Best But Never Final: Private Equity's Pursuit of Excellence
Join Doug McCormick from HCI Equity Partners, Lloyd Metz from ICV Partners, and Sean Mooney from BluWave as they explore timely private equity topics and offer their seasoned perspectives on crucial areas of focus within the industry. Gain valuable insights from these industry experts in this engaging podcast tailored for PE professionals.
Podcasting since 2024 • 28 episodes
Best But Never Final: Private Equity's Pursuit of Excellence
Latest Episodes
Private Equity’s Essential Partner: Inside the World of Direct Lending with Greg Cashman
In this episode, Golub Capital’s Senior Managing Director, Greg Cashman, joins Lloyd Metz, Doug McCormick, and Sean Mooney to uncover the critical role of direct lenders in private equity. Greg shares Golub’s transition from private equity to d...
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Episode 27
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52:15
Private Equity 2024 Recap: Market Lessons and 2025 Projections
Hosts Lloyd Metz, Doug McCormick, and Sean Mooney review the major themes shaping private equity in 2024, including liquidity challenges, market shifts, and investor dynamics. They discuss strategies to prepare for 2025 amid potential changes i...
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Episode 26
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47:38
Private Equity and Policy: Paul Ryan's Insight on Economic Impact and Investment Strategy
In this episode, hosts Lloyd Metz, Doug McCormick, and Sean Mooney are joined by Paul Ryan, former Speaker of the House, now a partner at Solamere Capital. Speaker Ryan delves into his transition from a distinguished career in public service to...
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Episode 25
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44:48
Private Equity Year-End Playbook: Optimizing Exit Strategies for Maximum Returns
In this encore presentation from February 20th, Lloyd Metz, Doug McCormick, and Sean Mooney discuss the strategic considerations behind exiting a private equity investment. With an anticipated wave of deals in the coming year, understanding whe...
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Episode 24
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Private Equity's Value Creation Playbook: Insights from the Front Lines
Lloyd Metz, Doug McCormick, Sean Mooney, and operating partners Mary Rachide from ICV and Bob Hund from HCI delve into value creation in private equity. They discuss the role of operating partners in enhancing portfolio company growth, from due...
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Episode 23
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