Private Equity

Mastering the Art of Deal Sourcing: A Comprehensive Guide for Investment Professionals

In private equity, venture capital, and investment banking, the term ‘deal sourcing’ is more than just jargon—it’s a fundamental practice that can make or break

Private Equity Software: The Tools and Applications Reshaping the Industry

In the high-stakes private equity (PE) arena, where deals are made or broken in the blink of an eye, having the right tools at your

Introducing 4Degrees Campaigns

With competition getting tougher in the private markets, becoming more efficient and building a strong brand is crucial for any firm’s success. To help make

The 10 Best Business Podcasts You Should Be Listening To

Business podcasting has exploded in popularity during the past few years. Ever since the COVID lockdowns, more and more business podcasts have emerged. Unfortunately, many

5 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Buy 4Degrees

If you are reading this article, you likely work at a deal-driven firm in the private markets or other adjacent industries and want to learn

8 Ways Deal-Driven Teams Benefit From a Relationship Intelligence Platform

For deal-driven teams (venture capital, private equity, financial services, real estate, etc.), it’s all about who you know. And keeping track of your network is

How to Find Limited Partners for your Private Equity or Venture Capital Fund

As a GP at a venture capital or private equity fund, you need access to capital, and limited partners (LPs) are the investors who can invest in your fund. Traditionally, raising money from LPs has been a very opaque process, and there is little information available for emerging GPs looking to raise their first funds.

Private Equity Terminology

Private equity is an alternative asset class where general partners from a private equity firm raise funds from limited partners and deploy the LP’s invested

Private Equity During a Recession: Opportunities and Risks

It is late 2022, and economic uncertainty is the topic du jour. With the stock market in bear market territory, record levels of inflation, and a Federal Reserve hell-bend on raising interest rates to get inflation under control, investors are searching for alternative investment opportunities, and some see the private markets as an attractive choice.

What is Relationship Intelligence?

Most deals in the private markets begin with a relationship, making your team’s relationship capital a crucial asset for sourcing quality deals and advancing your portfolio companies. And similar to other types of assets, relationships take time, commitment, and dedication to build and foster.