Best Inside Logistics Magazine Podcasts (2025)

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What New Research Says About PE’s Impact on Midmarket Businesses 35:13

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A special report from the National Center for the Middle Market (NCMM) disproves some myths about private equity’s impact on middle-market businesses and offers some hard data on how PE-backed companies perform compared to their counterparts. NCMM’s Executive Director Doug Farren joins the podcast for a deep dive into the research’s findings and wh…

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The Rise of ESOPs: What the Midmarket Needs to Know 18:04

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Employee stock ownerships plans (ESOPs) are experiencing a surge in popularity due to tax policy, cultural benefits, and their flexibility as a corporate finance tool. Regina Carls, managing director at J.P. Morgan and the leader of its ESOPs advisory group, sits down with the podcast to dispel common myths about ESOPs, discuss their benefits, and …

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A Look at the Soaring Aerospace and Defense Sector 24:05

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The aerospace and defense (A&D) sector has seen solid growth in recent years, lifted by a new age of space exploration, Trump-era defense spending, and a renewed consumer demand for travel, among other factors. Max Asterlin, partner with Fairmont Consulting Group, joins the podcast to dive into the risks, challenges, and opportunities developing in…

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SPONSORED: Tips to Prevent Cargo Theft and How GardaWorld and ECAM Help Carriers Recover in the Event of an Incident 21:30

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In this sponsored episode of The Logistics Lowdown, editor Derek Clouthier talks with Neal Kearney from GardaWorld and Sudesh Jangalee from ECAM about cargo theft in Canada, what carriers can do to prevent it from happening and how GardaWorld and ECAM help when an incident does occur.By Inside Logistics Magazine

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The Rise of Continuation Vehicles and Other Trends in the Lower Midmarket 14:42

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From continuation vehicles to tariff impacts, from lending structures to interest rates, what are the biggest trends shaping M&A in the lower middle market? Chris Martin, partner with TPG Twin Brook Capital Partners, joins the podcast to talk about the latest developments, including the ascent of continuation vehicles and direct lending.This episod…

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Traveling the Transportation and Logistics Sector 28:50

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John Yeager, managing director of WhiteHorse Capital, and Corey Mason, principal with WhiteHorse Capital, sit down with Middle Market Growth Conversations to discuss the transportation and logistics (T&L) industry, including the current market environment, the potholes and risks in the space, and how to stand out among the competition. This episode…

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Recapping This Year’s ASCM CHAINge Conference and Examining the North American Supply Chain Landscape with Abe Eshkenazi, CEO for the Association for Supply Chain Management 19:11

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In this episode of The Logistics Lowdown, editor Derek Clouthier chats with Abe Eshkenazi, CEO for the Association for Supply Chain Management, about this year’s CHAINge conference and the current state of the North American supply chain.By Inside Logistics Magazine

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Inside the OBBBA's Tax Provisions 28:19

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Diving deeper into the implications of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, Forvis Mazars’ Donald Rawe, partner, and Howard Wagner, managing director, join the podcast to talk through the most impactful tax provisions, from 1202 changes to bonus depreciation and more.This episode is brought to you by Forvis Mazars, a leading global professional services…

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Unlocking AI’s Potential for Portco Value Creation 47:55

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AI has been making significant inroads in PE, but the most common use cases are often based in deal sourcing or due diligence. However, new uses are emerging, including value creation for portfolio companies. Bruce Sinclair, managing partner of AI Operating Partners, joins the podcast to share how PE firms can use AI and digital twin technology to …

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How Transportation Companies Can Navigate Disruptions, Manage Rising Costs and What Supply Chain Leaders Can Do to Strengthen the industry with Dr. Chris Caplice 23:38

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In this episode of The Logistics Lowdown, editor Derek Clouthier welcomes senior research scientist at the MIT Center for Transportation and Logistics Dr. Chris Caplice, who talk about how transportation companies can navigate disruptions and manage rising costs, as well as what supply chain leaders can do to strengthen the industry.…

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Unpacking the Big Beautiful Bill for the Middle Market 27:11

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What changes does the One Big Beautiful Bill hold for middle-market businesses and the firms that invest in them? Michael Feuz, economist with ITR Economics, is back to talk through key provisions in the bill, what they mean for the middle market, and how businesses and investment firms should position themselves in response.The Middle Market Growt…

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Inside Enforcement in the Trump 2.0 SEC 33:13

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What will SEC enforcement look like in the Trump 2.0 era? Emilie Abate, managing director at Iron Road Partners, joins the podcast to share how policy is shifting, how oversight of secondaries, AI and management fees is shaping up, and more.The Middle Market Growth Conversations podcast is produced by the Association for Corporate Growth. To hear m…

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Budgeting for Warehouse Safety with Carl Bonello, a Specialized Consultant with Workplace Safety and Prevention Services 19:26

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In this episode of The Logistics Lowdown, editor Derek Clouthier talks with Carl Bonello, a specialized consultant with Workplace Safety and Prevention Services (WSPS), about how companies can implement a quality health and safety plan in their warehouse in the midst of rising costs and global tariffs.…

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Current State of the Logistics Sector And How the CITT Helps Its Members with President and CEO Pina Melchionna 12:20

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In this edition of The Logistics Lowdown, editor Derek Clouthier chats with Pina Melchionna, president and CEO of the CITT – Canada’s Logistics Association, about the current state of the Canadian logistics sector, what CITT members are seeing on the horizon and how the association is helping its members navigate current challenges.…

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Taking the Temperature of Healthcare Lending 23:15

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Javier Casillas, managing director and global chief credit officer with WhiteHorse Capital, and Sachin Garg, principal with WhiteHorse Capital, join the Middle Market Growth Conversations podcast to talk about the environment for lending and private credit in the healthcare space and the biggest emerging risks and opportunities.This episode is brou…

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Impact of Tariffs on Manufacturing and Exports with Dennis Darby, President and CEO of Canadian Manufacturers and Exporters 16:57

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In this episode of The Logistics Lowdown, editor Derek Clouthier speaks with Dennis Darby, president and CEO of Canadian Manufacturers and Exporters, about the impact of U.S. and Chinese tariffs on Canada’s manufacturing and export industries. Dennis shares insights on how businesses can mitigate the rising costs of tariffs and discusses what feder…

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The Economic Impact of Trump’s Policies 24:31

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Initial pro-business sentiment following the election quieted a bit after the Trump administration issued a series of tariff announcements and retractions that roiled the stock market. With tariffs still on the table, Michael Feuz, an economist with ITR Economics, sits down with Middle Market Growth to discuss how Trump’s policies on trade, inflati…

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Transportation Technology: How to Integrate New Technologies Into Your Fleet That Will Truly Make a Difference, with Dave Brajkovich, Polaris Transportation Group and NorthStar Digital Solutions 25:01

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In this episode of The Logistics Lowdown, editor Derek Clouthier sits down with Dave Brajkovich of Polaris Transportation Group and NorthStar Digital Solutions to discuss the best strategies for integrating new technologies into business operations. They explore common pitfalls to avoid, key solutions that have made a real impact for Dave and his t…

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AI and Energy Storage: A Fresh Approach 21:23

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As companies and investment firms rush to capture value via AI, more energy is needed to run the data centers that power that technology, and this rising demand is creating challenges that require novel solutions. Mark Weathers, the CEO of Energy Internet Corporation, joins the podcast to share his company’s innovative approach to energy storage an…

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Inside DealMAX: Connecting in Cabanas with Tony Hill and Chris Hebble 34:23

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We’re back with another episode of our limited series, “Inside DealMAX,” where we’re joined by Trivest Partners’ Tony Hill, our 2025 DealMAX chair, and Houlihan Lokey’s Chris Hebble, DealMAX private equity committee co-chair, to discuss how the first quarter is shaping up for dealmakers, why you can’t miss this year’s DealMAX, their favorite things…

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Finding Stability in an Uncertain Economic Environment 15:07

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Finding stability is the name of the game as sponsors and lenders grapple with stubborn inflation. However, there are actions businesses can take now to spur growth. Betsy Booth, a partner at TPG Twin Brook Capital Partners, rejoins the podcast to discuss her approach in uncertain times, which industries are particularly good at weathering instabil…

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Innovating Supply Chains: Inside The PIER at the Port of Halifax, with David Thomas, Executive Director of The PIER 21:59

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In this episode of The Logistics Lowdown, editor Derek Clouthier sits down with David Thomas, the executive director of The PIER at the Port of Halifax. As Canada’s first “living lab” dedicated to supply chain innovation, The PIER is a unique research centre driving real-world solutions for the transportation and logistics industries. David shares …

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A 2025 Lending Outlook with WhiteHorse Capital 30:24

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Stuart Aronson, executive managing director and CEO of WhiteHorse U.S., and Pankaj Gupta, president of WhiteHorse U.S. and global head of originations, return to the podcast to discuss what’s next for lenders in the months ahead, how underwriting standards are developing, how portfolios will perform in 2025 and more.***The Middle Market Growth Conv…

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Private Equity Eyes Law Firms 33:20

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Regulations and ABA rules keep non-attorneys from owning law firms in most states, but that hasn’t kept private equity from noticing that the industry is ripe for investment. Tom Lenfestey, founder and CEO of the Law Practice Exchange, joins the podcast to share what makes the sector a potential hotspot for PE investment, how regulations are evolvi…

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Empowering the Next Generation: Careers, AI, and Sustainability in Supply Chain Management with David Johnson 29:23

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David Johnston, George Weston Ltd. research chair and centre director in Sustainable Supply Chains at the Schulich School of Business at York University, and founding and current program director of the Master of Supply Chain Management (MSCM) at Schulich. In this episode of The Logistics Lowdown we talk with David about the challenges facing young…

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Inside DealMAX: Talking Investment Banking Trends with Ashton Gillespie 24:12

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For the third episode of our limited series, “Inside DealMAX,” we’re joined by TM Capital’s Ashton Gillespie to discuss the investment banking space, her strategies for getting the most out of DealMAX as an investment banker, how to strategically say no, and more.***The Middle Market Growth Conversations podcast is produced by the Association for C…

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Mastering Global Supply Chains: Insights on Innovation, Sustainability, and Resilience with Kerim Kfuri 29:30

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Guest: Kerim Kfuri, president and CEO of the Atlas Network and author of the book, Supply Chain Ups and Downs. In this episode of The Logistics Lowdown we talk with Kerim about the current state of the Canadian and U.S. supply chains, highlight some ups and downs in the industry this past year and discuss what to expect in 2025, as well as some of …

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Inside DealMAX: Serendipitous Networking with Karin Kovacic and Jose Gabaldon 30:27

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In our second episode of our limited series, “Inside DealMAX,” we sit down with Libertas Funding’s Karin Kovacic and Holland & Knight’s Jose Gabaldon to reminisce about surprising ways great connections are made, discuss the M&A landscape today, share best networking tips for the conference and more.***The Middle Market Growth Conversations podcast…

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Keeping Capital Deployment Consistent in Challenging Markets 25:38

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When the M&A market is muted or volatile, maintaining a consistent capital deployment strategy can be a challenge. Drew Guyette, senior partner and co-chief credit officer at TPG Twin Brook, joins the podcast to discuss the prevailing tailwinds in the lower-middle market, how his firm is putting capital to work right now and what he sees on the hor…

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Inside DealMAX: Creating Connections with Brent Baxter and Aaron Polack 31:13

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As we prepare for DealMAX 2025, the podcast is kicking off “Inside DealMAX,” a limited series exploring the M&A environment, strategies to maximize your time at the conference and the best tips for when you touch down in Las Vegas. For our first episode, we’re joined by ACG’s CEO Brent Baxter and Lion Equity's Aaron Polack to discuss corporate deal…

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Five Signs Your Portco Isn’t Ready for an Exit 29:04

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A poorly managed exit process can erode value, and in the worst cases, a portfolio company that isn’t prepared to start that process can kill a deal. Tony Esposito, managing director of private equity and venture capital at Consero, and Josh Welk, founder and managing partner at Full Guard Capital, discuss the indicators that show a portfolio compa…

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How Can a CFO Add Value in a PE-Backed Exit Process? 22:22

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The CFO role has evolved greatly in recent decades, and perhaps even more so within private equity-backed companies. Tom Pierce, managing director of the CFO advisory services arm of Consero Global, and Jason Adams, principal at BV Investment Partners, an investor in Consero, join the podcast to share their unique perspectives on how the role has s…

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What’s Drawing Private Credit to the TMT Sector 25:22

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The outlook for the technology, media and telecom (TMT) sector is bright—and, the experts at WhiteHorse Capital say, full of opportunity for investors. Mark Bernier, WhiteHorse Capital’s managing director, and Peter Gallagher, principal, join the podcast to share their insights into today’s private credit market, trends in the TMT sector, how annua…

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A CFO’s Perspective on Exit Readiness 19:28

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As deal volume begins to recover and business leaders look forward to a falling rate environment, exit preparedness should be top of mind for finance leaders and dealmakers alike. Tom Pierce, managing director of the CFO advisory services arm of Consero Global, joins the podcast to offer a CFO’s point of view on the most important elements to consi…

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How Forvis Mazars Built a Global Network 28:47

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When in June 2024 FORVIS, a top U.S. accounting and advisory firm, combined with Mazars, an international professional services firm, the firms created a unique global network and marked one of the many innovative structural changes accounting firms are implementing to evolve with a changing market. Scott Linch, partner with Forvis Mazars, and Bob …

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Talking Nuclear Infrastructure Investment with Nano Nuclear 24:25

1+ y ago24:25

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Government incentives and environmental mandates are expected to attract investors to nuclear energy, and the technological advances and infrastructure upgrades needed to support it. Nano Nuclear Energy’s Jay Yu, founder and chairman, and James Walker, CEO, join the podcast to talk about areas of opportunity in the sector and what’s ahead for nucle…

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Stout’s Rudi Moreno on Value Creation During Long Hold Periods 19:50

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Holding periods for private equity buyouts are growing longer, and the longer hold times are changing the way firms approach value creation. Rudi Moreno, managing director in the transaction advisory group at global advisory firm Stout, joins Middle Market Growth Conversations to discuss whether extended holding periods are here for the long haul, …

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Navigating The Competitive Private Credit Market 20:15

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Private credit has been on a rocket ride since the great financial crisis, and the direct lending space has recently become white hot with new entrants joining legacy firms. WhiteHorse Capital’s Chief Credit Officer Javier Casillas and Managing Director Samuel Goldworm join the podcast to discuss how WhiteHorse stays competitive in a crowded market…

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Insights on the Mid-Market Lending Outlook with TPG Twin Brook’s Pete Notter 11:08

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As we enter the second quarter of 2024, middle-market dealmakers are optimistic about the M&A environment despite continued higher capital costs. Pete Notter, a partner at TPG Twin Brook Capital Partners, joins the podcast to share his insights on the current environment for borrowers and lenders, how the market has shifted compared to 2023 and the…

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The Cybersecurity Risk of Renewables 25:29

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Renewable energy M&A has been a hot topic in recent years, with S&P Global Market Intelligence predicting that 2024 will be a banner year for private equity clean energy and renewables dealmaking. Kenny Boyce, CEO of Third Party Cyber Security, joins the podcast to talk about the surprising cybersecurity risks investors need to consider in the rene…

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Discussing the Demand for Sustainable Fashion with Wearwell's Erin Houston 22:53

1+ y ago22:53

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Sustainable fashion is a rapidly growing market, but conscious consumers struggle amidst the dominance of fast fashion and the ubiquity of greenwashing. Erin Houston, co-founder and CEO of Wearwell, joins the podcast to discuss how her company helps consumers make informed ethical purposes, their rapid growth trajectory and why investors should kee…

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Consulting the Crystal Ball with WhiteHorse Capital 21:53

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After the ups and downs of 2023, the M&A market has been widely predicted to see a return to normal in 2024—but not everyone agrees with that assessment. Stuart Aronson, executive managing director and CEO of WhiteHorse U.S., and Pankaj Gupta, president of WhiteHorse U.S. and global head of origination, join the podcast to share their predictions a…

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Delivering Dividends: Investing in Accounting Firms 34:05

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Since 2020, private equity firms and accounting firms have experienced a mutual attraction with multiple deals making their way to the finish line, and experts say that trend is likely to continue. Allan Koltin, CEO of Koltin Consulting Group, joins the podcast to discuss why accounting firms are transforming, how acquirers can determine which acco…

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Discussing the Aerospace And Defense Sector with Michael Richter 16:50

2y ago16:50

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From naval ship repair to commercial aircraft engine machinery, the aerospace and defense supply chain is ripe with strong acquisition targets for dealmakers. Michael Richter, managing director and global head of Lazard’s Aerospace & Defense investment banking group, joins the Middle Market Growth Conversations podcast to explore these M&A opportun…

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Managing Wildfire Risk with AI 16:04

2y ago16:04

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As demand for electricity continues to rise, energy companies are facing growing pressure to mitigate wildfire risks associated with aging utility infrastructure. Managing vegetation around utility infrastructure plays an increasingly important role in both keeping the lights on and keeping fires snuffed. Kaitlyn Albertoli, CEO and co-founder of Bu…

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GF Data Report: Q3 Shows Valuations Rebounding 8:08

2y ago8:08

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Those who remember the dark tone of the numbers from the second quarter may be happy to hear that there are signs that the M&A market is starting to revive as we closed the third quarter. Bob Dunn, the managing director of GF Data, an ACG company, joins Middle Market Growth Conversation podcast for the third installment in an ongoing series where w…

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Cell Therapy: A New M&A Frontier 12:33

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Cell and gene therapy technologies are ascendent, boosted by new developments in treatments for diseases like ovarian cancer and Parkinson’s disease, and by predictions of a meteoric rise in total market value in the next five years. Fabian Gerlinghaus, the co-founder and CEO of Cellares, a company that has developed a so-called “factory-in-a-box” …

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Mid-Market Lending Update with Twin Brook’s Betsy Booth 13:26

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Middle-market businesses continue to feel the pressure of rising interest rates, inflation and other macroeconomic challenges. The ongoing strain on companies and the deal market has shined a light on the importance of having strong lender relationships.In this episode, Betsy Booth, a partner at Twin Brook Capital Partners, offers her perspective o…

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GF Data Report: Q2 Brings Record Low Deal Volume 8:40

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At the close of the second quarter of 2023, the numbers from private equity-sponsored middle market transactions showed that deal volume has cratered, and debt pricing has risen even higher despite renewed hopes for a soft landing economically. This is the second installment in an ongoing series where we review timely data with Bob Dunn, the managi…

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A Conversation With Revive's Michael Alladawi 15:28

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A Conversation With Revive's Michael Alladawi by Middle Market Growth MagazineBy Middle Market Growth Magazine