Interview about cybersecurity with private equity veteran Rich Lawson of HGGC

Dropping valuations, 5G rollout and the rise of cybersecurity

Richard Lawson of HGGC and David Van Wert of RSM discuss the precipitous drop in valuations of technology companies, the importance of the 5G rollout, and the rise of cybersecurity as a form of due-diligence and as a business plan.

Two prominent investors in cannabis businesses compare notes.

Rod Senft, Chairman of Vancouver-based Tricor Pacific Capital, discusses his firm’s approach to charitable giving, including support for prostate cancer work and dignity for dumpster-divers.

Part of Privcap’s “Powerhouses in Private Equity” interview series, Tricor Pacific Capital’s Rod Senft discusses the rise of his Vancouver-based multi-strategy firm, how he wants entrepreneurs to view him, his favorite deal, and the “joy” and “thrill” that business builders need to feel to thrive. Interview by RSM Canada’s Ben Gibbons.

This edition of Dealmaker features Privcap’s curated conversation with experts from LLR Partners and RSM who have worked extensively on software transactions. As software has grown exponentially as an industry and omnipresence in society, private capital has flowed into the sector in greater and greater amounts. Why are private equity investors so eager to own…

Funder Marc Leder of Sun Capital gives an overview of a research initiative that explores ways for people to improve their lives. Learn more here .

Privcap assembled a group of private equity experts for an in-depth conversation about the investment opportunity in financial services.

Marc Leder, co-founder of Sun Capital Partners, discusses one of his favorite deals – the brisk turnaround of Raybestos Powertrain, a supplier of parts to the automotive industry that was facing liquidation. An unexpected price rise saw Leder fielding worried phone calls from top car executives.