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The LP Wish List

An LP survey from law firm Barnes & Thornburg shows that investors are interested in AI applications and succession planning at their private fund managers

On the Move: November 2024 Hires and Promotions

Private equity firms, law firms, PE-backed portfolio companies and others announced new hires and promotions this month

Austin Sheroes Panel Showcases Women’s Paths to Success

Female business leaders in Central Texas discussed their rise to the top, as well as barriers to entry and tips for avoiding burnout

PE Weekly

PE Weekly: Tech-Enabled Business Services, Aerospace and Defense Lead M&A

M&A activity this week spans support for digital transformation, aerospace parts distribution and more

PE Weekly: Sponsors Shift Focus Away from Add-Ons

Private equity sponsors shift their focus away from add-ons towards carve-outs, minority and majority acquisitions, and even a few exits

PE Weekly: Private Equity Fundraising Picks Up

Though dealmaking activity has picked up in the weeks leading up to the presidential election, this week, M&A activity remained relatively muted

PE Weekly: Carve-Outs and Take-Privates Entice PE Buyers

PE continues to drive M&A rebound with latest deal roundup

Sectors

Dealmaker Q&A: Kava Equity Partners on Acquiring Arrowhead Contracting

The recently launched PE fund, an entity of the Southern Ute Indian Tribe Growth Fund, plans to take a long view on investments that align with the Tribe’s values

A Recipe for Growth in Food Allergy Prevention

At the intersection of consumer and healthcare, food allergies have a massive addressable market—but plenty of complexities investors should consider

All Eyes on the Presidential Race

M&A experts weigh in on how election outcomes might impact dealmaking in the months ahead

Betting on the Face Card: Building out Aesthetic Healthcare Brands

Investors and advisors tracking med spas say there is ample opportunity for expansion and building platforms in a highly fragmented market comprised of small clinics

Next Target

A Recipe for Growth in Food Allergy Prevention

At the intersection of consumer and healthcare, food allergies have a massive addressable market—but plenty of complexities investors should consider

The Defense Sector Wades Into ‘Blue Tech’

While fascinating, ocean exploration and revenue generation don’t always go hand-in-hand. Experts say one exception could be in applying robotics to the marine defense market

Dealmaking

Five Signs Your Portco Isn’t Ready for an Exit

Tony Esposito and Josh Welk warn of the potential fallout from a lack of exit preparedness

Upgrading Operating Partners to First-Class Citizens

The competitive environment of private equity M&A requires dedicated full-time operating partners, prompting firms to move away from the advisor model

LPs’ Payback Purgatory

Limited partners hungry for distributions adjust to a challenging exit environment

Retaining Top Talent During a Deal

Insperity and Clearfork Midstream dive into the opportunities within human capital strategy during an M&A transaction

GrowthTV

Why the Veteran-to-Finance Pipeline Matters

This Veterans Day, GrowthTV catches up with Veteran Ventures Capital’s Steve Kiser

People

Five Signs Your Portco Isn’t Ready for an Exit

Tony Esposito and Josh Welk warn of the potential fallout from a lack of exit preparedness

On the Move: October 2024 Hires and Promotions

Private equity firms, investment banks, law firms and others announce new hires and promotions

Sponsored

Taking Flight: Monomoy Capital’s Hands-on Approach to Helping Portcos Soar

How Monomoy Capital’s Ben Humphreys uses a hands-on approach—and frequent travel—to help portfolio companies soar

Building the Dream Team for a Corporate Carve-out

Lion Equity highlights the transformative power of a well-built management team in corporate carve-outs