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The Private Equity Podcast, by Raw Selection

Alex Rawlings
Private Equity
ESG (environmental, Social, Governance)
Customer Focus
Entrepreneurship
Investment Strategy
Growth Strategies
Value Creation
Investment Banking
Mergers and Acquisitions
Microcap Private Equity
Organizational Structure
Data-Driven Management
Profitability
Leadership
Exit Strategy
Financial Planning and Analysis
Artificial Intelligence
Neurodiversity
Employee Engagement
Consumer Industry

Hosted by Alex Rawlings, Managing Partner of Raw Selection, a specialist executive search firm. Join us as we interview the leading experts in Private Equity, unlocking their secrets of success to share with you. Discover how some of the top Private Equity professionals got into Private Equity, how they rose to success and learn about some of the mistakes they made along the way.Alex has strong co... more

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In this episode, Giovanni Zangani joins Alex Rawlings to share insights from operating in Vietnam’s emerging private equity landscape. As Managing Partner at Maestro Equity Partners, Giovanni discusses the firm’s hands-on approach to investing in con... more

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In this episode, Sam and Taavo from CEO Advantage return to dive into the 5X CEO Assessment—a diagnostic tool developed from two years of research into top-performing private equity-backed CEOs who delivered 5x+ MOIC.

The conversation explores how t... more

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In this episode, Alex Rawlings is joined by Tim Schulte, Value Creation Partner at Council Capital, a Nashville-based private equity firm investing in healthcare businesses across tech-enabled services, outsourced services, and provider platforms.

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🎧 Guest: Maxwell Nee – Chairman, Family Office Insider & Managing Partner, Black Mountain Capital

🌍 Episode Theme: 10X Deals, Market Gaps & Global Investing

In this episode, Alex Rawlings is joined by Maxwell Nee to explore how thinking bigger—10X... more

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Recent Guests

Tim Schulte
Value Creation Partner at Council Capital, a private equity firm focusing on healthcare investments.
Council Capital
Episode: How Private equity Firm Council Capital Approach Value Creation
Brad Pilcher
Partner of Bonaccord Capital Partners and co-founder, focused on mid-market GP Stakes investing.
Bonaccord Capital Partners
Episode: A GP Stakes Perspective on the Professionalisation of Private Equity
Eric Wiklendt
Managing Director of SpeySide Equity, with extensive experience in private equity and operational roles
SpeySide Equity
Episode: An investors value creation plan for $100M+ revenue companies
Cyril Aboujaoude
Co-founder of TioPo Capital, a private equity firm based in London
TioPo Capital
Episode: The Real Due Diligence | What Makes or Breaks a Deal
Mark Strauch
Founding Partner & President of Alpine Investors
Alpine Investors
Episode: Inside Alpine Investors: How Mark Strauch Scales Leadership to Drive 1,000+ Deals
Amias Gerety
Partner at QED Investors, overseeing the US early stage team
QED Investors
Episode: How Amias Gerety Wins in Venture When Others Chase Hype
Michael Von Bevern
Co-Managing Director for Sunterra Fund Services, has been in fund administration for nearly 19 years.
Sunterra Fund Services
Episode: Why Outsourcing Fund Admin Is the Smartest Move PE Leaders Can Make in 2025 With Michael Von Bevern
Joe Basrawy
Managing Director at Partners Capital, a global multi-asset investment firm
Partners Capital
Episode: Inside the LP Mindset & Mastering Co-Investments | Joe Basrawy, Partners Capital
Jeremiah Wanzell
Experienced BlueShit consumer brand operator and operating partner, founder of Growth Mindset Advisors
Growth Mindset Advisors
Episode: Operating Partners Are the Future of Private Equity | Jeremiah Wanzell on Consumer Brand Growth

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Alex Rawlings
Host of a series focused on interviews with leading private equity experts, sharing insights into successful investment strategies and the private equity landscape.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 105 ratings
  • Really enjoyed this week’s

    Really informative breakdown. Joe Basrawy was great.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shirl787
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • A Must-Listen for Anyone Navigating the PE Landscape

    The Private Equity Podcast by Alex Rawlings has become a regular fixture in my listening routine—and for good reason. The guest selection is top-tier: real practitioners who have genuinely walked the talk across PE, operating partner, and CEO roles. These aren’t theorists—they’ve lived the deals, the leadership transitions, and the value-creation playbooks.

    Alex strikes the perfect balance between thoughtful curiosity and strategic depth. His probing questions consistently surface practical ins... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gaming kippies
    Netherlands6 months ago
  • Too many ads

    Too many ads

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    MPggufrgh
    United Kingdom9 months ago
  • Data driven decision-making

    This episode is a must listen for private equity professionals eager to harness the power of data to drive smarter, faster, and more efficient decisions. Joe’s insights are both accessible and impactful, making this podcast an excellent resource for those looking to elevate their approach to reporting an analytics.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PE Operator
    United Statesa year ago
  • Terrific team, great questions

    What a pleasure getting to know Alex Rawlings and Alexandra Offer and the Private Equity Podcast! They and their teammates work hard to create great podcasts through their questions and editing. Always worth a listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Philly rocks AT7
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the informative breakdowns and practical insights provided by the guests.
Feedback emphasizes the high-quality guest selection, featuring real practitioners in private equity.
Several users highlighted the podcast's focus on actionable advice and real-world applications of private equity practices.
The host's questioning style strikes a balance between curiosity and depth, drawing out meaningful discussions.

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How Private equity Firm Council Capital Approach Value Creation
Q: How would you define how you are collaborative?
Collaboration is shown through our CEO Council and our approach to providing tailored resources rather than a one-size-fits-all playbook.
How Private equity Firm Council Capital Approach Value Creation
Q: What mistakes do you see private equity firms making?
Private equity firms and portfolio companies often recreate the wheel rather than leveraging existing resources and collaboration.
Private Equity market trends and investing techniques
Q: What are some of the lessons you've learned working internationally on your global deals?
Identifying countries' strengths and weaknesses for business operations and leveraging those for optimized returns is crucial.
Private Equity market trends and investing techniques
Q: What's one mistake that you see private equity firms or portfolio companies making and what would you suggest to correct them?
Practicing overextension during good times without maintaining focus, leading to costly mistakes.
A GP Stakes Perspective on the Professionalisation of Private Equity
Q: What does the future of GP Stakes investing look like?
The industry is performing well with strong growth, evolving investor strategies, and a promising outlook based on liquidity improvements.

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