Best William Capps Podcasts (2025)

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Gray & Chelcie of Gray Benko Home Show & Tell About Their Anything-But-Basic Style 46:56

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In this episode Gray Benko and Chelcie Eastman of Gray Benko Home discuss the formation of their interior design boutique, their no rules style and their new wallpaper collection. They also play a little Show & Tell with co-host Whinnie Williams revealing some of their favorite decorative pieces. WATCH on YouTube Gray Benko Home Website Gray Benko …

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Robin Gahan From Marble Moon Interiors On Design and Dream Homes For Charity 36:06

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Robin Gahan from Marble Moon Interiors joins us to talk about starting a business with a purpose, connecting passion with a good cause and designing the St. Jude Dream Home in Richmond, Virginia. She discusses her bold style and the roll of wallpaper. Marble Moon Interiors This episode is brought to you by ⁠Milton & King⁠ - exquisite wall coverings…

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Exciting Announcements! 1:11

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OTW is now on video! Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@OnTheWall_Podcast Watch Season 3, Episode 5: Whinnie Williams from Poodle & Blonde Follow our NEW Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/onthewallpodcast_officialBy Milton & King

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Whinnie Williams On Her Journey From Indie Pop Singer To Creative Director And Co-Founder Of Interior Brand Poodle & Blonde 38:52

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Whinnie Williams joins us to talk about her journey from indie pop singer to Creative Director and Co-Founder of the U.K. retro-inspired interiors brand, Poodle & Blonde. She tells us about her experience with hypnotism, how she was discovered as a singer and her experiences in the music biz. She then discusses how she transitioned from music to in…

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Bryce Capp as Creative Director & Co-Founder of Milton & King, Evolving His Role, Gaining A British And European Perspective On Design Trends 31:28

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In this episode we are joined by Bryce Capp, the Creative Director and Co-Founder of the wallpaper company, Milton & King. He discusses his working relationship with his brother and fellow co-founder Richard Capp, how he curates a collection, his experience moving from Australia to the UK and gaining a British and European perspective on design tre…

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Paige Williams - Award Winning Designer 43:50

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We have an in-depth conversation with Award Winning Designer Paige Williams of Paige Williams Design. She talks about the childhood experience that sparked her design journey, the design community in Nashville Tennessee and the event she describes as Disney World for designers. She also talks about the tools she uses when a client has trouble with …

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Identifying Fund Managers Who Have a Reason to Win, with Whit Matthews 36:17

5M ago36:17

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"The lower middle market is the last bastion of alpha in private equity," declares Whit Matthews, managing director at HighVista Strategies, in this conversation with host Jon Finger. Tracking roughly 500 active independent sponsors and seeing 350+ actionable co-investments yearly, Whit reveals how HighVista identifies managers with "a specialized …

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All Things Wallpaper with Wallpaper Installer Allison Dooley from Wallflower 1:00:19

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Wallpaper Installer Allison Dooley from Wallflower LLC joins the podcast to talk about all things wallpaper. She talks about why she made a huge career change, her professional approach with her clients and how she learned to be an expert installer. We discuss the different types of wallpaper and their applications. She reveals how she adds artistr…

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Hollie Deese from Nashville Interiors Magazine on Publishing, Design and Nashville 55:15

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In this episode, we speak to Hollie Deese, the owner and publisher of Nashville Interiors Magazine. She talks about her journey through the publishing industry and reveals what inspired her to get started. We discuss her move to Nashville and how she transitioned from writer to magazine owner. Then, we dive into the transformation of one of America…

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Energizing New Managers in the Energy Transition Space, with Angel Fierro 24:27

10M ago24:27

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Angel Fierro, managing partner of Aiga Capital Partners, joins host Jon Finger for a conversation about how emerging fund managers can make an impact in specialty lending areas such as energy transition. Aiga Capital Partners provides private debt and preferred equity solutions to North American-based sustainable infrastructure developers. Sharing …

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Australian Artist Bethany Linz on her latest My Sydney Collection 45:42

10M ago45:42

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In this episode, Bethany Linz returns to the podcast to discuss the latest Milton & King collection called “My Sydney.” She discusses what inspired the 8 new designs and which techniques she used to create each piece. *The Grande Water Birds design discussed is available to trade clients only. Check out Episode 1 to listen to Bethany's first appear…

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Nikki Watson from The Design Quad on Staging, Interior Design and Owning a Business 51:57

11M ago51:57

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In this episode we speak with Nikki Watson, the owner of The Design Quad and the largest home staging company in the United States. Nikki tells us about how she got into the interiors world, how principles played a role in her decisions and how she eventually started her successful staging company. We talk about her experiences starring on home TV …

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Kerstin Morey from The Material Bar on Kitchen & Bath Design and the American Dream 56:33

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In this episode we speak with Kirsten Morey – Kitchen & Bath designer and owner of The Material Bar. She discusses her move from Germany to America, falling in love with construction, starting her own business and the importance of learning from doing. She talks about her foray into general contracting and her pivot back to her “zone of genius.” Ki…

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Serving the Lower Middle Market with Peter Eschmann and Liz Veilleux of ACME Credit Partners 28:04

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After the financial crisis of 2008-09, a phenomenon unfolded: “mega-funds” of several billions and more, putting larger check sizes to work for larger companies.. ACME Credit Partners, an investment advisor, reaches an entirely different market. Smaller, nimble, and lean, ACME targets the lower middle market direct lending segment that is underserv…

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Australian Artist Fleur Harris on Her Artistic Journey, Motherhood and Inspiration 1:07:11

1y ago1:07:11

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We speak with Australian artist and designer, Fleur Harris. We discuss her childhood growing up on a vineyard and learn how that comes back to influence her art. She takes us on her formative journey as she gets exposed to a diversity of cultures in Melbourne and discover some of her unexpected musical tastes. She tells us why the word “no” went fr…

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Interior Designer Brittany Zimmerman on Starting and Maintaining an Interior Design Business 55:56

1y ago55:56

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In this episode we speak with interior designer Brittany Zimmerman from Bleu Bee Designs. We discuss her life-changing trip to Paris that resulted in a career as an interior designer. She also talks about the big stylistic differences between the southeast and the northwest of the United States, the weather shock after moving from Florida to Washin…

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English Artist Yasmin Smith on Art, Life on the U.K. Coast and Her First Trip to the United States 1:03:27

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In this episode, we speak to artist Yasmin Smith, Head of Design and Communications for Milton & King U.K. We discuss her background as an artist, life on the U.K. coast and her inaugural visit to the United States. We also dive into a few of the designs she has created for the Milton & King Studio Collection and what we can expect in the next few …

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Ben Heighway & Robin Patrick on Roman Products 1:07:51

1+ y ago1:07:51

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In this episode, we speak with Ben Heighway (Sales Manager) and Robin Patrick (Vice President of Sales and Marketing) from Roman Products, LLC. We learn about the history of the company, how they serve wall covering manufacturers and installers, and dive into the various wall primers and wallpaper pastes. Roman Products Website https://romandecorat…

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Interior Jana Donohoe on Starting a Business, Timeless Design and Styling The White House for Christmas 57:22

1+ y ago57:22

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In this episode we speak with Denver-based interior designer Jana Donohoe of Jana Donohoe Designs. We learn how she started her own interior design business, her timeless design philosophy and what the greatest challenges are for an interior designer that they don't teach you in school. We also hear about her experience designing at The White House…

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Creator of The One Room Challenge with Linda Weinstein, Interior Design, The Blogosphere and Modernizing with Social Media 54:45

1+ y ago54:45

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In this episode we speak with Linda Weinstein, the creator and producer of the biannual event, The One Room Challenge. We learn about her start in Hollywood and her journey to where she is today, running one of the most popular worldwide interior design events throughout the blogosphere and across social media.…

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Artist Allison Maestas from La Semilla Casa on Wanderlust, Environmental Consciousness and Personal Inspiration 1:11:05

1+ y ago1:11:05

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In this episode we have a conversation with Allison Maestas, the Creative Director behind the brand La Semilla Casa. We talk about her wanderlust which has brought her to both sides of the Pacific over the years, her company's ethos of attaining zero waste, her personal battle with illness and how dealing with that turned on the tap to a creative f…

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Impact Investing: Generating Positive Impact Plus Financial Return, with Jim Roth of Zamo Capital 33:25

1+ y ago33:25

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Impact investing is different from ESG in that ESG is what you don't do, what you don't invest in. Impact investing, however, is what you affirmatively and intentionally do. In this episode of Fund Flow, host Jon Finger speaks with guest Jim Roth, the founder and managing partner of Zamo Capital, an impact investor based in London. Jim was also the…

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Sarah Rahn on Being an Interior Designer in the Entertainment Industry 55:07

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In this episode we speak with Los Angeles-based interior designer Sarah Rahn of Sarah Rahn Design. We learn how she went from a professional race car driver from Ohio to an LA-based interior designer working with high-end celebrity clientele. We learn what inspires her and get into her views on design trends and where she sees things heading. Sarah…

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Shi Delgrosso on RV Design and RV Life With A Large Blended Family 1:03:55

2y ago1:03:55

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In this episode, we speak with Shi Delgrosso of ShiDel RVs & Design. We discuss how experience in hospitality & real estate combined with her love of camping and the outdoors led to a new calling. As a married mom of six with a blended family, she talks about the benefits and challenges of the RV life and we dive into her new career as a renovator …

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Investing in Purposeful Companies and Management Teams, with Jake Capps of Meaningful Partners 36:51

2y ago36:51

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The best returns come from businesses that mix purpose and profit and don’t compromise on either. In this episode of Fund Flow, host Jon Finger speaks with Jake Capps, the co-founder and managing partner of Meaningful Partners, a value-based investment company focused on purposeful businesses. With over two decades of experience investing in privat…

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Strategies for Success in Real Asset Investments, with Heather Fernstrom Border of Alliance Global Advisors 37:07

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After working as a consultant during the global financial crisis and holding various positions at investment management firms, Heather Fernstrom Border and her partner, Jennifer Stevens, launched Alliance Global Advisors. Alliance is a women-owned consulting firm focused on developing strategic solutions for real asset investment managers. Alliance…

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Ashley Wilson on Creating a DIY Home Blog and Doing It Full Time 55:03

2y ago55:03

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We speak with Ashley Wilson, the creator of 'At Home With Ashley', a successful DIY Home Decor Blog. She talks to us about her colorful style and tells us about what sparked her love of interiors in the 3rd grade. We learn how she created a successful blog that became her and her husband's full time job and how she navigates the negativity that can…

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Katie O'Shea on Returning to Art and Starting a Career as an Independent Artist Later in Life 1:02:07

2y ago1:02:07

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In this episode, we speak with Katie O'Shea, an artist and surface pattern designer from Northern California. She tells us about her history, her long absence from the art world as she focused on family and motherhood and what she did to make a come back almost 20 years later. Katie O'Shea's Website https://bio.site/katieosheadesign Katie O'Shea's …

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Building Strong Relationships with Emerging Managers, with Elizabeth Weindruch 30:09

2y ago30:09

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On this episode of Fund Flow, host Jon Finger talks with Elizabeth Weindruch (Liz), managing director at Barings, about building lasting relationships with the emerging manager community. When looking for GP partners, Liz seeks those with experience, value alignment and an element of differentiation in their investment strategy. “You can no longer …

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Co-Founder of Milton & King Richard Capp on Growing Up in Rural Australia and Starting a Small Business in the Wallpaper Industry 54:18

2y ago54:18

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On this episode, we talk with Richard Capp, the CEO and Co-Founder of Milton & King. He discusses his upbringing on a farm in rural NSW Australia, the formation of the sibling-owned company and life as small business owner in the wallpaper industry. Milton & King - https://bit.ly/3Yukdjc Socials Follow on Instagram Follow on Facebook Follow on Pint…

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Finding Opportunity in eCommerce and Digital Investing with Chad Summe 30:53

2y ago30:53

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On this episode of Fund Flow, McGuireWoods’ Jon Finger sits down with Chad Summe, founder and managing partner at eGateway Capital, to discuss the changes brought by digitization and artificial intelligence, as well as how to build solid relationships with investment partners. “We all come from a lot of different experiences and backgrounds that co…

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Finding Fundraising Product Market Fit with Andy Lee of Parallaxes Capital 38:56

2y ago38:56

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On this episode of Fund Flow, McGuireWoods’ Jon Finger sits down with Andy Lee, founder and chief investment officer of Parallaxes Capital, the first firm to focus exclusively on monetizing tax receivable agreements as an investment strategy. Andy wanted to establish a firm that wasn’t afraid to think differently and take a long-term view on invest…

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Jewel Marlowe on Becoming a Self-Educated Interior Designer and Finding Her Glamorous Style 55:14

2y ago55:14

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In this episode, we speak with Jewel Marlowe. Jewel is a Washington D.C.-based interior designer with bold, glamorous and eclectic tastes. We talk about her style, how she educated herself and how she went from D.I.Y.er working on her own home to starting her own successful interior design business. Jewel Marlowe's Website https://www.jewelmarlowe.…

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Bespoke Letterpress Founder Alischa Herrmann on Creating Art Using Vintage Presses in Australia 1:05:46

2+ y ago1:05:46

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In this episode we speak with Alischa Herrmann, Founding Director of Bespoke Letterpress in Australia. We learn how she went from being a graphic designer working for a Hollywood studio to being a married mother of four children, owning and operating a leading international letterpress studio. See the Bespoke Letterpress wallpaper collection here B…

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Australian Artist Kenneth King from Kingdom Home on Growing Up in Hong Kong, Living in Australia and Becoming An Artist 41:58

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Kenneth King joins us for episode 6. Ken is the artist behind Kingdom Home, an independent Australian creative studio that offers a unique range of wallpaper and fabric designs. We discuss growing up in Hong Kong, his difficulties adapting to the Australian education system and how he navigated his way to becoming an artist. We also dive into his v…

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Creative Director Silvana Azzi Heras on Working in Film With Baz Luhrmann and Catherine Martin and Launching Her Boutique Design Studio in Sydney, Australia 51:26

2+ y ago51:26

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In episode 5, we speak with Silvana Azzi Heras, the Creative Director of House of Heras design studio in Sydney, Australia. We discuss her rich history in the film industry, her impressions of NYC and dive into her new collection of wallpapers with Milton & King. See the House of Heras wallpaper collection here House of Heras website Milton & King …

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French Canadian Wallpaper Designer Catherine Marion on Moving To New Zealand and Creating Art on the Move 46:20

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In episode 4, we speak with French Canadian commercial wallpaper designer, Catherine Marion. She joins us from New Zealand where she's been living a very nomadic lifestyle for the past 5 years. We discuss how she got her start, how she discovered her unique style and how she manages to be creative on the road. See Catherine Marion's wallpaper desig…

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Shaping the Future of Emerging Managers: Nurturing Partnerships and Embracing Long-term Growth Strategies with William Prather of Cypress Creek 35:55

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On this episode of Fund Flow from McGuireWoods, host Jon Finger sits down with William [Billy] Prather, founding partner and Chief Investment Officer of Cypress Creek Partners, to discuss market opportunities for emerging managers, what makes the Cypress Creek team successful, and building bridges with LPs. Billy had his first taste of the emerging…

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Australian Surface Pattern Designer Brook Gossen on Style, Mood, Colour and Adapting to New Technologies 56:07

2+ y ago56:07

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In episode 3, we speak with Australian Surface Pattern Designer and illustrator Brook Gossen, who just launched a new collection of fun, colorful, feel-good designs. She tells us about the importance of exercising creative muscles and continuing her education after spending some time outside of the art world. See Brook Gossen's wallpaper designs he…

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Climate Risk Factors and Investment Opportunities With Climate Core Capital 42:49

2+ y ago42:49

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Is there a world where investors can incorporate climate data in their investment mandates? Owen Woolcock and Rajeev Ranade, the co-founders of Climate Core Capital certainly think so. Combining traditional climate risk factors including flood, heat, fire, hurricane, and storm with unconventional readiness indicators to find low-risk and high-readi…

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British Illustrator Jacqueline Colley on Finding a Unique Style and Inspiring Travel 1:09:20

2+ y ago1:09:20

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In our 2nd episode, we speak with British illustrator and pattern designer Jacqueline Colley, known for her quirky and playful style. Calling in from London, she tells us about her experiences in fashion, how she made the transition to wallpaper and some of the growing pains and challenges she has overcome as an artist. See Jacqueline Colley's desi…

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Applying Military Training to Raising Funds with Neil Keegan of Marlinspike 37:32

2+ y ago37:32

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According to Neil Keegan, co-founder and CEO of disruptive technology fund Marlinspike, it was his background in the Navy that shaped the mission-driven ethos of his firm. The fund focuses on innovative companies that are solving challenges around national security while also exploring creative commercial applications. Finding a company that is mak…

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Australian Artist Bethany Linz on Art and Creating Wallpaper Designs 1:04:40

2+ y ago1:04:40

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In our premiere episode, we speak with Australian artist Bethany Linz, a wallpaper and textile designer who has developed some of Milton & King's most popular wallpaper designs. She discusses her background and upbringing, the challenges of being an independent artist, collaborating with Japanese artist Izumi for her Marbling Collection and her lat…

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Why Diversity Matters for the Future of Emerging Managers with Sara Zulkosky of Recast Capital 43:00

2+ y ago43:00

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For Sara Zulkosky, diversity is key to the strategy when it comes to investing in emerging managers. When she and her partner Courtney McCrea founded their LP, Recast Capital, they knew they wanted to center diverse emerging managers to give both LPs and diverse GPs better access to that market. Recast Capital is not just an LP; its enablement prog…

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Brom Rector Explains What to Look for in Psychedelic Portfolio Funds 29:37

3y ago29:37

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On this episode of Fund Flow, host Jon Finger sits down with Brom Rector, founder of Empath Ventures, to break down misconceptions about psychedelic medicine and first-time management. Brom worked in venture capital as a quantitative researcher and portfolio manager for several years until he realized something was missing. As he describes it, “I d…

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The State of the Emerging Manager Market with McNally Capital’s Beth Rahn 44:16

3y ago44:16

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Starting a fund is a challenging task on its own, but the pandemic added another layer of difficulty for emerging managers looking for limited partners. Having lost the ability to network and fundraise in person, many LPs played it safe and stayed with the funds they already had relationships with, leading to an upward trend in “re-ups.” “LPs in 20…

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Filling Investor Needs with Sheryl Mejia of Steward Asset Management 41:38

3y ago41:38

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On this episode of Fund Flow, Sheryl Mejia, Managing Partner at Steward Asset Management, joins host Jon Finger to discuss what spurred the creation of her own firm, how to establish differentiation, and why maintaining empathy for founders is key. Sheryl built a depth of knowledge working in asset management for large and small private funds befor…

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Today's Fundraising Environment with Casey Peters of Pacenote Capital 50:08

3y ago50:08

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On this episode of Fund Flow, host Jon Finger is joined by Casey Peters, a managing partner at boutique placement agency Pacenote Capital. They discuss the mandates that formed Pacenote and how maintaining a high touch and selective lens has shaped the company. Casey founded Pacenote Capital in response to market feedback that there was a desire fo…

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Building Teams and Investor Relationships with Suzanne Yoon of Kinzie Capital Partners 39:26

3y ago39:26

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The pandemic era has not been an easy time for any industry, including private equity. In today’s volatile market, funds are facing increased competition while continuing to adapt to the challenges of remote deal-making. Now imagine being an emerging manager in the lower-to-middle-market investing space — and building your firm in the middle of the…

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Developing a Technology Investment Strategy With Aly Madhavji of Blockchain Founders Fund 48:25

3+ y ago48:25

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The blockchain sector is perhaps one of the riskiest to invest in today. Not only is it a new and constantly evolving space, but it’s also often riddled with scams. Many large investors remain skeptical, but it’s likely that the future lies in blockchain and crypto. So how can funds do it safer and smarter, especially as emerging managers? We bring…