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Exit Readiness: How to Prepare Your Business for Sale with Andrea Steinbrenner (Ep. 96)

Exit Readiness: How to Prepare Your Business for Sale with Andrea Steinbrenner (Ep. 96)

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Most business owners, when asked about their timeline for exiting their business, often say it will take five years.

When you ask the same question again next year, guess what they say? Five years!

Without proper guidance and planning, you may be tempted to kick the can down the road until it’s too late.

Listen in as Zoe Singh, CFP®, Wealth Advisor at Centura Wealth Advisory, and Andrea Steinbrenner, CEO of Exit Consulting Group, share the process for an effective business exit so you can be ever-ready to transition smoothly into the next chapter of your life.

Zoe and Andrea discuss:

  • The ideal time to start your exit planning for significant tax benefits
  • The three stages of exit readiness
  • Latest market trends affecting the M&A space (especially private equity)
  • The sales process and timeline from initial business valuation to the final transaction
  • How do internal sales (family members, partners, key employees, etc.) differ from external sales (strategic buyer, PE firm, etc.)
  • And more

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About Our Guest:

Andrea Steinbrenner is the Chief Executive Officer at Exit Consulting Group, Inc. (ECG). An experienced, versatile executive who has worked across a multitude of industries throughout her career, Andrea’s objective is to leave businesses better than she finds them and works hard to provide her clients and companies with the best possible outcome.

Andrea began her career in the Midwest, working her way up the managerial ladder in the retail industry. After marrying a naval officer, she attended San Diego State University and earned a Bachelor’s in accounting. She then worked for TGG Accounting, a mid-sized, outsourced accounting firm. And quickly rose through the ranks to become a fractional CFO working in a number of industries, including construction, manufacturing, retail, professional services, financial services, cannabis, hospitality, franchises, and e-commerce sectors, among others. 

Deciding to take her career in a slightly different direction, Andrea became the VP of Operations and grew the company from less than 100 clients to over 250. After receiving an EMBA, Andrea left her position and started Canopy Consulting, a business consulting firm. She was referred to Exit Consulting Group (ECG) as a consultant in 2019 and is transitioning to CEO in October 2022.
Understanding Alternative Investments: Why You Should Look Beyond Stocks and Bonds (Ep. 95)

Understanding Alternative Investments: Why You Should Look Beyond Stocks and Bonds (Ep. 95)

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Alternative investments may offer significant opportunities for superior risk-adjusted returns and portfolio diversification.

Yet, many investors find their portfolios thin of these investments.

In this episode, Centura Wealth Advisory’s Chief Investment Officer, Chris Osmond, CFA, CAIA®, CFP®, talks about the world of alternative investments and their critical role in a high-net-worth portfolio. Tune in and learn how Centura Wealth Advisory (Centura) approaches alternatives based on its overarching investment philosophy.

Chris discusses:

  • Understanding the role of alternative asset classes in a diversified portfolio
  • The “core-satellite” strategy to navigate alternative investments in a risk-controlled manner
  • Centura’s comprehensive due diligence process
  • Where Centura adds significant value compared to competitors
  • And more

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Private Equity Investment Opportunities in India (2023 Edition) With Manu Rikhye (Ep. 79)

Private Equity Investment Opportunities in India (2023 Edition) With Manu Rikhye (Ep. 79)

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With its young population, strong tailwinds, and supportive political regime, India might be the next bright spot for investors.

In this episode, Chris Osmond, Chief Investment Officer speaks with Manu Rikhye, partner at GrowX Venture Management and Merak Ventures, about the Indian investment landscape and how to navigate the risks. Join them to learn about diversifying your portfolio outside of the U.S. markets, especially in private equity.

Chris and Manu discuss:

  • Major trends that are driving private equity investment opportunities in India
  • Sectors in India that are experiencing the most momentum 
  • Increasing interest of US firms in India’s venture capital ecosystem
  • Centura Wealth Advisory’s rigorous approach to due diligence for identifying top-tier asset managers
  • And more

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About Our Guest:

An accomplished professional with 16 years of all‐round contribution in financial services, Manu has extensive experience in the offshoring industry and distressed debt management space – with expertise in core business strategy, M&A, and inspirational leadership. A founding member of the Midland Credit Management India Pvt. Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of US-based Encore Capital Group, he was responsible for strategy, business plans, budgets, and P&L for the India Debt Recovery Operations for Encore’s US, UK and Australia & New Zealand portfolios. In 2015, Manu led the acquisition of Baycorp, a leading debt purchasing and contingency collections company based in Australia and New Zealand. Prior to Encore, Manu has worked with established brands including Global Vantedge and GE Capital International Services.
Opportunities in Private Equity With Jeremy Held of Bow River Capital (Ep. 63)

Opportunities in Private Equity With Jeremy Held of Bow River Capital (Ep. 63)

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The recent market and economic downturn, combined with high inflation and looming interest rates, are forcing investors to consider alternative asset classes.

One such alternative asset class is private equity, which has become highly accessible to individual investors today.

In this episode, Chris Osmond, CFA, CAIA®, CFP®, speaks with Jeremy Held, Managing Director at Bow River Capital, about the benefits of including private equity in your portfolio.

Jeremy discusses:

  • How private equity differs from public equity
  • Why access to private equity is no longer limited to institutional investors
  • How the Bow River Evergreen Fund dispels common myths related to evergreen funds
  • The current and future scope of private equity
  • Centura Wealth Advisory’s comprehensive due diligence process
  • And more

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About Our Guest:

Jeremy Held, CFA, is responsible for Bow River Capital’s registered asset management business including investment oversight, research and product development. Prior to joining Bow River Capital in 2019, Jeremy was the Director of Research and Chief Investment Officer (CIO) at ALPS Advisors, a Denver-based asset manager that specializes in registered fund vehicles focused on real assets and alternative investments. Jeremy began his career at ALPS in 1996 and helped lead a variety of business initiatives over two decades, including the launch of the firm’s asset management business in 2007. As CIO, Jeremy was responsible for manager selection and oversight and was ultimately responsible for all aspects of the ALPS Advisors business, overseeing 44 registered investment companies and more than $20 billion in assets. 

Jeremy graduated from the University of Colorado with a degree in International Business. He is a CFA® charter holder and a member of the CFA Society of Denver. Jeremy is on the board of Principal Real Estate Income Fund and Habitat for Humanity of Metro Denver.
Private Equity Investment Opportunities in India (Ep. 48)

Private Equity Investment Opportunities in India (Ep. 48)

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Do you want to diversify your portfolio by investing outside of the U.S. markets?

If yes, then it is time to take a look at private equity investment opportunities in one of the biggest emerging markets — India. 

In this episode, Derek Myron is joined by Manu Rikhye, partner at GrowX Venture Management. They talk about the emerging sectors in India and how you can invest in early-stage businesses during the different rounds of venture capital funding.

Manu discusses:

  • Why more companies are opting for private equity instead of an IPO
  • Factors that make India an attractive market to invest in today
  • The investment life cycle of a company from idea stage to a large enterprise
  • Mortality rates for early-stage businesses and expected returns if they succeed.
  • And more

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Connect With Manu Rikhye:

Connect With Centura Wealth Advisory:

About Our Guest:

An accomplished professional with 16 years of all‐round contribution in financial services, Manu has extensive experience in the offshoring industry and distressed debt management space – with expertise in core business strategy, M&A, and inspirational leadership. A founding member of the Midland Credit Management India Pvt. Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of US-based Encore Capital Group, he was responsible for strategy, business plans, budgets, and P&L for the India Debt Recovery Operations for Encore’s US, UK and Australia & New Zealand portfolios. In 2015, Manu led the acquisition of Baycorp, a leading debt purchasing and contingency collections company based in Australia and New Zealand. Prior to Encore, Manu has worked with established brands including Global Vantedge and GE Capital International Services.

 

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