BDO Private Equity PErspectives Podcast

In part two of BDO's latest Private Equity PErspectives podcast episode, Host Todd Kinney is joined by Shane Tiemann, Partner at Gamut Capital, and Jon Schwartz, Partner at MRE Capital to discuss:

• How they’re establishing market differentiation amid increased competition
• Adapting exit strategies as hold periods extend and continuation vehicles gain traction
• Maintaining investment discipline and focus amid ongoing market uncertainty

In BDO's latest Private Equity PErspectives podcast episode, Host Todd Kinney is joined by Shane Tiemann, Partner at Gamut Capital, and Jon Schwartz, Partner at MRE Capital to discuss:

• The impacts of interest rate cuts on dealmaking strategies and investment outlooks
• How both PE firms and family offices are prioritizing long-term value creation
• Practical strategies for helping portcos protect and improve margins amid macroeconomic pressures

On BDO's latest Private Equity PErspectives podcast episode, Host Todd Kinney is once again joined by Jason Frank, President and Chief Compliance Officer at BDO Capital Advisors, and Jamie Austin, Global Private Equity Leader and Partner at BDO UK.

Together, they explore the findings from BDO’s 2025 PE Survey, including:

• Who PE firms currently view as the top competition for dealmaking
• Effective value creation strategies amid ongoing extended holding periods
• The top factors PE predict could accelerate M&A activity in 2025

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On BDO's latest Private Equity Perspectives podcast episode, host Todd Kinney is joined by Jason Frank, President and Chief Compliance Officer at BDO Capital Advisors, and Jamie Austin, Global Private Equity Leader and Partner at BDO UK. Together, they unpacked the findings in BDO’s new 2025 Private Equity Survey, including:

• How post-Liberation Day market volatility has influenced dealmaking and the top factors impacting transactions.
• Why platform acquisitions have emerged as the leading capital deployment strategy as firms navigate uncertain times.
• What makes first-time investments particularly attractive in today's climate, especially for founder- and family-owned businesses.

Investment banking products and services within the United States are offered exclusively through BDO Capital Advisors, LLC, a separate legal entity and affiliated company of BDO USA, P.C., a Virginia professional corporation. For more information, visit www.bdocap.com. Certain services may not be available to attest clients under the rules and regulations of public accounting. BDO Capital Advisors, LLC Member FINRA/SIPC.

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On BDO's latest Private Equity PErspectives podcast episode, host Todd Kinney is joined for a second time by Abhik Das, partner at Three Hills, and Blair Greenberg, partner at Bregal Sagemount. Together, they discussed:

• How AI is transforming portfolio company operations, from boosting gross margins to enhancing deal origination and due diligence processes.
• How firms are becoming more hands-on with portfolio companies to generate alpha and create value in today's challenging market environment.
• Why adaptability and scenario planning will be crucial for portfolio companies in 2025.

On BDO's latest Private Equity PErspectives podcast episode, host Todd Kinney is joined by Abhik Das, partner at Three Hills Capital Partners, and Blair Greenberg, partner at Bregal Sagemount. Together, they discussed:

• How modern PE firms are building specialized operational teams that transform portfolio companies beyond simply providing capital.

• Strategies for structuring investments that allow founders to maintain control while accelerating growth in an unpredictable market.

• What qualities make businesses attractive investment targets in today's middle market landscape.

In our milestone 50th episode of the Private Equity PErspectives podcast, host Todd Kinney is joined by Lloyd Metz, Managing Director at ICV Partners, and Monika Mantilla, President and CEO at Altura Capital. Together, they discussed:

• Building competitive advantages through disciplined investing and operational capabilities.
• The role of trust and shared values in creating successful partnerships, from portfolio companies to institutional investors.
• How technology enables operational excellence and drives value creation in today's market.

On BDO’s latest Private Equity PErspectives podcast episode, host Todd Kinney is joined by Chris Grambling, partner at Southfield Capital, and Kevin Condon, partner at Hidden River Strategic Capital. Together, they discussed:

• How to identify and capitalize on unique investment opportunities in a rapidly changing market.

• Approaches for strengthening portfolio companies to navigate uncertainty and position them for long-term success.
• How strategic add-on acquisitions can help drive growth and enhance value within existing portfolio companies.

On BDO’s latest Private Equity PErspectives podcast episode, host and BDO’s PE National Relationship Director Todd Kinney was joined by Drew Meyers, partner at Seaport Capital, and Benjamin Krause, partner, North American infrastructure, at 3i Group. Together, they discussed:

• The strategies they employ to support portfolio companies post-investment and drive growth
• Their approach to navigating shifting market conditions and positioning companies for successful exits
• How operational excellence and strong capital allocation enhance value in today’s competitive private equity environment

On BDO’s latest Private Equity PErspectives podcast episode, Jordan Margolin, head of business development at VSS Capital, and Matt Cole, managing director at SBJ Capital, joined host Todd Kinney to discuss:

• The key role relationships play in their deal sourcing strategies
• Providing post-investment support for their portfolio companies
• Which paths to exit they expect to dominate the M&A landscape in the coming months