Funds that Won

In this episode, we are flipping the script. My long-time friend and colleague, Bridger Pennington interviews me about Fund Launch Partners, a GP stakes fund launched just this month. We get into the nitty gritty of this kind of fund, our investment thesis and what I see in the future. [00:00:58] GP stakes Fund Launch Partners. [00:03:22] The Greenwich Economic Forum. [00:08:03] Emerging managers...

In this episode of Funds That Won, Lincoln dives into the success story of Ken Griffin and his hedge fund Citadel. With $67 billion in assets under management and $16 billion in net income last year, Citadel has become one of the giants in the hedge fund industry. We explore how Ken started trading in college and discovered a successful convertible bond trading strategy that propelled his success....

In this episode of Funds That Won, Lincoln interviews the co-founder of JNR Capital, a successful investment firm specializing in buying distressed and value-add hotels. With a track record of completing $200 million in transactions, JNR Capital leverages deep-rooted relationships with industry executives, local lenders, banks, and general contractors to transform hotels into highly profitable est...

In this episode of Funds That Won, we dive into the world of private equity with Krystof Bartos of Guardians of Legacy Private Equity, who shares his insights on buying businesses, managing them, and starting a private equity firm. He discusses his strategy for raising capital and where private equity fits into a portfolio. Krystof's success is attributed to his proof of concept with his own money...

In this episode, we dive into the life and career of Bill Ackman, a prominent figure in finance. From his early days starting his hedge fund with $250,000 to managing billions of dollars, Ackman's journey is filled with ups and downs. We explore his investment strategies, including his focus on value investing and his ability to identify companies trading below their intrinsic value. Join us as we...

In this episode, Lincoln discusses Fundrise, a real estate crowdfunding platform in a throwback to 2022. He talks Fundrise and its history, explaining that it was originally targeted towards accredited investors but now allows anyone to invest for as little as $10. Overall, the episode explores the concept of real estate crowdfunding and the potential benefits it offers. [00:01:23] Fundrise crowdf...

In this episode of Funds That Won, Lincoln interviews Dustin Gomez from the Geauxmez Group. Dustin shares his journey from corporate leadership to real estate investing. Dustin is a member of the Fund Launch community! He is a member of the Black Card program, where we help emerging managers launch and scale their funds. He discusses how he started investing in real estate, initially converting hi...

In this episode of Funds That Won, we learn about Axia Partners, a real estate fund that focuses on mitigating risk for its investors. Lincoln interviews Dave Allred of Axia Partners, who shares his journey from doing syndications to investing in real estate funds. He emphasizes the importance of building a strong reputation and protecting investor capital. Axia Partners, which launched two and a...

Lincoln emphasizes the Ray Dalio's belief of the importance of principles and stress testing them to improve decision-making and increase the likelihood of success. He believes that by clearly defining principles and subjecting them to rigorous testing, individuals can enhance their ability to make informed decisions and achieve positive outcomes. Dalio's approach involves meticulous documentation...

In this episode of Funds That Won, we explore the inception story and investment approach of Maddix Capital, a unique and novel investment fund. Jake Gubler. Jake is well-versed in M&A, private / public capital raises, and corporate advisory. Before joining Maddix, Jake was the Manager of Corporate Development at Owlet (NYSE: OWLT), where he led M&A, partnership, and strategic analyses and...

In this episode of "Funds That Won," host interviews Koloa Wolfgramm of Wolfgramm Capital, a renowned investment fund. Koloa shares his background as a former bobsledder on the USA team and his transition into finance. He discusses his firm's success and the importance of one key person in driving profits. Listeners will gain insights into alternative investment strategies and the inner workings o...

There are big opportunities to make money in crypto right now. In this episode of Funds That Won, Lincoln and guest Bridger Pennington discuss fund structures, strategies, and the journey of fund development. Bridger, Managing Partner of Ugly Unicorn Crypto Fund and co-founder of Fund Launch, shares his experiences and success in the investment fund industry. He talks about his three investment fu...

In this episode of Funds That Won, we explore the financial powerhouse BlackRock and its business model. With over $9 trillion in assets, BlackRock's influence is vast, owning 5% or more of 97% of companies in the S&P 500. We learn about the company's origins, its focus on ETFs and mutual funds, and how it operates in the public markets. Tune in to discover more about this influential investme...

In this episode, we interview Rob Fuller, the founder of ROI Property, who has managed hundreds of millions of dollars in real estate investments. We discuss his initial strategy of fix and flip, how he built his teams, and his fundraising strategies. Rob shares insights on real estate development, working with subcontractors, and managing properties remotely. Tune in to learn from Rob's wealth of...

Welcome to Funds that Won. Where we deep dive into some of the world's most renowned investment funds. We’ll interview investment managers across the alternatives landscape and learn how they built their million and billion dollar asset management empires. We deep dive into teams, structures, portfolio management, investment philosophy & best practices in launching and running alternative inve...