialized service providers 32:40 - Concluding insightsTo learn more about Andrew and Hidden Harbor Capital Parts, go to www.hh-cp.com.To learn more about BluWave and this podcast, go to www.bluwave.net/podcast. {%...

Q2 Snapshot: Key Findings from BluWave’s Private Equity Insights Report

Listen as Sean Mooney discusses private equity findings from the Q2 2023 BluWave Insights Report. The report uncovers how private equity firms are taking action, securing safety and finding success. In this episode, Sean discusses:1:02 - Why value creation is surging3:33 - Cooling activity on human capital4:32 - Growing activity across other value creation sectors5:12 - The trend toward data and AI6:30 - An update on 2023 predictionsTo download the full report, go to www.bluwave.net/insights-report/.

John Huhn, Compass Group Equity Partners | Unlocking Success: The Power of Persistence in PE

A managing partner from Compass Group Equity Partners, John Huhn, joins the Karma School of Business Podcast to discuss:1:04 - John's background and path to private equity9:28 - The most important traits to look for when evaluating a potential investment13:50 - What makes Compass unique and how they approach value creation21:34 - Advice to successfully manage a rocky economic period26:52 - Important aspects of the portco-PE firm relationship31:30 - John's advice to his younger selfAnd much more. To learn more about Compass Group, go to https://www.cgep.com/.To learn more about BluWave, go to www.bluwave.net.

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