The Business Builders’ Podcast
In this episode of the Karma School of Business podcast, Sean Mooney interviews Jay Hernandez, head of the industrial technology practice at Raymond James. They discuss the current state of the M&A markets and offer insights for both sellers and buyers. Hernandez emphasizes the importance of preparation for sellers, advising them to engage advisors early and thoroughly prepare their businesses for the M&A process. He also urges buyers to come prepared and do their homework before pursuing a deal. Additionally, Mooney and Hernandez share their latest life hacks, including the use of sous vide cooking for perfectly cooked steaks. 1:22 - Jay's background and origin story 8:21 - The return to normalcy in the deal market 14:22 - What sellers should know before going to an investment bank 24:08 - What buyers should know before going to an investment bank 29:03 - An IB response to new LOIs 34:12 - Jay's life hack: sous vide For more information on Raymond James, go to www.raymondjames.com For more information on BluWave and this podcast, go to www.bluwave.net/podcast
In this insightful podcast episode, we delve into the key revelations from the Q3, 2023 Insights Report, showcasing the state of the private equity industry amidst fluctuating market fundamentals. We discuss intriguing observations in the industry's investment patterns; drawing attention to a significant rise in confidence, a notable shift towards growth, and an emphasis on human capital. Tune in to discover the significance of these trends, the raw data supporting these findings, and what this could mean for the future of private equity. 1:26 - Private Equity is not scared 4:45 - Fundamentals are improving 9:25 - PE is investing in growth in their companies 10:51 - Human capital activity is surging in PE 14:28 - It's time to hit the gas, with caution - what to keep an eye on 18:03 - A bold prediction For more information on BluWave and this podcast, go to www.bluwave.net/podcast
A Partner and Resource Group Lead from Huron Capital, Gabe Mesanza, joins the Karma School of Business to discuss a wide variety of tactics for business leaders and private equity professionals. In this episode, we discuss: 1:20 - Gabe's path to private equity and engineering mindset 9:58 - The traits of a great business: people and culture 17:27 - Perspective into the evolution of value creation in the PE industry 25:42 - Growing through uncertain economies 33:10 - Gabe's advice to his younger self 38:58 - A life hack for handwritten note takers For more information on Huron Capital, go to https://www.huroncapital.com/ For more information on BluWave and this podcast, go to https://www.bluwave.net/podcast
We're joined by David Hellier, a partner at Bertram Capital, to discuss: 1:31 - His background and what brought him to private equity 5:40 - How private equity is evolving 9:18 - David's story about throwing out the first pitch 11:09 - Overcoming adversity and being differentiated 16:23 - Running private equity like a business 22:37 - How data and AI will impact productivity 27:50 - Finding opportunity admidst uncertainty 34:08 - David's life hack For more information on Bertram Capital, go to their website: bertramcapital.com For more information about this podcast, go to bluwave.net/podcast
In this captivating episode, we delve into the history of private equity, exploring its origins, confronting industry stigmas, and witnessing its evolution into a dynamic force. Join us as we: (0:54) Uncover the ideas that gave birth to the first private equity firms, laying the groundwork for an industry that would reshape the business landscape. (5:37) Challenge the prevailing stigma personified by 1980s Wall Street movies, to explore how the industry has and continues to evolve. (10:05) Highlight the shifting focus of private equity towards the people involved and the value they can create, from investors to management teams. (13:18) Touch on the importance of being the best in private equity, engaging the right third party resources to help. (15:20) Revisit the current state of PE and predict where it's going.
We share top private equity insights from our Q1 2023 Insights Report where we evaluate proprietary data from over 500 leading private equity firms across thousands of projects. We compare year over year activity from the BluWave Activity Index to share how private equity is reacting to the current economic state. Join BluWave Founder and CEO, Sean Mooney, as he discusses: 1:07 - Comparing the economy in 2023 to 2008 2:52 - The breakdown between due diligence and value creation 6:25 - How private equity is being strategic in diligence during the unsteady economic environment 8:35 - What is fueling the increase in value creation activity 11:58 - The top three functional areas in the BluWave Activity Index 16:06 - How to get additional insights and trends Click here to get the report: http://bit.ly/3obXJXu
Host Sean Mooney sits down with HCI Equity Partners Co-Founder and Managing Partner, Doug McCormick, to discuss building world-class teams, how to scale your leadership along with your business and company culture, how HCI Equity Partners helps entrepreneurs realize their vision, and more. At the end of the day, good values and work ethic win.
Host Sean Mooney tells the origin story of BluWave. Growing up in a large, entrepreneurial family in Texas, Sean followed an unquestioned path that led him to study in D.C, to then investment banking in New York, to a nearly 20-year career in private equity. Learn why Sean decided to move to Nashville, Tennessee, to start building BluWave in 2016, how he managed the highest highs and lowest lows in the early days, and why it wasn’t a straight path to Rome.
Host Sean Mooney shares what the Karma School of Business means and how he developed this philosophy over the years. He learned that if you make life simple, it becomes simpler. Sean explains why and how this approach yields the highest percentage chance of long-term success in his experience.
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