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The Horror Heals PodcastFrom Shy Kid to Eisner Nominee: The Healing Power of MonstersIn this episode of Horror Heals, Corey and Kendall welcome Eisner Award-nominated horror comic book writer Jim Ousley. From his love of Universal monster movies to creating stories that tackle societal issues, Jim takes us on a journey through his lifelong connection to horror, comics, and the creative process. The episode explores the intersection of horror, healing, and humor, with anecdotes from Jim and Corey’s time in a sketch comedy troupe, insights into the dynamics of horror conventions, and the profound impact of art on personal and societal healing.From Shy Kid to Eisner Nominee: The He...
2024-11-2125 min
The Horror Heals PodcastFrom Shy Kid to Eisner Nominee: The Healing Power of MonstersIn this episode of Horror Heals, Corey and Kendall welcome Eisner Award-nominated horror comic book writer Jim Ousley. From his love of Universal monster movies to creating stories that tackle societal issues, Jim takes us on a journey through his lifelong connection to horror, comics, and the creative process. The episode explores the intersection of horror, healing, and humor, with anecdotes from Jim and Corey’s time in a sketch comedy troupe, insights into the dynamics of horror conventions, and the profound impact of art on personal and societal healing.From Shy Kid to Eisner Nominee: The He...
2024-11-2125 min
EisnerAmper PodcastEngaging Alternatives Spotlight: AI and Technology Venture Growth InvestingIn this episode of Engaging Alternatives Spotlight, Elana Margulies-Snyderman, Director, Publications, speaks with Al Tarar, CEO, Founder and Managing Partner of Quartus Capital Partners LLC, which specializes in scaling growth-stage AI and technology ventures. He shares his outlook for investing in those ventures, including the greatest opportunities and challenges. He also shares how the firm integrates ESG/DEI and more.
2024-11-0707 min
EisnerAmper PodcastBreaking Ground: Life Cycles, Due Diligence, and Grit: How to Succeed as a Real EstateIn this episode, we sit down with Jonathan Glick, the founder and managing partner of Incubation Capital Partners LLC (INCUCAP). Jonathan and his team serve as a one-stop shop for entrepreneurial real estate managers, offering cohesive solutions across financial capital, human capital, and institutional best practices. We explore the current market landscape, the life cycle of real estate deals, and the qualities Jonathan seeks in the entrepreneurs he funds. Whether you’re a seasoned investor or just starting out, this episode provides valuable insights for anyone looking to make their mark in the real estate industry.
2024-03-0121 minEisnerAmper PodcastVenture Capital Investing in TechnologyIn this episode of Engaging Alternatives Spotlight, Elana Margulies-Snyderman, Director, Publications, EisnerAmper, speaks with Or Haviv, Partner & Head of Global Innovation at Arieli Capital, a venture capital firm that invests in technology. Or shares his outlook for VC investing in technology companies, including the greatest opportunities and challenges, how the firm is integrating ESG and DEI and more.
2023-08-1016 min
EisnerAmper PodcastOutlook for Private Equity and M&A for the Remainder of 2023In this episode of Private Equity Dealbook, Elana Margulies Snyderman, Director, Publications, speaks with Ariel Fischman, Director at 414 Capital, an investment banking and advisory firm. Ariel shares his outlook for the private equity industry for the remainder of this year and M&A activity amid the current macroeconomic environment, including how the environment has impacted transactions, deal valuations, due diligence and more. He also shares his thoughts on how ESG continues to become more prominent in evaluating companies.
2023-08-0909 minEisnerAmper PodcastOutlook for Investing in Closed End FundsIn this episode of Engaging Alternatives Spotlight, Elana Margulies-Snyderman, Director, Publications, EisnerAmper, speaks with John Cole Scott, President & CIO of Closed End Fund Advisors, a Richmond, Virginia-based manager of managers. John shares his outlook for investing in closed end funds, including the greatest opportunities and challenges, how the firm is integrating ESG and DEI and more.
2023-08-0312 min
EisnerAmper PodcastHow One Organization Is Helping Startups eMerge—and Transforming the Local Tech LandscapeFounding executive team member and president of eMerge Americas Melissa Medina has a conversation with EisnerAmper's Technology and Life Sciences professional Fritz Spencer about bringing together diverse and innovative startups from around the world—and making critical connections with local founders. In this TechTalk episode, Melissa also reveals the traits that make founders and their ventures successful.
2023-07-3126 min
EisnerAmper PodcastData Analytics for the Cannabis IndustryIn this episode of CannaCast, Eric Altstadter, Partner and leader of EisnerAmper’s Cannabis and Hemp Group, speaks with Beau Whitney of Whitney Economics about some of the key metrics for the cannabis industry and where those metrics are currently trending.
2023-07-3128 min
EisnerAmper PodcastIntelligent Augmentation: Freeing the Human Experience w/ Gopal RajagopalanTechTonic is a podcast series brought to you by Aimann Rasheed, one of EisnerAmper's digital transformation specialists, who guides listeners through seemingly complex topics relating to technology and their use cases. In this episode, we discuss how digital transformation has been an integral part of the Telecom industry and how operations have evolved over the last few decades.
2023-07-2642 minEisnerAmper PodcastOutlook for Sustainability InvestingIn this episode of Engaging Alternatives Spotlight, Elana Margulies-Snyderman, Director, Publications, EisnerAmper, speaks with Whitney Sweeney, Investment Director, Sustainability, Schroders’ Global Sustainable Investment Team. Whitney shares her outlook for sustainability investing, including the greatest opportunities and challenges, her experience being a woman in the industry and more.
2023-07-2013 minEisnerAmper PodcastPE Impact Investing in Lower Middle Market Technology & Business ServicesIn this episode of Engaging Alternatives Spotlight, Elana Margulies-Snyderman, Director, Publications, EisnerAmper, speaks with Justin Kulla, Partner, Head of ESG and Impact Investing at TZP Group, a private equity firm focused on investing in lower middle market technology and business services and consumer products and services companies in the U.S. and Canada. Justin shares his outlook for impact investing in those spaces, including the greatest opportunities and challenges, how the firm incorporates DEI and more.
2023-07-1313 minEisnerAmper PodcastWomen-Led Private Equity InvestingIn this episode of Engaging Alternatives Spotlight, Elana Margulies-Snyderman, Director, Publications, EisnerAmper, speaks with Jesmane Boggenpoel, Managing Partner, AIH Capital, a black women-owned private equity fund based in South Africa. Jesmane, also a published author who wrote a book on racial reconciliation, diversity and inclusion called “My Blood Divides and Unites,” shares her outlook for PE investing, including the greatest opportunities and challenges, how the firm is integrating ESG, her experience being a woman in the industry and more.
2023-07-0609 minEisnerAmper PodcastThe Real Estate Market for the Cannabis IndustryIn this episode of CannaCast, Eric Altstadter, Partner and leader of EisnerAmper’s Cannabis and Hemp Group, speaks with Colby Piper and Darren Chandler Jr. of RIPCO Real Estate about the current real estate market for the Cannabis Industry.
2023-06-3016 minEisnerAmper PodcastNatural Resources InvestingIn this episode of Engaging Alternatives Spotlight, Elana Margulies-Snyderman, Director, Publications, EisnerAmper, speaks with Matt Geiger, Managing Partner at MJG Capital Fund LP, a limited partnership specializing in natural resource investments. Matt shares his outlook for investing in metals and mining, including the greatest opportunities and challenges, how the firm is integrating ESG, DEI and more.
2023-06-2909 minEisnerAmper PodcastEvolution of Cybersecurity - Are threats getting more advanced? w/ Ray SorianoTechTonic is a podcast series brought to you by Aimann Rasheed, one of EisnerAmper's digital transformation specialists, who guides listeners through seemingly complex topics relating to technology and their use cases. In this episode, we discuss how cybersecurity has evolved over the years and how companies today have to stay on top of the latest technology to ensure that their systems stay secure, without sacrificing innovation.
2023-06-2833 minEisnerAmper PodcastPE Investing in Upper Mid-Market Sub Saharan African CompaniesIn this episode of Engaging Alternatives Spotlight, Elana Margulies-Snyderman, Director, Publications, EisnerAmper, speaks with Aubrey Sibanyoni, CEO of Herakles Investment Partners, a growth private equity firm focused on investing in attractive upper mid-market Sub Saharan African companies. Aubrey shares with us the outlook for PE investing in those companies, including the greatest opportunities and challenges, how the firm is integrating ESG and DEI and more.
2023-06-2205 min
EisnerAmper PodcastKey SALT Considerations for Remote EmployeesIn this episode of The Bottom Line Podcast, Tim Schuster, EisnerAmper Senior Manager, is joined by Andria Siciliano, EisnerAmper Director in the State and Local Tax Group. The two discuss employter considerations when hiring remote workers and the potential tax impact. The pair also discusses nexus and the possible tax exposure.
2023-06-1604 minEisnerAmper PodcastGlobal Macro Investing in Emerging Markets Debt Asset ClassesIn this episode of Engaging Alternatives Spotlight, Elana Margulies-Snyderman, Director, Publications, EisnerAmper, speaks with Michael Cirami, Managing Director and Portfolio Manager at Artisan Partners’ EMSights Capital Group, the firm’s newest autonomous investment franchise focused on active, differentiated strategies with broad exposure to emerging markets debt asset classes. Michael shares the outlook for global macro investing in emerging markets debt asset classes including the greatest opportunities and challenges, including how the firm is integrating ESG and DEI and more.
2023-06-1508 minEisnerAmper PodcastOutlook for Private Equity and M&A for Remainder of 2023In this episode of Private Equity Dealbook, Elana Margulies-Snyderman, Director, Publications, EisnerAmper, speaks with Cory Markling, Partner in EisnerAmper’s Transaction Advisory Services Group based in the Minneapolis office. Cory shares his outlook for the private equity industry and M&A activity for the remainder of this year amid the current macroeconomic environment, including how the climate has impacted transactions, deal valuations, due diligence and more. He also shares his thoughts on how ESG continues to become more prominent in evaluating companies.
2023-06-1411 minEisnerAmper PodcastAn All-in-One Technology Platform for the Cannabis IndustryIn this episode of CannaCast, Eric Altstadter, Partner and Leader of EisnerAmper’s Cannabis and Hemp Group, speaks with Anne Forkutza, Head of Market Expansion & Industry Relations at Dutchie, an all-in-one technology platform for cannabis dispensaries. The two discuss Dutchie and how it helps dispensaries operate and grow.
2023-06-0926 minEisnerAmper PodcastActive Growth Equity & Fixed Income InvestingIn this episode of Engaging Alternatives Spotlight, Elana Margulies-Snyderman, Director, Publications, EisnerAmper, speaks with Liridon Gila, Co-CIO/ Portfolio Manager at Sawgrass Asset Management, a Jacksonville, Florida based active growth equity and fixed income investment manager. Liridon shares his outlook for investing, including the greatest opportunities and challenges, how the firm is integrating ESG and DEI and more.
2023-06-0808 minEisnerAmper PodcastInvesting in Life SettlementsIn this episode of Engaging Alternatives Spotlight, Elana Margulies-Snyderman, Director, Publications, EisnerAmper, speaks with Steve Luongo, Chief Investment Officer, AIR Asset Management, a Chicago-based hedge fund management firm focused on investing in life settlements, private credit and annuities. Steve shares his outlook for investing in life settlements, including the greatest opportunities and challenges, how the firm is integrating ESG and DEI and more.
2023-06-0111 minEisnerAmper PodcastAudit, Financial Scandals, and Emerging Technology with Jerry RaviTechTonic is a podcast series brought to you by Aimann Rasheed, one of EisnerAmper's digital transformation specialists, who guides listeners through seemingly complex topics relating to technology and their use cases. In this episode we sat down with Jerry Ravi, practice leader for EisnerAmper Digital to discuss how emerging technology is changing the auditing world in positive ways, but also some new areas of concern auditors should be aware of.
2023-05-3133 minEisnerAmper PodcastOutlook for Fixed-Income and Equities InvestingIn this episode of Engaging Alternatives Spotlight, Elana Margulies-Snyderman, Director, Publications, EisnerAmper, speaks with Ben Nye, Portfolio Manager, Narwhal Capital Management, an Atlanta-based investment manager. Ben shares his outlook for investing, including the greatest opportunities and challenges, how the firm is integrating ESG and DEI and more.
2023-05-2512 minEisnerAmper PodcastChinese Managed FuturesIn this episode of Engaging Alternatives Spotlight, Elana Margulies-Snyderman, Director, Publications, EisnerAmper, speaks with Matt Bradbard, Managing Director at RCM China, a niche investment firm that pairs investors with commodities based alternative investments. Matt shares with us his outlook for investing in Chinese managed futures, including the greatest opportunities and challenges, how offshore investors can access them and more.
2023-05-1810 minEisnerAmper PodcastCrypto Quantitative TradingIn this episode of Engaging Alternatives Spotlight, Elana Margulies-Snyderman, Director, Publications, EisnerAmper, speaks with Barnali Biswal, CIO of Atitlan Asset Management, a U.K.-based crypto specialist asset manager with a focus on quantitative strategies and a market neutral bias. Barnali shares her outlook for investing in this space including the greatest opportunities and challenges, her experience being a woman investment manager in the industry and more.
2023-05-1111 minEisnerAmper PodcastDigital Transformation & AI with Jason JulianoTechTonic is a podcast series brought to you by Aimann Rasheed, one of EisnerAmper's digital transformation consultants, who guides listeners through seemingly complex topics relating to technology and their use cases. In this kick-off episode, we discuss how digital transformation and AI are changing the business as we know it operates.
2023-05-0728 minEisnerAmper PodcastESG Global Infrastructure Investing in Latin America and the CaribbeanIn this episode of Engaging Alternatives Spotlight, Elana Margulies-Snyderman, Director, Publications, EisnerAmper, speaks with Marc Frishman, Managing Partner of Exagon Impact Capital, an ESG-oriented global infrastructure firm investing in Latin America and the Caribbean. Marc shares his outlook for ESG global infrastructure investing in Latin America and the Caribbean, including the greatest opportunities and challenges, how the firm is integrating DEI and more.
2023-05-0411 min
EisnerAmper PodcastAre You Cyber Secure?In this EisnerAmper podcast, Rahul Mahna, partner and leader of EisnerAmper’s Outsourced IT Services, discusses the increasing occurrence of cyber threats—both from outside and inside an organization. He explains why regular training is the best defense, the role of cyber liability insurance and more.
2023-05-0309 minEisnerAmper PodcastHow an Underdog Startup Came Out on Top In this TechTalk episode, Jordan has a conversation with EisnerAmper's East Coast Technology and Life Sciences professional Fritz Spencer about continually getting written off—and then rewriting the playbook to secure funding for the leading productivity app. Jordan also addresses the impact of the collapse of SVB on the startup community and shares valuable advice he received.
2023-04-2819 minEisnerAmper PodcastA Lawyer’s View on the Cannabis IndustryIn this episode of CannaCast, Eric Altstadter, Partner and leader of EisnerAmper’s Cannabis and Hemp Group, speaks with Andrew Cooper, Partner-in-Charge of the Health Care and Cannabis & Psychedelics Practice Groups at Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP, a unique and innovative full-service law firm, about the issues cannabis companies and entrepreneurs should consider.
2023-04-2822 minEisnerAmper PodcastU.S. Long/Short Growth Equity InvestingIn this episode of Engaging Alternatives Spotlight, Elana Margulies-Snyderman, Director, Publications, EisnerAmper, speaks with Scott Storkamp at Morgens, Waterfall, a New York-based U.S. long/short growth equity firm. Scott shares his outlook for long/short growth investing, including the greatest opportunities and challenges and more.
This is an informational presentation and does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation to purchase any securities of any vehicle or product managed by Morgens, Waterfall, Vintiadis & Company, Inc. ("MW") and therefore may not be relied upon in connection with any offer or sale of securities. This is not an...
2023-04-2708 minEisnerAmper PodcastBenefit Plan M&A: M&A Impact on Plan ParticipantsIn the final episode of our three part series on benefit plan M&A, Denise Finney of EisnerAmper and Chris Hueth of Raymond James highlight the key considerations for plan fiduciaries need to consider when guiding benefit plan participants.
2023-04-2509 minEisnerAmper PodcastVenture Capital Investing in CryptoIn this episode of Engaging Alternatives Spotlight, Elana Margulies-Snyderman, Director, Publications, EisnerAmper, speaks with Will Reid, Investment Analyst at Pantera Capital, one of the largest crypto-focused venture capital firms. Will shares his outlook for venture capital investing in crypto including the greatest opportunities, challenges and more.
2023-04-2008 minEisnerAmper PodcastBenefit Plan M&A: M&A Impact on Benefit Plan OperationsIn the second of our three part series on employee benefit plan M&A, Denise Finney of EisnerAmper and Chris Hueth of Raymond James address the implications of plan mergers and terminations on how plan sponsors operate on a day to day basis.
2023-04-1809 minEisnerAmper PodcastLower Midcap European Private Equity InvestingIn this episode of Engaging Alternatives Spotlight, Elana Margulies-Snyderman, Director, Publications, EisnerAmper, speaks with Karen O’Mahony, Managing Partner, PEAL Capital Partners, a female led lower midcap European private equity firm with a focus on diversity and inclusion. Karen shares with us her outlook for investing in lower midcap PE, including the greatest opportunities and challenges, including how the firm integrates ESG. She also shares her experience being a woman investment manager in the industry.
2023-04-1310 minEisnerAmper PodcastPrivate Equity Investing in Cloud Computing and Managed IT ServicesIn this episode of Private Equity Dealbook, Elana Margulies-Snyderman, Director, Publications, speaks with Sean Frank, CIO and Founder of Cloud Equity Group, a private equity firm that invests in, acquires or lends funds to startup, emerging, established or distressed companies in the cloud computing and managed IT services space. Sean shares his outlook for investing in those sectors, how if at all higher interest rates and the strong U.S. dollar has impacted the firm’s ability to finance leveraged equity investments in and bolt-on acquisitions for portfolio companies, how the economy impacted the financial and operating performance of th...
2023-04-1209 minEisnerAmper PodcastBenefit Plan M&A: M&A Considerations
In the first of three-part series on employee benefit plan M&A, Denise Finney of EisnerAmper and Chris Hueth of Raymond James discuss trends in the M&A marketing and items plan sponsors should consider when merger benefit plans.
2023-04-0504 minEisnerAmper PodcastETF Investing in Women CEOsIn this episode of Engaging Alternatives Spotlight, Elana Margulies-Snyderman, Director, Publications, EisnerAmper, speaks with Patricia Lizarraga, Managing Partner, Hypatia Capital, which manages an ETF that invests in women CEOs. Patricia shares her outlook for investing in female CEOs, including the greatest opportunities and challenges, how the firm is integrating ESG, her experience being a woman in the industry and more.
2023-03-3006 minEisnerAmper PodcastPaving the Way: Climate Tech Startup Pivots to Advance its MissionCEO and Founder of Carbon Limit Tim Sperry is committed to being part of something bigger than himself. In this TechTalk episode, Tim has a conversation with EisnerAmper's East Coast Technology and Life Sciences professional Fritz Spencer about his “passion project” and how an unexpected pivot helped position his startup at the forefront of a major environmental issue.
2023-03-2812 minEisnerAmper PodcastThoughts from a Cannabis Investor
In this episode of CannaCast, Eric Altstadter, Partner and leader of EisnerAmper’s Cannabis and Hemp Group, speaks with John Lykouretzos, the Chief Executive Officer of Focus Growth Asset Management LP, an investor in the cannabis industry. The two discuss the capital needs of the industry and the experiences of a cannabis investor.
2023-03-2421 minEisnerAmper PodcastLower Middle Market InvestingIn this episode of Engaging Alternatives Spotlight, Elana Margulies-Snyderman, Director, Publications, EisnerAmper, speaks with Mike Trihy, Portfolio Manager at Bow River Capital, a Colorado-based lower middle market manager. Mike shares with us his outlook for lower middle market investing, including the greatest opportunities and challenges, how the firm is integrating ESG and DEI and more.
2023-03-2311 minEisnerAmper PodcastReal Estate Investing for Climate ChangeIn this episode of Engaging Alternatives Spotlight, Elana Margulies-Snyderman, Director, Publications, EisnerAmper, speaks with Rajeev Ranade, Partner, Climate Core Capital, a New York-based real estate investment manager that seeks to minimize climate risk. Rajeev shares his outlook for investing via climate risk, including the greatest opportunities and challenges, how the firm is embracing ESG and more.
2023-03-1606 minEisnerAmper PodcastTax Tips and Considerations When Relocating to a New StateIn this episode of The Bottom Line Podcast, Jeffrey Parker, Partner and National Co-Leader of EisnerAmper's Private Client Services Group, is joined by Tim Schuster, EisnerAmper Senior Manager. The two discuss Tim's recent experience with relocating to a different state, the crucial tax considerations you don't want to miss when moving, and how to properly handle the change with your employer.
2023-03-1505 min
EisnerAmper PodcastThe Failure of Silicon Valley Bank ExplainedIn this special podcast episode, Alan Wink, managing director for EisnerAmper's Capital Markets, examines the collapse of Silicon Valley and Signature banks. He looks at the underlying causes, possible ripple effects, what it means for depositors and the technology ecosystem, possible buyers for the banks and much more.
2023-03-1411 minEisnerAmper PodcastPrivate Equity Impact InvestingIn this episode of Engaging Alternatives Spotlight, Elana Margulies-Snyderman, Director, Publications, EisnerAmper, speaks with Radhika Shroff, managing director, private equity impact investing at Nuveen, a global investment manager and wholly owned subsidiary of TIAA. Radhika shares with us her outlook for private equity impact investing, including the greatest opportunities and challenges, her experience being a woman investment manager in the industry, and more.
2023-03-0911 minEisnerAmper PodcastImpact Investing in Underinvested CommunitiesIn this episode of Engaging Alternatives Spotlight, Elana Margulies-Snyderman, Director, Publications, EisnerAmper, speaks with George Ashton, President of LISC Fund Management, a Washington, D.C.-based investment firm that manages and deploys impact capital into businesses and real estate investments in underinvested communities across the country.
George shares with us his outlook for impact investing in underinvested communities including the greatest opportunities and challenges, how the firm integrates DEI and more.
2023-03-0208 minEisnerAmper PodcastCommunication with Third Party Administrators and Plan ChangesIn the final episode of EisnerAmper’s three part series on top employee benefit plan audit issues, Brenda and Mark discuss the importance of communication between the plan sponsor and third party administrators, as well as how to effectively work with your auditors and plan administrators.
2023-03-0110 minEisnerAmper PodcastHelping Entrepreneurs Shine Bright in the Sunshine State
Manager of 35 Mules Danielle Mousseau leads the first in-house innovation hub backed by a global energy leader. In this TechTalk episode, Danielle has a conversation with EisnerAmper's West Coast Technology and Life Sciences Practice Leader Amar Bhatkhande about how this unique Florida-based innovation hub is helping early-stage entrepreneurs from around the world.
2023-02-2812 min
EisnerAmper PodcastUnderstanding LIFO Accounting for the Food and Beverage IndustryOn this inaugural episode of Insights À La Carte, an EisnerAmper Food and Beverage Podcast, Rich Colloca, Partner and the firm's National Food and Beverage Practice Leader, and Kevin Nardone, Director in the firm's Private Client Services Group, are joined by Bob Richardson, Vice President of LIFO-PRO. The three cover the basics of last-in, first- out (“LIFO”) accounting and the real-world benefits and tax implications food and beverage businesses leaders need to know about this method.
2023-02-2727 minEisnerAmper PodcastVenture Capital Investing in B2B SoftwareIn this episode of Engaging Alternatives Spotlight, Elana Margulies-Snyderman, Director, Publications, EisnerAmper, speaks with Kristen Phillips, Executive Director, Golden Section, a Houston-based studio and venture capital fund with a focus on B2B software.
She shares her outlook for VC investing in B2B software, including the greatest opportunities and challenges, her experience being a woman investment manager in the industry, and how the firm is integrating ESG, DEI and more.
2023-02-2314 minEisnerAmper PodcastExperiences of a Female CBD RetailerIn this episode of CannaCast, Eric Altstadter, Partner and leader of EisnerAmper’s Cannabis and Hemp Group, speaks with Beryl Solomon Jackowitz, founder and CEO of “Poplar, Your Modern Drugstore,” an e-commerce marketplace selling a curated assortment of hemp-derived CBD products that launched in 2018. The two discuss the importance of branding and the experiences of a cannabis influencer.
2023-02-2222 minEisnerAmper PodcastOutlook for Private Equity and M&A in 2023
In this episode of Private Equity Dealbook, Elana Margulies Snyderman, Director, Publications, speaks with Peter Weinbach, Managing Director, Bentley Associates, a New York-based investment bank for middle market and growth companies. He shares his outlook for the private equity industry this year and M&A activity amid the current macroeconomic environment, including how the environment has impacted transactions, deal valuations, due diligence and more. He also shares his thoughts on how ESG continues to become more prominent in evaluating companies.
2023-02-1612 minEisnerAmper PodcastInvestor Appetite for Alternative Investment FundsIn this episode of Engaging Alternatives Spotlight, Elana Margulies-Snyderman, Director, Publications, EisnerAmper, speaks with Audrey Weitz, managing director at New York-based Old City Investment Partners. She shares her outlook for investor appetite for alternative investment funds including the greatest opportunities and challenges, her experience being a woman investment manager in the industry and how she is inspiring other women to go into finance.
2023-02-1507 minEisnerAmper PodcastGetting Proactive About Cyber Security with Remote EmployeesOn this episode of The Bottom Line, Tim Schuster, Senior Manager in EisnerAmper’s Private Client Services Group, is joined by Rahul Mahna, Partner and leader of the the firm’s Outsourced IT Services team. The two discuss the impact of remote work on IT security, the risks business leaders need to be aware of, as well as best practices and preventive measures to minimize risk.
2023-02-1406 minEisnerAmper PodcastThe Importance of Reconciling Information and Discrepancy Next StepsIn the second episode of EisnerAmper’s three-part series on the top employee benefit plan audit issues, Brenda DeSaro and Mark Deters discuss census and payroll inconsistencies, as well as dealing with discrepancies in the plan audit.
2023-02-0911 minEisnerAmper PodcastAgricultural InvestingIn this episode of Engaging Alternatives Spotlight, Elana Margulies-Snyderman, Director, Publications, EisnerAmper, speaks with Shonda Warner, Managing Partner, Chess Ag Full Harvest Partners, an asset management firm focused on agricultural investment opportunities. Shonda shares her outlook for agricultural investing, including the greatest opportunities and challenges, her experience being a woman investment manager in the industry, how the firm is embracing DEI and more.
2023-02-0209 minEisnerAmper PodcastThe Impact of Understaffing and Employee TurnoverIn the first of three episodes from EisnerAmper, Brenda DeSaro, Director in the Firm’s Pension Services Group and Mark Deters, Managing Director - Retirement Solutions for Creative Planning, look at the impact of understaffing and the Great Resignation on benefit plan audits.
2023-02-0107 minEisnerAmper PodcastSinging to a New Tune: A Cautionary Tale on Ownership TransitionCEO of The Singing Machine Company Gary Atkinson has taken his company through multiple funding rounds and a successful ownership transition. In this “TechTalk” episode, Gary has a conversation with EisnerAmper's East Coast Technology and Life Sciences professional Fritz Spencer. The pair talk about consumer trends and business strategy, public company financing and an ownership transition that includes an insightful cautionary tale.
2023-01-3123 minEisnerAmper PodcastThe Impact of PR on the Cannabis SectorIn this episode of CannaCast, Eric Altstadter, Partner and leader of EisnerAmper’s Cannabis and Hemp Group, speaks with Jordan Isenstadt, SVP and leader of the Cannabis Practice at Marino, a full-service PR and marketing firm. The two discuss the importance of strategic communications for cannabis, the tenets of a sound PR plan, and how savvy business leaders are communicating to spark business growth.
2023-01-2522 min
EisnerAmper PodcastHow to Know If ESG Strategies Are Right for Your BusinessYou’ve likely heard the acronym ESG mentioned countless times recently, but maybe you aren’t sure that the strategies involved make sense for your business. In this episode of ESG In Focus, Lourenco Miranda and Danielle Barrs discuss ESG strategies, what benefits they offer, and how middle market companies can make the most of these efforts.
2023-01-2445 minEisnerAmper PodcastVenture Capital Investing in FinTechIn this episode of Engaging Alternatives Spotlight, Elana Margulies-Snyderman, Director, Publications, EisnerAmper, speaks with Rachel ten Brink, General Partner of Red Bike Capital, a Latina-led seed stage fund based in New York investing in fintech, ecommerce infrastructure and future of consumer. Rachel shares her outlook for investing in those areas, including the greatest opportunities and challenges, her experience being a woman investment manager in the industry, how the firm is embracing DEI and more.
2023-01-1910 minEisnerAmper PodcastReal Estate Impact of Remote WorkersAmy Menist joins Tim Schuster on The Bottom Line, where they discuss the top trends in real estate market due to the rise in remote workers. This podcast also discusses what employees and employers should be considering regarding purchasing versus renting spaces or houses.
2023-01-1808 minEisnerAmper PodcastDigital Assets InvestingIn this episode of Engaging Alternatives Spotlight, Elana Margulies-Snyderman, Director, Publications, EisnerAmper, speaks with David Siemer, CEO of Wave Financial, an over $1 billion digital asset manager based in Santa Monica. During the podcast recorded on November 8th, 2022, a notable day in the crypto industry, David shares with us his outlook for digital assets including the greatest opportunities and challenges he faces. He also addresses how the firm integrates DEI.
2023-01-0505 minEisnerAmper PodcastTop Legal Trends for Cannabis Business in 2023In this episode of CannaCast, Eric Altstadter, Partner and leader of EisnerAmper’s Cannabis and Hemp Group, speaks with Neil Kaufman, Managing Member of Kaufman McGowan, PLLC, and one of Cannabis Law Report’s top cannabis lawyers. The two take a deep dive into some of the legal issues, trends, and developments industry leaders need to know going into the new year, from both federal and local levels.
2022-12-2221 minEisnerAmper PodcastUnderstanding ESG Ratings and How to Measure for ThemWith an alphabet soup of ESG standards and no final word yet from the SEC on their proposed disclosure rules it's really easy to get confused. It's normal to ask, what do I need to measure? Do I need to measure everything? And to feel completely overwhelmed. Listen in as Lourenco Miranda, Managing Director, Danielle Barrs, Director, and Charles Waring, Partner, of EisnerAmper’s ESG and Sustainability services discuss what you really need to measure and give some tips on how to do it.
2022-12-2131 min
EisnerAmper PodcastFood and Beverage Manufacturing Insights for 2023As the food and beverage industry continues to command change and innovation to meet consumer wants and needs, it is paramount that leaders have the right tools to stay ahead of the curve. In this episode of ManuFacts and Perspectives, Travis Epp, Partner-in-Charge of EisnerAmper’s Manufacturing and Distribution Group, is joined by Richard Colloca, EisnerAmper Partner and National Food and Beverage Practice Leader, and Michael J. O’Donnell, President and CEO of The Belmullet Food and Beverage Group. The three cover the trends and developments will want to understand as well as insights on positioning themselves for success in 2...
2022-12-2032 minEisnerAmper PodcastRemote Work Considerations During the Hiring ProcessIn this episode of The Bottom Line, Tim Schuster, Senior Manager in EisnerAmper’s Private Client Services Group, is joined by Dr. Matthew Kerzner, Managing Director in the firm’s Center for Individual and Organizational Performance. The two discuss the impactful remote work trends and implications business and HR leaders need to consider throughout the entire hiring process to ensure they’re finding the right fit.
2022-12-1907 minEisnerAmper PodcastFundamental & Quantitative InvestingIn this episode of Engaging Alternatives Spotlight, Elana Margulies-Snyderman, Director, Publications, EisnerAmper, speaks with Frank Fu, Founder & CEO of CaaS Capital. He shares his outlook for fundamental and quantitative investing, including the greatest opportunities and challenges, how the firm is embracing ESG, DEI and more.
2022-12-1406 minEisnerAmper PodcastPrivate Equity and Growth Equity Investing in B2B Software and Services CompaniesIn this episode of Private Equity Dealbook, Elana Margulies Snyderman, Director, Publications, speaks with Dan Raynor, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Argentum Capital Partners, a New York-based growth equity firm that partners with bootstrap entrepreneurs focused on B2B software and services companies. He shares his outlook for investing in those sectors, how if at all higher interest rates and the strong U.S. Dollar has impacted the firm’s ability to finance leveraged equity investments in and bolt-on acquisitions for portfolio companies, how the economy impacted the financial and operating performance of the portfolio companies and more.
2022-12-1314 minEisnerAmper PodcastFixed-Income InvestingIn this episode of Engaging Alternatives Spotlight, Elana Margulies-Snyderman, Director, Publications, EisnerAmper, speaks with Steve Kaczmarek, CEO, East End Wealth Management, an investment manager focused on fixed-income. He shares his outlook for investing in fixed-income including the greatest opportunities and challenges, his views on the SEC pushing for increased transparency, and more.
2022-12-0505 minEisnerAmper PodcastDid VC Activity Reach a Tipping Point in Q3?Managing Director of Capital Markets Alan Wink discusses a few VC red flags—such as deal counts and exits. Combine those with geopolitical volatility and you have the makings of a VC market slowdown. Fundraising, however, has been a bright spot. Alan will also examine what he’s looking for in Q4 as we close out the year.
2022-11-2306 minEisnerAmper PodcastPrivate Equity Investing in Consumer and Health CareIn this episode of Engaging Alternatives Spotlight, Elana Margulies-Snyderman, Director, Publications, EisnerAmper, speaks with Samantha Ory, General Partner of Ouroboros Group, a Boston-based private investment firm specializing in middle-market corporate acquisitions and operations. Samantha shares with us her outlook for private equity investing including the greatest opportunities and challenges, her experience being a woman investment manager in the industry, and more.
2022-11-2211 minEisnerAmper PodcastExperiences of a Cannabis Dispensary OwnerIn this episode of CannaCast, Eric Altstadter, Partner and leader of the firm's Cannabis and Hemp Group, speaks with Janice Grossman, President of Oregon’s Green Rush, a Family-Owned cannabis dispensary based in Eugene, Oregon. The two discuss Janice's experience operating a cannabis business, as well as various trends and topics in the industry.
2022-11-2109 minEisnerAmper PodcastHow to Identify and Mitigate Fraud Risk in ManufacturingIn this episode of ManuFacts and Perspectives, Travis Epp, Partner-in-Charge of EisnerAmper’s Manufacturing and Distribution Group, is joined by Hubert Klein, Partner and Practice Leader of the firm’s Forensic, Litigation and Valuation Services Group. As part of International Fraud Awareness Week, the two discuss the actionable strategies and controls manufacturing business leaders can implement to better identify and mitigate fraud in their organizations.
2022-11-1714 minEisnerAmper PodcastAsset Backed Specialty Finance Enhanced Through Blockchain TechnologyIn this episode of Engaging Alternatives Spotlight, Elana Margulies-Snyderman, Director, Publications, EisnerAmper, speaks with Kevin Miao, Head of Credit at BlockTower Capital, an institutional investment firm headquartered in Miami focused on cryptocurrency and blockchain technology. Kevin shares with us his outlook for asset-backed specialty finance enhanced through blockchain technology, including the greatest opportunities and challenges. He addresses how the firm integrates DEI.
2022-11-1513 minEisnerAmper PodcastDo We Have to Measure Everything for ESGESG criteria can be very daunting and it’s easy to get overwhelmed by it. In this episode, Danielle Barrs, Director, and Charles Waring, Partner, break down materiality and GAAP issues to explain what companies need to measure and why. We’ll also talk about how those measurements can provide insights that could help the company reduce costs and maximize opportunities – from access to capital to creating new revenue streams.
2022-11-1145 minEisnerAmper PodcastReal Estate Trends and Strategies for Manufacturing LeadersIn this episode of ManuFacts and Perspectives, Travis Epp, Partner-in-Charge of EisnerAmper’s Manufacturing and Distribution Group, is joined by Andrew Zezas, Strategist and CEO of Real Estate Strategies, a New Jersey-based corporate real estate advisory and transaction services firm. The two discuss the unique pain points manufacturing leaders face from a real estate perspective, such as warehouse management, lease structuring, how to mitigate transactional risks and more.
2022-11-0724 minEisnerAmper PodcastAn Entrepreneur’s Life Experience Fuels Mission-Aligned StartupFounder and CEO of HearMe Adam Lippin shares his unique life experience that influenced the launch of his mission-aligned startup. In this TechTalk episode, Adam has a conversation with EisnerAmper's West Coast Technology and Life Sciences Practice Leader Amar Bhatkhande about how his idea became the leading, on-demand, peer support application—and his secret sauce for its continued expansion.
2022-11-0411 minEisnerAmper PodcastHigh Income Marketable AlternativesIn this episode of Engaging Alternatives Spotlight, Elana Margulies-Snyderman, Director, Publications, EisnerAmper, speaks with Floyd Tyler, President & CIO of Preserver Partners, a Memphis-based investment manager focused on high income, marketable alternative portfolios. A former Partner at Gerber/Taylor Capital Advisors, Tyler shares his views on investing in high income marketable alternatives portfolios, including the greatest opportunities and challenges, how the firm integrates DEI and more.
2022-11-0305 minEisnerAmper PodcastConvexity StrategiesIn this episode of Engaging Alternatives Spotlight, Elana Margulies-Snyderman, Director, Publications, EisnerAmper, speaks with Nancy Davis, Chief Investment Officer of Quadratic Capital Management, a Greenwich, Connecticut-based investment advisory firm focused on convexity strategies.
She shares with us her outlook for investing in convexity strategies, including the greatest opportunities and challenges, her experience being a woman investment manager in the industry and how the firm is embracing DEI.
2022-10-2806 minEisnerAmper PodcastHelping Entrepreneurs Develop Their Cannabis Operational StrategiesIn this episode of CannaCast, Eric Altstadter, Partner and leader of EisnerAmper’s Cannabis and Hemp Group, speaks with Juliana Whitney, founder and CEO of Cann Strategy. Cann Strategy helps cannabis business investors and operators win licenses, launch operations, expand to multiple states and develop competitive strategies. Juliana is also the co-founder of Leafsheets.com, a site that contains information entrepreneurs need to move forward in the cannabis sector.
2022-10-2616 minEisnerAmper PodcastDeep Tech Venture Capital InvestingIn this episode of Engaging Alternatives Spotlight, Elana Margulies-Snyderman, Director, Publications, EisnerAmper, speaks with James Wang, General Partner, Creative Ventures, a deep tech venture firm investing in early-stage companies. He shares his outlook for VC investing in early-stage companies, including the greatest opportunities and challenges, how the firm is embracing DEI and more.
2022-10-2011 minEisnerAmper PodcastMaximizing Your Accounting Firm for ESGAccounting firms are already collecting and analyzing the company’s financials, so they are in the central seat to be able to help companies address their ESG reporting issues. Accountants will be able to attest and assure the numbers are accurate, as required by the SEC disclosure rules, and will be able to analyze trends as well. Even for companies that are not publicly-traded (and therefore do not have to file these to the SEC), these disclosures are often material to secure contracts with publicly-traded companies and/or with government agencies. Danielle Barrs, Director, and Charles Waring, Partner, both of...
2022-10-1335 minEisnerAmper PodcastEmerging Markets Infrastructure DebtIn this episode of Engaging Alternatives Spotlight, Elana Margulies-Snyderman, Director, Publications, EisnerAmper, speaks with Susan Wisialko, Founder and CIO of Global Infrastructure Finance, a Boston-based asset manager that invests in emerging markets infrastructure debt. She shares with us her outlook for investing in emerging markets infrastructure debt, including the greatest opportunities and challenges, how the firm is integrating ESG, DEI and more.
2022-10-1109 minEisnerAmper PodcastRules, Regulations and Quality Control in the Cannabis IndustryIn this episode of CannaCast, Eric Altstadter, Partner and leader of EisnerAmper’s Cannabis and Hemp Group, speaks with Evan Kolakowski, Director of Regulatory and Quality Assurance at TerrAscend New Jersey, about how TerrAscend New Jersey complies with the rules, regulations and quality control for this budding industry.
2022-09-2817 minEisnerAmper PodcastESG InvestingIn this episode of Engaging Alternatives Spotlight, Elana Margulies-Snyderman, Director, Publications, EisnerAmper, speaks with Ima Edomwonyi, Executive & Senior ESG Analyst at Franklin Mutual Advisers. He shares his outlook for ESG including the greatest opportunities and challenges, how the firm integrates it and more.
2022-09-2012 minEisnerAmper PodcastOutlook for Private Equity in Current Macroeconomic EnvironmentIn this episode of Private Equity Dealbook, Elana Margulies Snyderman, Director, Publications, speaks with Pat Crocker, Managing Director, Investment Banking, Cowen. He shares his outlook for the private equity industry this year and M&A activity amid the current macroeconomic environment, including how the environment has impacted transactions, deal valuations, due diligence and more. He also shares his thoughts on how ESG continues to become more prominent in evaluating companies.
2022-09-0616 minEisnerAmper PodcastSystematic InvestingIn this episode of Engaging Alternatives Spotlight, Elana Margulies-Snyderman, Director, Publications, EisnerAmper, speaks with Clifton Hill, Senior Vice President and Global Macro Portfolio Manager at Acadian Asset Management, a Boston-based systematic investment manager. He shares his outlook for systematic investing including the greatest opportunities and challenges, how the firm is integrating ESG, DEI and more.
2022-09-0111 minEisnerAmper PodcastVenture Capital Investing in Women-Owned EntrepreneursPublications, EisnerAmper, speaks with Victoria Pettibone, Chief Investment Officer & Managing Partner, Astia Fund, a Silicon Valley-based early-stage venture capital fund that invests in women entrepreneurs.
Victoria shares her outlook for VC investing in women-owned companies, including the greatest opportunities and challenges, her experience being a woman investment manager in the industry, how the firm is embracing DEI and more.
2022-08-3112 minEisnerAmper PodcastJenny’s Baked at Home Enters NY State Adult-Use Cannabis MarketIn this episode of CannaCast, Eric Altstadter, Partner and leader of EisnerAmper’s Cannabis and Hemp Group, speaks with Jenny Argie, owner of Jenny’s Baked at Home Jenny has been creating CBD products for several years and is now looking to produce THC products for the New York market. She had been a successful entrepreneur in the children’s furniture business before pivoting to the CBD sector.
2022-08-3014 minEisnerAmper PodcastUsing AI to Recreate the Travel Experience—for Business and PleasureChief Technology Officer of Onriva Dr. Mike Remedios has spent his career leading high tech in consumer internet companies. In this TechTalk episode, Mike has a conversation with EisnerAmper’s West Coast Technology & Life Sciences Practice Leader Amar Bhatkhande about how Onriva is using artificial intelligence to empower the suppliers and buyers of business travel, and he shares advice regarding the right time to innovate and disrupt.
2022-08-2512 minEisnerAmper PodcastUnderstanding the Benefits of ESG and SustainabilityLourenco Miranda, Managing Director, and Danielle Barrs, Director, of EisnerAmper’s ESG and Sustainability Services are joined by Travis Epp, Audit Partner and Partner-in-Charge of EisnerAmper’s Manufacturing and Distribution Group to define ESG and sustainability and to explain the practical benefits of implementing these strategies for an organization.
2022-08-2541 minEisnerAmper PodcastPrivate CreditIn this episode of Engaging Alternatives Spotlight, Elana Margulies-Snyderman, Director, Publications, EisnerAmper, speaks with Danielle Brown, CEO, Altriarch Capital Management, a Charleston, South Carolina-based private credit manager. Brown, a well-known name in the industry, who was formerly managing director at Neuberger Berman’s Dyal Capital, shares her outlook for private credit, including the greatest opportunities and challenges, her experience being a woman investment manager in the industry, and how the firm is embracing DEI.
2022-08-1112 minEisnerAmper PodcastManuFacts & Perspectives Introduces the Early Adopter SeriesThis episode introduces the EisnerAmper Early Adopter series. Early Adopters will present timely management topics for business executives This series introduces senior management challenges in becoming compliant with DoD contracts. This episode also discusses the new DoD 5200.48 Controlled Unclassified Information that was released in March 2020.
2022-08-0210 min
EisnerAmper PodcastThe Changing Climate and the Risk and Opportunities for Your BusinessJoin Lisë Stewart and Crystal Egger, President & Meteorologist with Monarch Weather Consulting, as we discuss the impact of climate change, new weather prediction technology, and the potential risks and opportunities that our changing world might bring to your business.
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