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Private equity is entering a period of adjustment after decades of expansion fueled by falling interest rates and abundant capital. That long-running tailwind reversed beginning in 2022, when interest rates rose sharply, disrupting deal activity, slowing exits, and bringing renewed attention to a long-standing vulnerability in private markets: liquidity. Industry reports have highlighted softer fundraising,…
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Alts Innovators: AllianceBernstein’s Brent Humphries and Marc Cooper on Private Credit
Private credit has become one of the most significant shifts in modern finance—quietly but rapidly reshaping how private companies access capital. Over the last decade, assets under management in the space have surged from roughly $500 billion to about $2 trillion, fueled by post-crisis regulation, a growing appetite for yield, and the rise of…
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Alts Innovators: Gennaro Leo on Sports Ownership
Welcome to the second episode in our mini-series on the alternative asset market. Gennaro Leo is a sports executive and the co-founder of Austin Sports Ventures, a firm that partners with venture capital and private equity firms to invest in and operate assets across professional sports leagues, teams, and high-growth technology startups. In this…
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Alts Innovators: Joseph Kelly on Bitcoin and Cryptocurrency
After a year that put digital assets back in the headlines, long-term Bitcoin adoption is quietly compounding beneath the noise. Unchained reports helping “many thousands” of clients secure roughly $12B in Bitcoin via collaborative custody, while on-chain “HODL waves” data shows that ~60% of all Bitcoin typically hasn’t moved in a year or more,…
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The Wellness Race: Identity, Psychology, and Business with Brian Von Ancken
From wearable sleep scores to cold plunges and recovery lounges, wellness has moved from a niche pursuit to a cultural status symbol. America’s wellness economy is now valued at $2 trillion, and its influence is no longer confined to gyms and juice bars—it’s shaping identity, social life, and even career choices. But as the…
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Vibes and the Future of Marketing with Adbloom Founder and CEO Andrew Abony
Affiliate marketing is shedding its outdated reputation and entering a new era—one centered on authenticity, emotional resonance, and genuine human connection. As the future of marketing becomes increasingly relationship-driven, this shift is impossible to ignore. In fact, during the 2024 U.S. Cyber Monday, influencers and affiliate marketers were responsible for driving around 20% of…
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Productivity, Happiness and the Future of Remote Work with Steven Puri
Remote work is no longer an experiment, it is a daily reality for millions. Yet, as teams seek focus and fulfillment outside the traditional office, the challenges of productivity and isolation have intensified. Studies show that nearly 70 percent of remote workers struggle with burnout and distractions. Amid this tension, platforms that blend emotional well-being…
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How Predictive AI Is Helping Hospitals Anticipate Admissions and Optimize Emergency Department Throughput
Emergency departments across the U.S. are under unprecedented strain, with overcrowding, staffing shortages, and inpatient bed constraints converging into a throughput crisis. The American Hospital Association reports that hospital capacity and workforce growth have lagged, intensifying delays from arrival to disposition. At the same time, advances in artificial intelligence are moving from experimental to operational—raising…
Why Is the Mission of Benchmark So Important
As pharmaceutical innovation accelerates, the margin for error narrows, making quality assurance not just a regulatory necessity but a public good. Benchmark’s mission sits at the intersection of progress and protection—helping manufacturers stay aligned with FDA standards so life-saving therapies reach patients faster and safer. By keeping cleanrooms compliant and companies out of trouble, Benchmark…
What Is It Like for You to Be Part of the Benchmark Products Teams Now
Being part of the Benchmark Products team today means working at the intersection of precision manufacturing and deeply human collaboration, especially in the high-stakes world of cleanroom and sterility assurance solutions. As the organization grows, employees describe a culture that still feels familial—one where clear communication, personal accountability, and genuine care for customers drive…
Do Your Friends Ever Ask You For Cleaning Tips
In a media landscape increasingly shaped by privacy constraints, data clean rooms have emerged as a quiet but powerful way for brands to collaborate without exposing sensitive information, even if, as Will Sepsis quips, some partners would still prefer that “ignorance is bliss.” That tension—between curiosity and caution—captures the moment we’re in, where understanding…
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Alts Innovators: UT Austin’s Dr. Ken Wiles on Private Equity
Private equity is entering a period of adjustment after decades of expansion fueled by falling interest rates and abundant capital. That long-running tailwind reversed beginning in 2022, when interest rates rose sharply, disrupting deal activity, slowing exits, and bringing renewed attention to a long-standing vulnerability in private markets: liquidity. Industry reports have highlighted softer fundraising,…
Alts Innovators: AllianceBernstein’s Brent Humphries and Marc Cooper on Private Credit
Private credit has become one of the most significant shifts in modern finance—quietly but rapidly reshaping how private companies access capital. Over the last decade, assets under management in the space have surged from roughly $500 billion to about $2 trillion, fueled by post-crisis regulation, a growing appetite for yield, and the rise of…
Alts Innovators: Gennaro Leo on Sports Ownership
Welcome to the second episode in our mini-series on the alternative asset market. Gennaro Leo is a sports executive and the co-founder of Austin Sports Ventures, a firm that partners with venture capital and private equity firms to invest in and operate assets across professional sports leagues, teams, and high-growth technology startups. In this…
Alts Innovators: Joseph Kelly on Bitcoin and Cryptocurrency
After a year that put digital assets back in the headlines, long-term Bitcoin adoption is quietly compounding beneath the noise. Unchained reports helping “many thousands” of clients secure roughly $12B in Bitcoin via collaborative custody, while on-chain “HODL waves” data shows that ~60% of all Bitcoin typically hasn’t moved in a year or more,…
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The Wellness Race: Identity, Psychology, and Business with Brian Von Ancken
From wearable sleep scores to cold plunges and recovery lounges, wellness has moved from a niche pursuit to a cultural status symbol. America’s wellness economy is now valued at $2 trillion, and its influence is no longer confined to gyms and juice bars—it’s shaping identity, social life, and even career choices. But as the…
Vibes and the Future of Marketing with Adbloom Founder and CEO Andrew Abony
Affiliate marketing is shedding its outdated reputation and entering a new era—one centered on authenticity, emotional resonance, and genuine human connection. As the future of marketing becomes increasingly relationship-driven, this shift is impossible to ignore. In fact, during the 2024 U.S. Cyber Monday, influencers and affiliate marketers were responsible for driving around 20% of…
Productivity, Happiness and the Future of Remote Work with Steven Puri
Remote work is no longer an experiment, it is a daily reality for millions. Yet, as teams seek focus and fulfillment outside the traditional office, the challenges of productivity and isolation have intensified. Studies show that nearly 70 percent of remote workers struggle with burnout and distractions. Amid this tension, platforms that blend emotional well-being…
The Lost Art of Heroism with Dr. Scott Allison
For many people, the word “hero” stirs up some resistance. The notion is that heroes exist “out there” in some far away place but not upclose in our lives, and certainly avoiding the possibility that each of us have the opportunity to be a hero, or be heroic in our own way. This conversation with…
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The Secret to Life-Changing Drive With Professional Cyclist and Author Leah Goldstein
Some people have a moment where they answer the call to do something incredibly challenging, and some people make a life out of it. Leah Goldstein is in the second camp. Here is her track record: World champion kickboxer, first-ever female Israeli Defense Force undercover police officer, 1998 duathlon Olympic qualifier, professional cyclist, published author…
Discovering Joy: In Our Spaces, Work and Lives with Joyful Author Ingrid Fetell Lee
As our lives grow more complex, many people find themselves searching for joy amid the hustle of daily routines. Joy isn’t just an elusive emotional high. It has tangible effects on productivity, relationships, and resilience. Studies even show that moments of joy can enhance cognitive flexibility, improve decision-making, and deepen interpersonal connections, offering practical…
Emotional Agility for Decision Making in Business and Life with Lilli Zinaman
High-pressure decision-making often leads to burnout and fear-driven choices, making emotional agility a crucial skill for today’s leaders. According to a recent HSBC study, 28% of U.S. business leaders report feeling paralyzed by uncertainty, preventing them from taking decisive action. Emotional agility, which involves the ability to process and use emotions constructively, creates a…
Status, Culture and the Modern Mind: What Really Drives Our Lives? With Author David Marx
In a world of rapidly advancing technology and global interconnectedness, the internet has reshaped how we view culture, art, and our own social identities. The rise of large language models (LLMs) and social media has made information and trends accessible in a way that some argue dulls originality and stifles creativity. This shift has…
