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Since joining Media Development Investment Fund in 2022, several of you have asked me "what exactly does MDIF do?," "what is impact investing?" and "how does a not-for-profit investment fund work?" Here's a recent Reuters Breakingviews podcast with our CEO, Harlan Mandel, discussing our mission and investment model. I look forward to your questions and comments!

Highlighting another snippet from the fifth episode of our new podcast series, Taking off in +Tech! Learn more about Jonathan's reasoning behind the name of his company! "Jonathan Wu on Building the Future of Asia" features U-M alum, Jonathan Wu, and his journey to becoming a Founding Partner at Wings Capital Ventures and his journey from working in a fast-paced finance world in New York to launching a venture capital firm in Hong Kong. Curious to hear more? Follow our channel at https://lnkd.in/eDEuJTds to listen to the rest and stay updated with our future episodes. #uofm #michigan #tech #technology #business #finance #venturecapital

Get the latest insights about allocating to alternatives from the newest episode of the Alternative Allocations podcast with Tony Davidow, CIMA®️ and guest Scott Welch of Certuity. https://lnkd.in/er6JehNn.

Preparing for Exit from day one. I was recently invited to speak on EHE Ventures Fast Growth Funding, the podcast demystifying AI investments for forward-thinking investors. Guy and I talked about the benefits of exit planning at all stages of business. We undertake market analysis w Implicit Advisory Limited to add vital insights the funding and exit planning process. By reviewing M&A and fundraise data we identify: 🚀Valuation metrics 🚀Strategic drivers 🚀Active buyers 🚀Active investors 🚀Active sector advisers No successful plan is ever built in isolation, we apply a combination of knowledge, market research, network insights and peer groups to test and iterate the strategy. Listen the podcast here. https://lnkd.in/e_XtvU7E Want to learn more? Book an Appointment #exitplanning #funding #growthcapital #investment #venturecapital #privateequity #manda

Excited to announce our latest podcast episode from the Independent Sponsors Summit: "Equity Funding Explained: Navigating Sources and Strategies for Success"! 🔍 In this episode, we'll be exploring the vast landscape of equity capital sources, providing a deep dive into the pros and cons of each option. From family offices to private equity firms, we'll analyze the available avenues for securing equity capital and offer invaluable insights into optimizing structures and compensation to attract investors. Key Discussion Points: Assessing the spectrum of equity capital sources, from family offices to private equity Streamlining the co-investment process for sponsors and equity partners Adapting to valuation changes and optimizing equity structures Strategies for sourcing and structuring deals to attract equity funding Cultivating a dependable pool of equity investors for efficient capital raising Evaluating the trade-offs between single equity investors and pools of equity investors Tune in for an insightful discussion on navigating the complexities of equity funding: https://hubs.li/Q02tL5tM0 #EquityFunding #CapitalRaising #InvestmentStrategies #ISS16

Episode 20 of our Investor Insights series features Richard Carlyle from Capital Group. Global stock markets have become increasingly concentrated over the last decade. The US share of global indices has risen considerably, reflecting in part the far superior earnings growth from US listed business, driving valuations to a premium and, in turn, attracting a greater number of non-US businesses to the US market. The dominance of the largest companies within indices has also increased dramatically with many measures of concentration at the top-end of markets comparable, or even exceeding, that of the most extreme periods over the last 100 years of market data. Trends such as this have significant implications for asset allocation and stock selection and in this episode we discuss this, amongst other topics, in the context of one of the largest equity investment managers, Capital Group, which has run strategies with a consistent investment process across multiple economic cycles. The full Investor Insights playlist can be found via the Killik & Co YouTube Channel https://lnkd.in/dJV5mMzA and also via Spotify https://lnkd.in/dgFMFVWi

Ever wonder what drives top LPs in the VC world? 🤔 Hint: It's not just about the returns...💡 I'm thrilled to share a sneak peek of this week's podcast episode featuring Aakar Vachhani, Managing Partner at Fairview Capital Partners. With over $3.5B AUM and a 17-year tenure, Aakar brings a wealth of insights on emerging managers in VC. What struck me most was Fairview's mindset: 'Waking up every day to prove people wrong is just a big motivator for us, and we're just obsessed with our work.' As a GP, this energy is infectious! It's inspiring to see an LP so passionate about backing emerging managers and fostering diversity in the industry. In the episode, we discuss: - The evolution of Fairview's approach over the past 15 years - Why they're bullish on emerging managers, especially in today's market - How they identify funds with great culture (it's not just about track records!) - Their thoughts on the future of AI in VC Whether you're an LP, GP, or just curious about the inner workings of VC, this episode offers valuable perspectives on building long-lasting partnerships in the industry. Stay tuned for the full episode dropping later this week! 🎙️

Venture Capital Insights and Storytelling with Peter Walker Join hosts, Yuri G. Rabinovich and Niko Leon with this week’s special guest Peter Walker, Head of Insights at Carta, a platform that simplifies equity management for private companies and investors. Peter shares his journey from data analytics roles to building Carta's insights practice, covering trends from thousands of companies on the platform. He talks about his approach to using private market data, lessons from shaping equity and ownership stories, and gives practical tips for founders navigating the funding world. We also cover AI's role in private markets and Carta's take on equity trends. Want to know more? Subscribe to the VNTR Capital Podcast and check out the full episode. Links in the comment section below! 🎧 Let us know your thoughts on Stephan's insights in the comments below!

💡 Did you know that $100 invested in 1988 would have returned $398,723,873 today..... The Medallion Fund by Renaissance Technologies holds the title of the greatest performing fund in history, boasting an average annual return of 66%. This week, we mourn the loss of its founder, Jim Simons. In 2022, he humbly reflected, "I did a lot of math. I made a lot of money, and I gave almost all of it away." Jim and his team of math professors approached the capital markets with a fresh perspective and a diverse skill set. This serves as a powerful reminder for our own businesses: the individuals who can make the most significant impact on your organization or industry might not even be in the industry yet. Keep an open mind, and bet on people regardless of their background. If you're interested in the history of Renaissance Technologies, The Acquirers Podcast recently did a fantastic episode on them. 🎧 https://lnkd.in/efJBkRjA #Leadership #Innovation #Investing #JimSimons #RenaissanceTechnologies #OpenMind #Diversity #TheAcquirersPodcast

Brant Walker, chief investment strategist at Grey Ledge Advisors, joins Senior Vice President Scott Albraccio on our "Thoughts From the Ledge" podcast to discuss several recent trends: 📈 How sector weightings affect portfolio growth as market gains expand to cover a broader range of industries 🦄 The pullback from the volatile pursuit of IPOs and "unicorn" startups as an investment strategy 🏢 The corporate earnings outlook for the fourth quarter of 2024 🤖 How AI may impact productivity and earnings in the future 🗳️ The historic market trends after recent presidential elections (a topic we'll delve into more in a future podcast) Take a listen at https://lnkd.in/gjxGTAft #GreyLedgeAdvisors #ThoughtsFromTheLedge #FinancialPodcast #Investing