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08/07/2026
Dealmakers Unplugged: Video insights for private equity and independent sponsors
Whether you're evaluating acquisitions, raising capital, managing portfolio growth, or navigating market uncertainty, these discussions provide practical perspectives to help inform your next move.
Gain perspectives from private equity leaders, independent sponsors, lenders, and operating professionals on the opportunities, challenges, and trends shaping the middle market.
Through candid conversations with experienced dealmakers, we explore transaction strategies, capital markets developments, operational considerations, and emerging themes influencing investment decision-making.
The value of long-term capital in middle market investing
Featuring Erika Hyland (Opens a new window), Senior Managing Director, Gladstone Investment Corporation
Long-term investing, strong partnerships, and flexible capital continue to play an important role in middle market transactions. In this conversation, Erika Hyland discusses Gladstone's investment approach, the value of independent sponsor relationships, and how permanent capital can support businesses through different stages of growth.
Key insights to consider
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- How independent sponsors help expand deal sourcing and bring differentiated industry expertise
- The role of long-term partnerships in driving portfolio company growth and value creation
- Benefits of a permanent capital structure and flexible investment horizon
- How experienced operators and management teams can strengthen investment outcomes
- Why relationships and alignment remain critical across sourcing, diligence, and portfolio management
Operating partners in manufacturing PE value creation
Daniel Ron (Opens a new window) of Forge52 joins us to explore how PE operating partners enhance execution, de-risk deals, and drive M&A-led growth in manufacturing companies.
How AI is reshaping deal sourcing in the middle market
Featuring Vishy Venugopalan (Opens a new window), Founder and Managing Partner, Weave Growth Partners
Finding differentiated investment opportunities in the middle market is becoming increasingly competitive. In this conversation, we discuss how artificial intelligence is influencing deal sourcing strategies and what investment teams may consider when evaluating AI-enabled workflows.
Key insights to consider
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- How AI tools are influencing traditional deal sourcing approaches
- Practical applications of data analytics and predictive modeling to identify opportunities
- Considerations for integrating technology-enabled sourcing into existing investment processes
- Ways firms may balance efficiency, human judgment, and transaction risk management
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