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Join us at SuperReturn International as Peter Grubstein, founder and Managing Partner of NGen Partners, discusses the future of energy transition, including the rise of renewables, the potential of nuclear power, and the critical role of battery storage. Grubstein also highlights the impact of AI in energy efficiency, the importance of private credit markets, and innovative financing structures fo...

Join us at SuperReturn as we dive into the secondary market with Tjarko Hektor, Managing Partner of New Second Capital. In this insightful interview, we discuss the record-breaking secondary market volume of $162 billion in 2024, risk mispricing in various asset categories, and the considerations for middle market transactions in North America. Tjarko shares his expert insights on investment disci...

Search-fund lawyer Kevin Henderson—co-founder of SMB Law Group and the SMBash conference—joins The Savvy Capital Show to unpack how AI, automation and alternative fee models are reshaping small-cap M&A and entrepreneurship through acquisition. In this episode 00:45 Kevin’s path from Big Law to a tech-enabled boutique 01:18 Using ChatGPT “deep research” to replace costly checks and surface hidd...

Join hosts Christopher Pruijsen and Ben Moore for a fascinating conversation with Matthias Smith of Pioneer Capital - an SBA loan advisory expert - on The Savvy Capital Show. In this episode, Matthias breaks down the latest SBA loan changes, sheds light on how tariffs and other economic factors are affecting the M&A landscape, and offers strategic tips for searchers looking to secure SBA finan...

Industrial-analytics entrepreneur turned ETA investor Mario Montag joins The Savvy Capital Show to explain how he scaled Predikto, exited to a Fortune 50 buyer, and now backs search-fund operators through Fruition Capital. In this episode Mario breaks down the human factors that make-or-break deals and shows where today’s AI tools already deliver roughly 4 times productivity gains. In this convers...

We interview John Dickenson, Chief Development Officer at Phynet - one of the largest dermatology platforms in the United States. Discover how Phynet grew to over 300 providers and 125 locations, learn about the shifting M&A landscape in dermatology, and hear John’s take on balancing acquisitions with organic growth in a high-interest-rate environment. This conversation covers recruiting chall...

Join hosts Christopher Pruijsen and Ben Moore on The Savvy Capital Show for an in-depth interview with Eyal Cohen from Pet Resorts Hospitality Group - one of the leading players shaping the rapidly growing pet boarding industry. Discover how Eyal and his team are consolidating this highly fragmented market, creating premium experiences for pets and owners alike, and navigating the operational chal...

Ex‑Navy officer‑turned‑search‑funder Carter Eltzroth shows how AI slashes diligence time while military “ask‑then‑act” leadership and hand‑written outreach win owners’ trust. He breaks down real‑world deal saves, rapid niche sprints in overlooked water infrastructure, and the limits of AI when human relationships drive closings. Follow along with the Searchfunder × AI deep‑dive series at thesavvyc...

In this episode, we're taking a no-nonsense look at how chargeback mitigation is getting a serious upgrade with the brain behind Chargeblast. Born from a personal chargeback nightmare, this breakthrough tech is raising the bar—hitting 98% automation when the rest are stuck at 70%. We dive into real-world tactics like digital receipts, real-time representment, and a solid, numbers-driven approa...

In this episode, we're chatting with Andrés Störmann and Alex Koczor, the duo behind the Smart Senior Living joint venture. They're experts in real estate development, healthcare properties, and turning distressed assets into thriving spaces. Tune in as we dive into their creative approach to converting empty office buildings into smart, community-focused senior housing across Germany. Follow alon...

This interview with Shawn Rodricks, an M&A professional with over 200 transactions to his name in. the veterinary space, joins us for part 2 of our Veterinary Consolidation Deep Dive series. Follow along with the series and read our in-depth industry analysis on https://thesavvycapital.com 01:28 – Vet industry consolidation trends and growth outlook. 05:54 – Regulatory challenges for large vet...

This interview with Nick Uva (Senior Vice President of Business Development at Southern Veterinary Partners) is the first in our Veterinary Consolidation Deep Dive series. Follow along with the series and read our in-depth industry analysis for free on https://thesavvycapital.com00:56 – Transition: Moved from finance/pharma into stable veterinary industry.02:18 – Business Insight: Animal hospitals...

(01:58) Exploring AI's transformative role in regulatory compliance amid increasingly complex regulations. (03:46) Developing AI agents to enhance compliance efficiency and manage extensive policy knowledge. (04:36) Challenges of deploying AI across countries with diverse regulatory frameworks. (05:28) Importance of quality data ecosystems to avoid AI pitfalls like hallucinations or breaches. (06:...

01:16 – Jeremy explains early regulatory shifts with the new US administration and leadership changes. 02:45 – Discussion on bipartisan support for open banking and CFPB’s finalized rule. 03:57 – Jeremy highlights open banking’s broad benefits for fintech, traditional banks, and crypto. 05:31 – Conversation on whether the new administration will deregulate or maintain current rules. 06:58 – Jeremy...

00:50 - 02:30 : Alex explains broker-dealer compliance, private securities transactions, and her transition to startups. 02:30 - 03:40 : Alex discusses her role at a startup working on an ESG investment product and her move to NetCapital. 03:40 - 04:30 : Lessons from compliance at Fidelity and applying them to fintech and crowdfunding. 04:30 - 05:30 : Alex’s motivation—initial plans for law school...

Louie shares his deep expertise on combating financial crime, uncovering how nations like Russia and Iran manipulate trade routes to launder money. From the latest Shadow Fleet cable attacks to innovative compliance strategies, this conversation is packed with insider insights every compliance officer needs to hear. Highlights: 00:00 - Trade Route Tactics: Louie explains how Russia and Iran use co...