We captured exclusive interviews on the sidelines of the event, covering a diverse range of topics. Discussions included the explosive growth in the secondaries market, the transformative role of AI and digital disruption, innovative strategies in private credit, and the evolving landscape of private equity taxation.
Additionally, experts shared insights on tax insurance solutions for M&A transactions, the critical importance of monetizing real estate assets, and the outlook for middle-market investments amidst potential interest rate changes.
Click the links below to watch the interviews and gain valuable perspectives from the event:
- Paloma Lima-Mayland, Partner and Head of our Markets Group Private Equity Team, kicked off by sharing what attendees could look forward to and discussed some of the industry's key trends.
- Rich Lawson, CEO of HGGC, discussed his goals for our 12th Private Equity Event, highlighting the importance of networking, exchanging best practices, and continuous learning in private equity.
- Leor Landa, Head of Investment Management at Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP, delved into the explosive growth of the secondaries market, driven by a surge in demand for liquidity within private equity.
- Gabriel Yomi Dabiri of Polsinelli shared insights into the evolving landscape of private credit and the strategies driving success in today's economic climate.
- Jordan Tamchin, Executive Vice President at CAC Specialty, explained how tax insurance solutions are transforming M&A transactions by removing the need for cumbersome indemnities and escrows.
- Nick Stewart, Partner of the Investment Fund Group at Duane Morris LLP, discussed the middle market outlook, potential shifts with interest rate reductions, and the significant opportunity for strategic relationships and investments given the upcoming transfer of trillions over the next two decades.
- Vincent Polce of CBRE highlighted the growing importance of monetizing owned real estate, emphasizing the compelling value proposition given current cap rates.
- Yogendra (Yogi) Goyal, Chief Growth Officer at WNS, shed light on the pivotal trends shaping our Private Equity Forum discussions.
- Rob Hartnett, Asset Management Tax Partner at FORVIS, shared insights on private equity taxation and the role of insurance products in smoothing transactions by mitigating unknown tax risks.
- Mark Dzialga, Managing Partner at Brighton Park Capital, highlighted the impact of digital disruption and the exciting potential of AI in driving the next wave of growth by automating business processes.
- Benoit J.P. Flammang of Beninvest & Associates Family Office shared his approach to investing in private companies, ranging from startups to private equity. He discussed key trends in transaction volumes, company valuations, and the booming secondary market.
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