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- Today32 min
Investing in an Uncertain Market with CVC’s Lorne Somerville
How do you invest with conviction in an uncertain market? In this episode of Private Market Talks, Lorne Somerville, Managing Partner at CVC Capital Partners and co-head of North American Private Equity, joins partner Howard Beber to share how CVC is approaching today’s environment. Lorne explains how instability is shaping investment strategy, with a more selective approach in the U.S. and a focus on businesses with consistent cash flow and clear growth potential. He also discusses how CVC leverages its global network and founder partnerships to compete in a highly developed market. The conversation explores how valuation gaps and slower deal activity are influencing deployment, where the firm is finding opportunity, and how AI can support diligence while requiring careful oversight. Lorne also shares his outlook for the next 12 to 24 months and what it will take for deal activity to accelerate.
- Mar 17, 202646 min
Navigating Market Complexity with Churchill’s Jason Strife
How are private equity and private credit adapting to a more complex market? In this episode of Private Market Talks, Jason Strife, senior managing director and head of junior capital and private equity solutions at Churchill Asset Management, joins partner Howard Beber to discuss today’s private market landscape. Jason shares how Churchill’s middle-market platform brings together direct lending, junior capital, co-investments and secondaries to serve private equity sponsors. He also discusses why manager expertise and disciplined portfolio construction are critical in a more complex market. During the conversation, Jason and Howard explore what Churchill is seeing in early 2026 deal activity, the staying power of GP-led secondaries, shifting approaches to diligence and structuring in a more uncertain environment and what separates truly top-quartile managers. Jason also shares his outlook for the year ahead and the professional advice that has stayed with him throughout his career.
- Feb 25, 202645 min
Inside the GP Stakes Opportunity with RidgeLake Partners’ Todd Milligan
What’s driving the growth of GP stakes investing, and where is the opportunity today? In this episode of Private Market Talks, Todd Milligan, co-head of RidgeLake Partners, joins partner Howard Beber to discuss the evolution of GP stakes and why the middle market has become a key focus for long-term partnerships. Todd shares how RidgeLake approaches minority equity investments, the role GP stakes can play in growth and succession planning and why culture and alignment matter more than ever. During the conversation, Todd and Howard also explore how LP perceptions have shifted, how deals are sourced in a relationship-driven market and what’s ahead for GP stakes as private markets continue to mature.
- Dec 12, 202543 min
Building Lasting Value with KPS Capital Partners’ Michael Psaros
In this episode of Private Market Talks, Michael Psaros, Co-Founder and Co-Managing Partner of KPS Capital Partners, joins Howard Beber to discuss KPS’s disciplined, operations-focused approach to industrial investing. Michael shares how his roots in a steel town shaped his career, why KPS measures success through absolute value creation and how the firm is navigating global technology and manufacturing shifts. He also reflects on leadership, long-term partnerships and the culture that has guided KPS’ success for more than three decades.
- Nov 14, 202558 min
Charting the Future of Private Markets with Cambridge Associates’ Andrea Auerbach
In this new episode of Private Market Talks, Andrea Auerbach, Global Head of Private Investments at Cambridge Associates, joins us to discuss the evolution of private markets, from fundraising slowdowns and liquidity challenges to the expanding role of AI in investment strategy. Andrea shares her perspective from over two decades of experience on how investors can navigate today’s complex environment and why the most compelling opportunities may be emerging right now.
- Oct 3, 202543 min
Scaling and Innovating in Secondaries with Dawson Partners’ Yann Robard
What’s next for secondary markets? In this episode of Private Market Talks, Dawson Partners’ Yann Robard joins us to unpack the evolving secondary market and untapped potential for increased capitalization. From structured solutions to the rise of NAV lending, Yann explains Dawson’s innovative approach to secondaries transcations. He also shares his outlook on private equity performance, lessons learned from building Dawson, and advice for the next generation of investors.
- Sep 5, 202531 min
Structured Capital in Focus with Strategic Value Partners’ Brian Himot
In this episode, partner and Private Funds co-head Howard Beber takes the host seat in a dynamic conversation with Brian Himot, head of structured capital at Strategic Value Partners (SVP). With more than $22 billion in assets under management, SVP is a leading global alternative investment firm focused on private credit, private equity and event-driven opportunities. Brian shares his path from tax lawyer to building SVP’s structured capital platform, where his team delivers flexible, tailored financing solutions for founder-led and sponsor-backed businesses. Together, he and Howard dive into the nuances of hybrid capital, weigh the advantages of sponsor vs. non-sponsor deals, and discuss why aligning with business owners on long-term growth is essential. They also explore how market volatility and shifting global dynamics are influencing deal flow, and what the next five years could bring for structured capital.
- Jul 17, 202540 min
Navigating Policy, Private Markets and AI with Barings’ David Mihalick
Barings is one of the world’s leading investment managers, with a platform that spans public and private markets, fixed income, real assets and capital solutions. In this episode, we sit down with David Mihalick, Co-Head of Global Investments at Barings, to explore how the firm is navigating today’s complex investment landscape. David shares insights on Barings’ multi-asset investment strategy, the knock-on effects of tariffs and current U.S. policy decisions and how middle-market companies are adapting to economic headwinds. We also discuss the evolving role of AI in private markets and its implications for human capital.
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In this podcast, hosted by Proskauer Partner, Peter Antoszyk, we feature leading asset managers, investors, and other capital allocators to discuss their strategies and stories, explore this fast-growing industry and learn the secrets of their success.
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