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The Dealmakers Desk

The Dealmakers Desk

Written by: Jay Holmes
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The Dealmakers Desk is where today’s private equity leaders share their journeys, philosophies, and strategies for building the next generation of firms.

Produced by CAN Media Group, this showcase series highlights members of The Capital Alliance Network and broader ecosystem — GPs, investors, and entrepreneurs who are shaping the future of capital.

Each episode brings listeners inside the minds of dealmakers navigating the complexities of fundraising, acquisitions, and growth — without the noise of returns or solicitation. Instead, the focus is on candid storytelling, leadership lessons, and the frameworks that define great investors.

Whether you’re an fund manager, an entrepreneur raising capital, or a professional curious about the private equity ecosystem, The Dealmakers Desk gives you an authentic, behind-the-scenes look at how emerging leaders are writing their playbooks.

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Episodes
  • Bridging Family Offices, Private Equity & Investment Banking with Sam Kelly

    Bridging Family Offices, Private Equity & Investment Banking with Sam Kelly
    Sep 26 2024

    In this episode. Jay Holmes interviews Sam Kelly, managing partner at Salomon Gideon Capital. Sam shares his inspirational journey from Virginia State University through the ranks at Merrill Lynch into investment banking. He discusses his strategic insights into innovative investment structures, family offices, and providing high-quality deals to retail investors. Sam delves into his personal background, pivotal books that shaped him, and the significance of adding value and relationship building in business development.

    Connect with us:

    ➡️ Jay Holmes on Linkedin

    ➡️ Sam Kelly on Linkedin

    ➡️ Sign up here: The Capital Alliance Network

    ➡️ The Capital Alliance Network on Linkedin

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    40 mins
  • The Ins & Outs of Private Equity M&A with Brian Shields

    The Ins & Outs of Private Equity M&A with Brian Shields
    Sep 4 2024

    "If you're doing good work, you should be able to do that work in the way that you want to."

    In this episode, Jay Holmes welcomes Brian Shields, a prolific M&A advisor and investor with a remarkable journey from high finance to operational leadership. Brian shares his experiences, insights, and strategies that have shaped his extraordinary career. His engaging discussion covers the intricacies of private equity, the importance of hands-on operations, and navigating the challenges faced by business owners.

    Connect with us:

    ➡️ Jay Holmes on Linkedin

    ➡️ Brian Shields on Linkedin

    ➡️ Sign up here: The Capital Alliance Network

    ➡️ The Capital Alliance Network on Linkedin

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    45 mins
  • Real Estate Investing Journey to $300M+ AUM with Clive Davis

    Real Estate Investing Journey to $300M+ AUM with Clive Davis
    Aug 28 2024

    "Once you get that first deal under your belt, you become a proven commodity, a proven player in the market, and those subsequent deals start coming a little more easily."

    In this episode, Jay Holmes is joined by Clive Davis, illustrating his early exposure to real estate through his parents' rental property in Queens, New York. Clive explains the transition from handling small residential units to managing large-scale multifamily properties. With his legal expertise and corporate experience, Clive discusses how he started Park Royal Capital and grew it to a firm capable of handling multimillion-dollar real estate investments.

    Connect with us:

    ➡️ Jay Holmes on Linkedin

    ➡️ Clive Davis on Linkedin

    ➡️ Sign up here: The Capital Alliance Network

    ➡️ The Capital Alliance Network on Linkedin

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    40 mins
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