Dakota Research Podcast

In this episode of Dakota's Fundraising News Podcast, we cover newly registered RIAs like Cedar Cove Wealth Partners and Clear Trail Advisors as well as potential acquisitions by Merit Financial Advisors. Hear updates on investments coming from the and searches coming from the. We also share the latest fundraising efforts from the Clean Growth Fund, Marltlink Capital, and Africa50 Group  — plus a reminder to register for our next Dakota Cocktails event. 

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In today's episode of the Dakota Fundraising News Podcast, we cover newly registered RIAs like Holistic Wealth Advisors and SKM Wealth Management  as well as potential acquisitions by Steward Partners. We also share the latest fundraising efforts from Periscope Equity, Community Capital, and H.I.G WhiteHorse— plus a reminder to register for our next Dakota Cocktails event.

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In today's Fundraising News Podcast episode we cover newly registered RIAs like Clearwave Capital and as well as acquisitions by Merit Financial Advisors and Maridea Wealth Management. Hear updates on investments coming from the and searches coming from the. We also share the latest fundraising efforts from Brookfield Asset Management, Gree Ventures, and Legacy Knight MFO — plus a reminder to register for our next Dakota Cocktails event.  

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In this episode of the Dakota Fundraising News Podcast, we cover newly registered RIAs like Mavs Wealth Management Group and Meadowbrook Advisors as well as acquisitions by Wealth Enhancement. Hear updates on investments coming from the New Jersey Division of Investment and searches coming from the Employees' Retirement Fund of the City of Dallas. We also share the latest fundraising efforts from Curql, Butterfly, and Trustar Capital — plus a reminder to register for our next Dakota Cocktails event.

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In this episode of Dakota Research Interview, we sit down with Michael Steingold, Director of Private Markets at Russell Investments, to explore the rapidly evolving world of infrastructure investing. With nearly 20 years of experience, Russell’s platform spans global markets—from Australia to North America—delivering insights into essential sectors like digital infrastructure, energy, and transportation. Michael discusses why infrastructure is gaining traction among institutions and wealth managers alike, especially in today’s inflationary and uncertain market. Discover how infrastructure offers equity-like returns with lower volatility, strong inflation protection, and long-term resilience. Michael also breaks down Russell’s multi-manager, open-architecture approach, the rising role of private capital, and why being late to nascent tech like EV charging might be a strategic advantage. Whether you're rethinking portfolio diversification or exploring real asset trends, this conversation delivers actionable insight.

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On today's episode of the Dakota Fundraising News Podcast, we cover newly registered RIAs like Simco Financial and FAO Wealth as well as acquisitions by JTC. Hear updates on investments coming from the Rhode Island State Pension and searches coming from the Shrewsbury Contributory Retirement System. We also share the latest fundraising efforts from Silversmith Capital Partners, Yaletown Partners, and RRA Capital — plus a reminder to register for our next Dakota Cocktails event. 

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In this episode of Dakota's Fundraising News Podcast, we cover newly registered RIAs like Bellingrath Wealth Management and Sharp Wealth Management as well as acquisitions by iA Financial Group. Hear updates on investments coming from the Kansas Public Employees Retirement System and searches coming from the Plymouth County Retirement Association. We also share the latest fundraising efforts from PGIM Private Capital, Roc360, and Avila Real Estate Capital — plus a reminder to register for our next Dakota Cocktails event. 

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In today's episode of Dakota's Fundraising News Podcast, we cover newly registered RIAs like Pearl Planning and Holistic Wealth Advisors as well as mergers between Resonant Capital Advisors and QBCo Advisory. Hear updates on investments coming from the Cambridge Retirement System and searches coming from the City of Holyoke Retirement Board. We also share the latest fundraising efforts from Glade Brook Capital Partners and ACRE — plus a reminder to register for our next Dakota Cocktails event.  

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In Episode 19 of the Dakota Research Podcast, we explore why Europe is becoming a strategic destination for private market investors. Amid fragmented markets and favorable valuations, institutional capital is surging into sectors like energy transition, defense, and digital infrastructure. We break down the policy tailwinds—including the EU Green Deal, industrial reshoring, and defense modernization—driving this momentum.

From hydrogen and battery storage to dual-use AI and semiconductors, Europe’s capital formation is accelerating. We also cover M&A, private credit growth, and fund launches from firms like EQT, Ardian, CVC, Partners Group, and Ares. With geopolitical shifts and new regulatory frameworks at play, LPs are deploying capital across borders to capture long-term value.

Whether you’re tracking real assets, tech innovation, or sustainability-linked strategies, this episode highlights the megatrends—and inefficiencies—shaping Europe’s private market landscape in 2025.

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In today's episode of Dakota's Fundraising News Podcast, we cover newly registered RIAs like Innovative Asset Advisors Group and Ascension Advisors as well as acquisitions by Maridea Wealth Management. Hear updates on investments coming from the Los Angeles Fire & Police Pension System and searches coming from the Quincy Retirement System . We also share the latest fundraising efforts from Blue Owl Capital, Pollen Street Capital, and Branford Castle Partners — plus a reminder to register for our next Dakota Cocktails event. 

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