The Minds Capital Podcast
Your connection to the growing world of independent sponsors and deal-by-deal private equity.
11x MOIC by Scaling Revenue from $15m to $100m
Justin Turner of Traction Capital shares how a 7-year hold in specialty fire equipment distribution achieved 11x MOIC and 44% IRR through strategic exit planning and rollup execution.
Behind the Scenes: Launching 2nd Equity Fund for Independent Sponsors
Minds Capital's 3 GPs celebrate 50 episodes, sharing insights on their media-first strategy, deal flow flywheel, and high-velocity investing journey.
A Family Office's View From 27 Platforms
Kevin Wong, CIO of Lang Partners, shares insights on backing 27 independent sponsor platforms since 2020, evaluating soft skills, and building community in the lower-middle market.
A 9-Deal Rollup Without Losing 1 Customer
Verde Equity Partners built a $100M landscaping platform through 9 acquisitions in 2.5 years, retaining 100% of customers and employees using an operator-led buy-and-build strategy.
Family Offices + Independent Sponsors = Strong Match
James Bohannon of Belzberg & Co explains how family offices evaluate independent sponsors, the power dynamics of LP relationships, and why choosing the right capital partner matters more than closing any deal.