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Standing out in a crowded PE market: Overcoming intensified capital raising challenges https://lnkd.in/di57upgr Ashford Nyatsumba, Partner and Chévon Marupen, Senior Associate at Webber Wentzel, answer one of the most common question they get as fund formation lawyers: 'How have successful asset manager clients secured capital in this crowded market'?

London-based Bridges Fund Management Ltd. has unveiled details of its Inclusive Growth Fund, investing in social impact-driven companies with strong growth potential which can also deliver measurable social outcomes for vulnerable groups. Emma Thorne talks to Paula Garrido about the fund's plans and ambitions, and where it will focus its efforts. #impactinvesting #socialimpact https://lnkd.in/eqcPSN7C

🎤 We are very proud to sponsor the Private Equity Summit at IPEM Wealth alongside Dentons! This summit is a cornerstone of the event, featuring four panel discussions, prepared and moderated by Emmanuel Parmentier, Marc Durance, Clémence Droin, Charlotte Salmon & Imène Maharzi. Together, they will guide conversations with top executives from leading firms, offering unparalleled insights into the private equity landscape and explore the challenges shaping the future of the industry.   Here’s what’s on the agenda after Emmanuel’s introduction at 1:45 PM: ▪️ 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM | A Golden Era for Co-Investment Led by Marc Durance, this session explores the growing appeal of co-investment strategies and their transformative role in aligning LP and GP interests. ▪️2:30 PM – 3:00 PM | How to Climb Through the Exit Window Led by Emmanuel Parmentier, this session delves into the challenges of providing liquidity in today’s market and explores strategies for successful exits. ▪️3:00 PM – 3:30 PM | A Wealth DNA: Successful Private Market Firms and Funds in European Wealth Channels Led by Clémence Droin, this panel examines the key traits and strategies that set successful fund managers apart when engaging with private wealth capital. ▪️3:30 PM – 4:00 PM | When Private Equity Teams Up with Family Offices Led by Charlotte Salmon, this session uncovers the unique dynamics and potential of partnerships between private equity and family offices.   Joining the discussions: Amundi Alpha Associates, Azimut Libera Impresa, Capital Dynamics, Cipio Partners, Dentons, Edmond de Rothschild, Five Arrows, L Catterton, Motion Equity Partners, NPM Capital, Pictet Asset Management, Quilvest Capital Partners, SwanCap, Verto, Wise Equity & White Peaks Capital. Mark your calendars and join us in the Summit Room for this must-attend event! Find the full IPEM Wealth program here 👉 https://lnkd.in/ejf4u6jc

St. James’s Place is to align its Sustainable & Responsible Equity fund with SDR's Sustainability Focus label and has replaced Impax Asset Management with Schroders as the fund’s sole manager going forward. Author: Michael N. https://lnkd.in/ecAAUwQd Justin Onuekwusi, CFA, Alex Tedder #FundLabels #SustainabilityFocus #SustainableInvestment

M&G Investments has received approval to label its M&G Positive Impact fund as a ‘Sustainability Impact’ product in early 2025, the firm has said. https://lnkd.in/eTdBa6mm Alex Matcham, Ben Constable Maxwell #FundLabel #Impact #Sustainability

After 15 years in private markets, Rebekah Kasumu saw the same struggles holding back emerging fund managers. Determined to change the game, she launched Flourish Partners Ltd —a firm on a mission to help emerging fund managers navigate the challenges of starting and growing their first funds. https://buff.ly/4fRQnOz

After 15 years in private markets, Rebekah Kasumu saw the same struggles holding back emerging fund managers. Determined to change the game, she launched Flourish Partners Ltd —a firm on a mission to help emerging fund managers navigate the challenges of starting and growing their first funds. https://buff.ly/4fRQnOz

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Overcoming capital raising challenges in a crowded PE market https://lnkd.in/dcyVuFBi Ashford Nyatsumba and Chévon Marupen | Webber Wentzel |  The Private Equity (PE) fundraising landscape, historically dynamic and competitive, has become increasingly challenging in recent years. As a number of funds compete for limited investor capital, a consistent question we get as fund formation lawyers is: “How have successful asset manager clients secured capital in this crowded market?” Below we explore key strategic innovations managers utilise to navigate the fundraising process optimally. These strategies help... #capital #finance #funding #investment #PrivateEquity Ashford Nyatsumba Chévon Marupen Webber Wentzel

Using Private Equity International's fund performance data, we've looked at how the first generation of 'mainstream' impact funds are performing. With funds launched by TPG, Bain Capital and KKR now maturing, a picture of generalist private equity impact returns is starting to emerge. Up now on New Private Markets (susbcribe or register for free trial) https://lnkd.in/ea4Z8UyZ