In this episode of NextGen Industrialists podcast, host Belinda Ephraim engages with Dan Lubeck, founder of Solis Capital, to dissect the nuances of private growth equity partnerships. The conversation delves into Dan's unique perspective shaped by decades in law and private equity, his philosophy on the inseparability of business and personal growth, and the analogies between business development and gardening. Key topics include strategies for evaluating investment opportunities, the importance of leadership in business growth, maintaining entrepreneurial culture during operations professionalization, and the different forms and functions of growth equity. They also discuss the impacts of AI, supply chain localization, and the future of industrial technologies. The episode concludes with a rapid fire segment and Dan's reflections on human values and future prospects.00:00 Welcome to NextGen Industrialists Podcast00:25 Introducing Dan Lubeck: A Unique Perspective02:00 The Intersection of Business and Personal Growth04:06 Dan's Journey from Law to Private Equity07:31 The Importance of Leadership in Growth Equity14:09 Strategic Vision and Business Transformation19:35 Partnering with Entrepreneurs for Success22:19 Evaluating Companies for Growth Equity45:39 The Role of Leadership in Successful Exits51:00 Leadership Evolution in Big Companies52:08 Recognizing When to Step Away52:47 The Enlightened Entrepreneur54:23 Rapid Fire Segment Begins57:33 AI's Impact on the Future01:00:40 The Role of Vertical Integration01:04:25 Supply Chain Localization01:06:53 Closing Thoughts and Reflections01:10:47 Three Truths to Live By01:25:16 Books and Future Predictions01:29:12 Final Remarks and Sign Off

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