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Dry Powder: The Private Equity Podcast

Hugh MacArthur, Bain & Company
Private Equity
Inflation
Fundraising
Enterprise Software
Interest Rates
Technology
Pension Funds
Secondaries Market
Impact Investing
Bain & Company
Liquidity
Thoma Bravo
Artificial Intelligence
Sovereign Wealth Funds
Deflation
Investor Relations
TPG
Vista Equity Partners
Consumer Sentiment
Climate

Hugh MacArthur, Chairman of Bain & Company's Global Private Equity practice, interviews leading experts on the trends and opportunities that will redefine the private equity industry.

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Latest Episodes

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Recent Guests

Dipan Patel
Co-Managing Partner and Co-CEO of Permira
Permira
Episode: Scaling Across the Pond w/ Permira’s Dipan Patel
Ian Charles
Managing partner at Arctos Sports Partners, focusing on minority stakes in professional sports
Arctos Partners
Episode: In a League of His Own w/ Arctos' Ian Charles
Will Warren
President of Lexington Partners, a manager of secondary funds and co-investment funds
Lexington Partners
Episode: The Rise and Rise of the Secondary Market w/ Lexington Partners’ Wilson Warren
Pierre-Antoine de Selancy
Co-founder and managing partner of 17Capital
17Capital
Episode: NAV Loans Under the Microscope w/ 17Capital’s Pierre-Antoine de Selancy
Erik Hirsch
Co-CEO of Hamilton Lane, firm focused on private markets solutions
Hamilton Lane
Episode: Warp Speed w/ Hamilton Lane’s Erik Hirsch
Brian Bernasek
Co-Head of Americas Corporate Private Equity at Carlyle
Carlyle Group
Episode: Dry Powder: Live From NEXUS 2025
Deven Parekh
Managing Director at Insight Partners
Insight Partners
Episode: From Startups to Scale-Ups w/ Insight Partners’ Deven Parekh
Jim Coulter
Co-founder and senior leader of TPG
TPG
Episode: Profile of an Industry Innovator w/ TPG’s Jim Coulter
Collin Roche
Co-CEO and Managing Director of GTCR
GTCR
Episode: The Leaders Strategy w/ GTCR’s Collin Roche

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Hugh MacArthur
Chairman of Bain's Global Private Equity Practice, Hugh MacArthur brings extensive experience and knowledge in the private equity sector, focusing on investment trends and market dynamics.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 424 ratings
  • Great content, terrible sound

    Please get Hugh a high-quality microphone and hire a sound editor.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    numerounoh
    United States2 years ago
  • Love it, but…!

    I love the podcast, but I kindly suggest investing in a higher-quality microphone, priced between 50-100 USD. The current static noise makes it challenging to hear the content clearly, requiring the surrounding environment to be extremely quiet. A better microphone would greatly enhance the listening experience.”

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    ungådom
    Norway2 years ago
  • Packs a punch!

    The engaging hosting style of Hugh, quality of the guests he has on, and the strategies and tactics that are covered in such a short amount of time, all make Dry Powder a true standout. Not everyone has 30-60 minutes but everyone can find 10-20 and I promise you won't regret spending that time here. Thanks so much for putting out such a valuable resource, Hugh - keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kjb0514
    United States2 years ago
  • Incredible podcast!

    This podcast is an incredible resource for anyone looking to stay up to date on all things private equity on a global scale. Hugh is a highly knowledgeable and skilled host and clues you into everything you need to know, now.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    maddie@podcastingyou
    United States4 years ago
  • USA

    No don’t Covid:19

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hungnguyeeenc
    Singapore4 years ago

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The podcast is seen as a quick and informative resource for professionals in the private equity field.

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Scaling Across the Pond w/ Permira’s Dipan Patel
Q: What did Permira do to differentiate itself in technology investing given the competition?
Dipan discusses focusing on category-leading businesses, investing in software companies expanding into Europe from the US, and emphasizing long-term product development over short-term margin gains.
Scaling Across the Pond w/ Permira’s Dipan Patel
Q: How has Permira successfully been able to scale its operations in the US over time?
Dipan explains that key to their success has been hiring top talent, building relationships, and taking a slow, methodical approach rather than rushing into the market.
When Impact Investing Reaches Critical Mass w/ TPG’s Steve Ellis
Q: Why do many firms struggle to integrate impact investing as TPG has done?
The commitment from the top of TPG to make impact investing a central part of the firm's identity and the establishment of a structured impact assessment process have been key to TPG's success.
When Impact Investing Reaches Critical Mass w/ TPG’s Steve Ellis
Q: What do you think it's going to take to win in the next decade in impact investing?
Successful impact platforms need to have a global footprint and multiple impact pathways across sectors to ensure resilience and growth.
Private Equity’s Liquidity Wake-Up Call
Q: How do you advise LPs to think about their strategy going forward?
LPs should have structured conversations with their GP partners regarding liquidity plans over the next three years.

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A thought-provoking examination of the evolving landscape of private equity, featuring insights from industry leaders and experts. The discussions often center around pressing topics such as impact investing, liquidity challenges, and the integration of advanced technologies like generative AI into investment strategies. Episodes provide listeners with succinct, actionable insights, making them highly relevant for professionals looking to stay informed on market trends and innovative approaches in private equity. With a focus on both traditional and modern investment strategies, this series sets itself apart by not only analyzing current industry challenges but also exploring future opportunities.

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Recent guests on Dry Powder: The Private Equity Podcast include:

1. Dipan Patel
2. Ian Charles
3. Will Warren
4. Pierre-Antoine de Selancy
5. Erik Hirsch
6. Brian Bernasek
7. Deven Parekh
8. Jim Coulter

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