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Shiv Narayanan interviews Bryce Youngren, Managing Partner at Polaris Growth Fund.
Bryce and Shiv discuss how Polaris Growth Fund creates value in smaller businesses, and why this area of the market is under-leveraged. Learn about the tried-and-tested process that has helped them generate impressive returns, including a founder-friendly approach and strategic acceleration teams.
The information contained in this podcast is not intended to constitute, and should not be construed as, investment advice.
Shiv Narayanan interviews Daniel Pianko, Managing Director at Achieve Partners and host of the Better Money Better World podcast.
Daniel and Shiv discuss how Achieve Partners is using talent development to maximize portfolio company growth, unlock revenue potential, and make positive change for employees and their communities. Learn how Achieve Partners' alternative approach is helping set them apart from other firms and connect them with passionate investors and founders.
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⏱️ Time Stamps
00:00 Intro 04:08 Achieve Partners' overall approach and investment thesis 05:38 Their unique strategy for organic growth 08:09 Why this approach makes sense to prioritize from a value-creation perspective 11:28 Achieve Partners’ approach to selecting the right companies to invest in 13:09 How it increases portfolio companies’ gross margins 17:45 The impact on their TAM 22:58 How they pitch LPs on their approach 26:47 How Achieve Partners are making sure they stand out in the war for capital 30:43 The success metrics they use to track their positive impact
The information contained in this podcast is not intended to constitute, and should not be construed as, investment advice.
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