But here’s where things got really interesting: we took you “from the sidelines”—quite literally—with exclusive video interviews featuring all of our keynote speakers. These weren’t your run-of-the-mill Q&As; we really got into the details.
Ever wondered if private equity has its own “Moneyball moment”? Well, Chris Masek, CEO of IK Partners, didn’t mince words on that front, calling for a whole new way of measuring performance in the industry. And just when you thought you knew everything about fundraising, Boriana Karastoyanova of Neuberger Berman broke it down: “Private equity isn’t a homogeneous asset class—there are still pockets of opportunity for those with the right strategy.” That’s just the start. We even had a guest speaker from the Paralympics, Aaron Phipps, whose inspiring words added a completely unexpected dimension to the event.
Surprising Takeaways and Exclusive Insights:
Here’s a sneak peek into some of the more surprising—and dare we say, refreshing—responses from our speakers:
- The German PE Market with Volker Hichert: If you’ve ever felt like you're doing a 100-meter sprint in ski boots, you're not alone. Volker Hichert of DPE Equity used this perfect metaphor to describe the current climate in Germany.
Hear his full take here.
- Moneyball Meets PE with Chris Masek: Forget old metrics. Chris Masek is all about "Moneyball for Private Equity"and why the industry needs to shift how it measures success. Curious about what that means?
Watch Chris break it down here.
- Healthcare Investing with Sam Gray: Turns out, impact is built into the very DNA of healthcare investing. Sam Gray from Apposite Capital didn’t just talk numbers—he spoke about societal impact in a way that might just change how you view your next deal.
Watch the full interview here.
- Shifting Capital Strategies with Alain Carrier: As private equity transitions from family-owned roots to institutional capital, Alain Carrier of Bregal Investments gave us his take on where the future is headed.
Watch the full interview.
And that’s just the tip of the iceberg. We’ve got even more insights lined up below!
Watch All Our Exclusive Interviews from the Sidelines:
- "Private equity isn't a homogeneous asset class—there are still pockets of opportunity for those with the right strategy." — Boriana Karastoyanova, Neuberger Berman
- "Consistency is key—when selecting a GP, we look for a proven strategy, a stable team, and stellar performance over multiple funds." — Yolande van den Dungen, Pensioenfonds Rail & Openbaar Vervoer
- "Sometimes in adversity comes the most beautiful things." — Aaron Phipps, Paralympic Gold Winner and Keynote Speaker
- "Even in a challenging year for the industry, exit activity in Central Eastern Europe was actually up." —Gosia Bobrowska, Resource Partners
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