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Moments that Made HerMoments that Made HerS4E5: Daphne Dufresne, Founder, Awani Capital ManagementIn this powerful episode of Moments That Made Her, we sit down with Daphne Dufresne, Founder of Awani Capital and a founding member of PEWIN. Daphne opens up about her incredible journey from a working-class neighborhood in Brooklyn to becoming a respected leader and investor in the private equity industry.Raised by a Haitian immigrant mother who modeled financial discipline, sacrifice, and fierce determination, Daphne shares how those early lessons shaped her mindset and career path—from her first job at age 12 to becoming a partner in major investment firms and eventually launching her own.In...2025-05-0741 minMoments that Made HerMoments that Made HerS04E04: Runa Alam, Founder and CEO, Development Partners InternationalJoin us for an engaging conversation as PEWIN's Founding Chair, Kelly Williams, sits down with Runa Alam, Founder and CEO of DPI. In this episode, Kelly and Runa explore the pivotal moments that helped shape Runa into a leader in the finance industry.From a childhood marked by attending 11 different schools across multiple countries to founding a private equity firm focused on Africa, Runa's journey is a testament to resilience, adaptability, and vision. Highlights include discussions on the importance of travel and cultural understanding, the role of private equity in Africa, and the influence of strong role...2025-04-0943 minMoments that Made HerMoments that Made HerS04E03: Stephanie Szymanski, CIO, Lakeview Capital ManagementIn this episode of 'Moments That Made Her', Kelly Williams, Founding Chair of the Private Equity Women Investor Network (PEWIN), interviews Stephanie Szymanski, Chief Investment Officer at Lakeview Capital Management. Stephanie shares her journey from growing up in South Bend, Indiana with dreams of becoming an attorney, to her finance studies at DePaul University, and her eventual rise through various roles in private investing. She highlights pivotal moments, including her tenure at Sawdust, her role in private equity, and the critical importance of mentorship and taking risks. The conversation also explores the challenges and rewards of working in family...2025-03-1251 minWomen Inspire Chicago!Women Inspire Chicago!Episode Eleven: Suzanne YoonSuzanne Yoon is a recognized private equity investment executive with over 25 years of experience investing in and advising middle market companies. Throughout her career she has led, sourced, and closed over $3B of middle market deals and advised on global restructurings totaling over $10B in asset value. Suzanne currently serves as Founder and Managing Partner of Kinzie Capital Partners, a Chicago-based private equity firm. She launched Kinzie in 2017 as part of her long-standing vision to advance the use of technology and innovation to help companies unlock value. In 2020, Kinzie was recognized by the Private Equity Women Investor Network (PEWIN) as...2025-02-2742 minMoments that Made HerMoments that Made HerS04E02: Camille Asaro, Partner - Audit Alternative Investments, KPMGS04E01: Camille Asaro, Partner - Audit Alternative Investments, KPMGIn the fourth season premiere of 'Moments That Made Her,' Kelly Williams interviews Camille Asaro, National Audit Sector Leader for Private Equity at KPMG. Camille shares her upbringing in an Italian-American household, her path as the first generation college graduate, and her pioneering career in private equity. They discuss Camille's experiences overcoming professional challenges as a working mother, her ascent in the industry, and her contributions to promoting women in alternative investments. Camille also reflects on her personal resilience and career highlights, including mentoring future leaders.2025-02-1946 minMoments that Made HerMoments that Made HerS04E01: Patricia Miller Zollar, Managing Director, Neuberger BermanIn this episode of 'Moments That Made Her,' host Kelly Williams converses with Patricia Miller Zollar, Managing Director at Neuberger Berman. Pat shares her upbringing in a small town in North Carolina, emphasizing how her early experiences, including picking peaches, shaped her work ethic and academic focus. The podcast delves into her academic achievements, such as graduating from Harvard Business School and passing the CPA exam, which opened doors to a career in finance. Pat discusses her pivotal moments, including her role in focusing on emerging managers in private equity and her ascent to senior ranks. Both Kelly...2025-01-3045 minWeird but WonderfulWeird but WonderfulGone without a trace: Missing man, missing skullDo you ever head out for work one day... and then not come home for 30 years wearing the same clothes with zero memory of where you've been? No? Weird, because it happened to a guy in Romania. We also have a chat about: Bellingham Washington and it's wonderfully vibrant Missed Connections section where people are endlessly reaching out into the Graigslist-ian void love songs and dedications style Iowa and it's stinky-feet-ed dude whose foot stank was so bad it led to a pew pewin' And an Atlanta hospital who may or may not have lost part of a...2024-09-1045 minBeyond MarketsBeyond MarketsEvergreen Private Equity – What and Why?In this episode of Beyond Markets, Alisa Wood, Partner, KKR, shares her insights on private equity and in particular, open-ended, evergreen fund structures. We explore what evergreen structures are, how it compares with traditional, closed end 10-year fund structures, and why it is advantageous to build exposure to private equity in a portfolio. This episode is hosted by William Fong, Co-Head, Alternatives & Strategic Solutions Specialists Asia at Bank Julius Baer.  0:18: Introduction1:14: What are open-ended, evergreen private equity structures?2:50: The growing popularity of evergreen private equity structures6:06: Open-ended vs close-ended structures9:35: Redemption op...2024-07-0335 minMoments that Made HerMoments that Made HerS03E08: Yuka Hata, Managing Director, Head of Fund Investments, Japan Investment Corporation (JIC)S3E58: Yuka Hata, Managing Director, Head of Fund Investments, Japan Investment The podcast 'Moments That Made Her,' hosted by Kelly Williams of the Private Equity Women Investor Network (PEWIN), presents an in-depth conversation with Yuka Hata, Managing Director and Head of Fund Investments at Japan Investment Corporation. Yuka shares her unique upbringing in Tokyo, her venture capital career beginning at Jafco, and her experiences navigating a male-dominated industry. She discusses her transition from Japanese firms to international roles, highlighting the significance of pursuing niche opportunities to establish credibility. Yuka also emphasizes the evolving professional landscape...2024-06-0540 minMoments that Made HerMoments that Made HerS03E07: Sarah Samuels, Partner, NEPCEmpowering Women in Private Equity: A Conversation with Sarah SamuelsThis episode of Moments That Made Her, hosted by Kelly Williams, features a deep dive into the lives and careers of women in the private equity sector. The guest, Sarah Samuels, shares her journey from growing up in a small town with limited financial resources to becoming a partner at NEPC. She discusses the importance of finding one's 'zone of genius,' overcoming obstacles, and the power of asking for what you want. Sarah also touches on her personal challenges, including navigating a divorce and reshaping her...2024-05-0847 minMoments that Made HerMoments that Made HerS03E06: Founders of Reach CapitalThis episode of 'Moments That Made Her,' hosted by Kelly Williams, founding chair of the Private Equity Women Investor Network (PEWIN), features the founders of Reach Capital: Shauntel Garvey, Jennifer Carolan, and Wayee Chu. They discuss their backgrounds, from childhood education experiences and career transitions, to their venture into founding Reach Capital, focusing on the intersection of technology and education. Touching upon their motivation and the challenges encountered, including the difficulty in getting deals through and the establishment of their firm within a male-dominated industry, the episode highlights the importance of resilience, early financial literacy, and the innovative...2024-04-2449 minMoments that Made HerMoments that Made HerS03E05: Elizabeth Hewitt, CIO, Sloan Foundation S3E5: Elizabeth Hewitt, CIO, Sloan FoundationMoments that Made Her is a podcast where the rare and unique women that hold senior private equity roles share their stories, including the key personal and professional moments that defined their journeys and lessons they learned along the way.Moments that Made Her is a production of the Private Equity Women Investor Network, also known as PEWIN, which is the preeminent organization for senior-level women investment professionals in private equity.PEWIN provides its members with opportunities to network, share ideas, make deep connections with peers...2024-03-2747 minMoments that Made HerMoments that Made HerS03E04: Kate Mitchell, Co-founder, Scale Venture PartnersS3E4: Kate Mitchell, Co-founder, Scale Venture PartnersMoments that Made Her is a podcast where the rare and unique women that hold senior private equity roles share their stories, including the key personal and professional moments that defined their journeys and lessons they learned along the way.Moments that Made Her is a production of the Private Equity Women Investor Network, also known as PEWIN, which is the preeminent organization for senior-level women investment professionals in private equity.PEWIN provides its members with opportunities to network, share ideas, make deep connections with...2024-02-1454 minMoments that Made HerMoments that Made HerS03E03: Alison Nankivell, Senior VP, BDC CapitalS3E3: Alison Nankivell, Senior VP, BDC CanadaMoments that Made Her is a podcast where the rare and unique women that hold senior private equity roles share their stories, including the key personal and professional moments that defined their journeys and lessons they learned along the way.Moments that Made Her is a production of the Private Equity Women Investor Network, also known as PEWIN, which is the preeminent organization for senior-level women investment professionals in private equity.PEWIN provides its members with opportunities to network, share ideas, make deep connections with...2024-01-3138 minMoments that Made HerMoments that Made HerS03:E02 - Kristin Gunther, Partner, Revolution GrowthS03:E02 - Kristin Gunther, Partner, Revolution GrowthMoments that Made Her is a podcast where the rare and unique women that hold senior private equity roles share their stories, including the key personal and professional moments that defined their journeys and lessons they learned along the way.Moments that Made Her is a production of the Private Equity Women Investor Network, also known as PEWIN, which is the preeminent organization for senior-level women investment professionals in private equity.PEWIN provides its members with opportunities to network, share ideas, make deep connections with...2023-12-1334 minMoments that Made HerMoments that Made HerS03:E01 - Emily Mendell, Executive Director, PEWINS03:E01 - Emily Mendell, Executive Director, PEWINMoments that Made Her is a podcast where the rare and unique women that hold senior private equity roles share their stories, including the key personal and professional moments that defined their journeys and lessons they learned along the way.Moments that Made Her is a production of the Private Equity Women Investor Network, also known as PEWIN, which is the preeminent organization for senior-level women investment professionals in private equity.PEWIN provides its members with opportunities to network, share ideas, make deep connections with...2023-10-1854 minMoments that Made HerMoments that Made HerS02:E10 - Lauren Dillard, Senior Managing Director & CFO, Vista Equity PartnersS02:E10 - Lauren Dillard, Senior Managing Director & CFO, Vista Equity PartnersMoments that Made Her is a podcast where the rare and unique women that hold senior private equity roles share their stories, including the key personal and professional moments that defined their journeys and lessons they learned along the way.Moments that Made Her is a production of the Private Equity Women Investor Network, also known as PEWIN, which is the preeminent organization for senior-level women investment professionals in private equity.PEWIN provides its members with opportunities to network, share ideas...2023-09-1345 minMoments that Made HerMoments that Made HerS02:E09 - Jill Kitazaki, President, Denning & CompanyS02:E09 - Jill Kitazaki, President, Denning & CompanyMoments that Made Her is a podcast where the rare and unique women that hold senior private equity roles share their stories, including the key personal and professional moments that defined their journeys and lessons they learned along the way.Moments that Made Her is a production of the Private Equity Women Investor Network, also known as PEWIN, which is the preeminent organization for senior-level women investment professionals in private equity.PEWIN provides its members with opportunities to network, share ideas, make deep connections with...2023-06-1451 minMoments that Made HerMoments that Made HerS02:E08 - Neda Daneshzadeh, Co-Founder and Managing Partner, Prelude GrowthS02:E08 - Neda Daneshzadeh, Co-Founder and Managing Partner, Prelude GrowthMoments that Made Her is a podcast where the rare and unique women that hold senior private equity roles share their stories, including the key personal and professional moments that defined their journeys and lessons they learned along the way.Moments that Made Her is a production of the Private Equity Women Investor Network, also known as PEWIN, which is the preeminent organization for senior-level women investment professionals in private equity.PEWIN provides its members with opportunities to network, share ideas, make...2023-05-311h 03Moments that Made HerMoments that Made HerS02:E07 - Eileen Mancera, Managing Director - Head of Sales and Marketing, Post Advisory GroupS02:E07 - Eileen Mancera, Managing Director - Head of Sales and Marketing, Post Advisory GroupMoments that Made Her is a podcast where the rare and unique women that hold senior private equity roles share their stories, including the key personal and professional moments that defined their journeys and lessons they learned along the way.Moments that Made Her is a production of the Private Equity Women Investor Network, also known as PEWIN, which is the preeminent organization for senior-level women investment professionals in private equity.PEWIN provides its members with opportunities...2023-04-1252 minMoments that Made HerMoments that Made HerS02:E06 - Chrissie Chen Pariso, Managing Director, MPowered CapitalS02:E06 - Chrissie Chen Pariso, Managing Director, MPowered CapitalMoments that Made Her is a podcast where the rare and unique women that hold senior private equity roles share their stories, including the key personal and professional moments that defined their journeys and lessons they learned along the way.Moments that Made Her is a production of the Private Equity Women Investor Network, also known as PEWIN, which is the preeminent organization for senior-level women investment professionals in private equity.PEWIN provides its members with opportunities to network, share ideas, make deep...2023-03-081h 00Moments that Made HerMoments that Made HerS02:E05 - Mina Pacheco Nazemi, Head of the Diversified Alternative Equity, BaringsS02:E05 - Mina Pacheco Nazemi, Head of the Diversified Alternative Equity, BaringsMoments that Made Her is a podcast where the rare and unique women that hold senior private equity roles share their stories, including the key personal and professional moments that defined their journeys and lessons they learned along the way.Moments that Made Her is a production of the Private Equity Women Investor Network, also known as PEWIN, which is the preeminent organization for senior-level women investment professionals in private equity.PEWIN provides its members with opportunities to network, share...2023-02-0846 minMoments that Made HerMoments that Made HerS02:E04 - Melissa Ma, Co-Founder and Managing Partner, Asia Alternatives Management LLCS02:E04 - Melissa Ma, Co-Founder and Managing Partner, Asia Alternatives Management LLCMoments that Made Her is a podcast where the rare and unique women that hold senior private equity roles share their stories, including the key personal and professional moments that defined their journeys and lessons they learned along the way.Moments that Made Her is a production of the Private Equity Women Investor Network, also known as PEWIN, which is the preeminent organization for senior-level women investment professionals in private equity.PEWIN provides its members with opportunities to network, share...2022-12-1453 minMoments that Made HerMoments that Made HerS02:E03 - Sarah Wuellner, Partner, PromusS02:E03 - Sarah Wuellner, Partner, PromusMoments that Made Her is a podcast where the rare and unique women that hold senior private equity roles share their stories, including the key personal and professional moments that defined their journeys and lessons they learned along the way.Moments that Made Her is a production of the Private Equity Women Investor Network, also known as PEWIN, which is the preeminent organization for senior-level women investment professionals in private equity.PEWIN provides its members with opportunities to network, share ideas, make deep connections with peers...2022-11-0945 minMoments that Made HerMoments that Made HerS02:E02 - Adele Oliva, Founding Partner, 1315 CapitalS02:E02 - Adele Oliva, Founding Partner, 1315 CapitalMoments that Made Her is a podcast where the rare and unique women that hold senior private equity roles share their stories, including the key personal and professional moments that defined their journeys and lessons they learned along the way.Moments that Made Her is a production of the Private Equity Women Investor Network, also known as PEWIN, which is the preeminent organization for senior-level women investment professionals in private equity.PEWIN provides its members with opportunities to network, share ideas, make deep connections with...2022-10-1245 minMoments that Made HerMoments that Made HerS02:E01 - Carole Streicher, KPMG U.S. - Deal Advisory & Strategy LeaderS02:E01 - Carole Streicher, KPMG U.S. - Deal Advisory & Strategy LeaderMoments that Made Her is a podcast where the rare and unique women that hold senior private equity roles share their stories, including the key personal and professional moments that defined their journeys and lessons they learned along the way.Moments that Made Her is a production of the Private Equity Women Investor Network, also known as PEWIN, which is the preeminent organization for senior-level women investment professionals in private equity.PEWIN provides its members with opportunities to network, share...2022-09-1442 minMoments that Made HerMoments that Made HerEpisode 10: Kelly Williams, Founding Chair of PEWINEpisode 10: Kelly Williams, Founding Chair of PEWINMoments that Made Her is a podcast where the rare and unique women that hold senior private equity roles share their stories, including the key personal and professional moments that defined their journeys and lessons they learned along the way.Moments that Made Her is a production of the Private Equity Women Investor Network, also known as PEWIN, which is the preeminent organization for senior-level women investment professionals in private equity.PEWIN provides its members with opportunities to network, share ideas, make deep connections with peers...2022-07-1857 minMoments that Made HerMoments that Made HerEpisode 9: Dana Johns, Senior Portfolio Manager - Private Equity at Maryland State Retirement and Pension SystemEpisode 9: Dana Johns, Senior Portfolio Manager - Private Equity at Maryland State Retirement and Pension SystemMoments that Made Her is a podcast where the rare and unique women that hold senior private equity roles share their stories, including the key personal and professional moments that defined their journeys and lessons they learned along the way.Moments that Made Her is a production of the Private Equity Women Investor Network, also known as PEWIN, which is the preeminent organization for senior-level women investment professionals in private equity.PEWIN provides its members with opportunities...2022-05-111h 02Moments that Made HerMoments that Made HerEpisode 8: Suzanne Yoon, Founder and Managing Partner, Kinzie Capital PartnersEpisode 8: Suzanne Yoon, Founder and Managing Partner, Kinzie Capital PartnersMoments that Made Her is a podcast where the rare and unique women that hold senior private equity roles share their stories, including the key personal and professional moments that defined their journeys and lessons they learned along the way.Moments that Made Her is a production of the Private Equity Women Investor Network, also known as PEWIN, which is the preeminent organization for senior-level women investment professionals in private equity.PEWIN provides its members with opportunities to network, share ideas, make deep...2022-04-1341 minM&A MastersM&A MastersRewind: Suzanne Yoon | Using Technology to Compound the Effects of Good Capital and Great OperationsOn this week’s episode of M&A Masters, to celebrate International Women’s Week we’re rewinding my conversation with Suzanne Yoon. In 2020, Suzanne’s firm, Kinzie Capital Partners, in Chicago was honored by the Private Equity Women Investor Network (PEWIN) as the North American female-founded firm of the year. The Wall Street Journal has also recognized her as a top female dealmaker. We asked Suzanne how she felt about these honors, she said, “Companies outperform when they have diversity in their leadership ranks and when they have diversity on a board. So that’s both gender and et...2022-03-2338 minMoments that Made HerMoments that Made HerEpisode 7: Alisa Wood, Partner, KKREpisode 7: Alisa Wood, Partner, KKRMoments that Made Her is a podcast where the rare and unique women that hold senior private equity roles share their stories, including the key personal and professional moments that defined their journeys and lessons they learned along the way.Moments that Made Her is a production of the Private Equity Women Investor Network, also known as PEWIN, which is the preeminent organization for senior-level women investment professionals in private equity.PEWIN provides its members with opportunities to network, share ideas, make deep connections with peers, and empower...2022-03-081h 04Moments that Made HerMoments that Made HerEpisode 6: Andrea Kramer, CEO of Hamilton Lane Alliance Holdings, Co-Head of Fund InvestmentsEpisode 6: Andrea Kramer, CEO of Hamilton Lane Alliance Holdings, Co-Head of Fund InvestmentsMoments that Made Her is a podcast where the rare and unique women that hold senior private equity roles share their stories, including the key personal and professional moments that defined their journeys and lessons they learned along the way.Moments that Made Her is a production of the Private Equity Women Investor Network, also known as PEWIN, which is the preeminent organization for senior-level women investment professionals in private equity.PEWIN provides its members with opportunities to network, share...2022-02-0951 minMoments that Made HerMoments that Made HerEpisode 5: Angela Miller-May, Chief Investment Officer at Illinois Municipal Retirement FundEpisode 5: Angela Miller-May, Chief Investment Officer at Illinois Municipal Retirement FundMoments that Made Her is a podcast where the rare and unique women that hold senior private equity roles share their stories, including the key personal and professional moments that defined their journeys and lessons they learned along the way.Moments that Made Her is a production of the Private Equity Women Investor Network, also known as PEWIN, which is the preeminent organization for senior-level women investment professionals in private equity.PEWIN provides its members with opportunities to network, share ideas, make...2022-01-1246 minMoments that Made HerMoments that Made HerEpisode 4: Pam Hendrickson, Vice Chairman, RiversideEpisode 4: Pam Hendrickson, Vice Chairman, RiversideMoments that Made Her is a podcast where the rare and unique women that hold senior private equity roles share their stories, including the key personal and professional moments that defined their journeys and lessons they learned along the way.Moments that Made Her is a production of the Private Equity Women Investor Network, also known as PEWIN, which is the preeminent organization for senior-level women investment professionals in private equity.PEWIN provides its members with opportunities to network, share ideas, make deep connections with peers, and...2021-12-0841 minMoments that Made HerMoments that Made HerEpisode 3: Jeri Harman, Founder & Chairman, Avante Capital PartnersEpisode 3: Jeri Harman, Founder & Chairman, Avante Capital PartnersMoments that Made Her is a podcast where the rare and unique women that hold senior private equity roles share their stories, including the key personal and professional moments that defined their journeys and lessons they learned along the way.Moments that Made Her is a production of the Private Equity Women Investor Network, also known as PEWIN, which is the preeminent organization for senior-level women investment professionals in private equity.PEWIN provides its members with opportunities to network, share ideas, make deep connections with...2021-11-1037 minMoments that Made HerMoments that Made HerEpisode 2: Kim Lew, President and CEO of the Columbia Investment Management CompanyEpisode 2: Kim Lew, President and CEO of the Columbia Investment Management CompanyMoments that Made Her is a podcast where the rare and unique women that hold senior private equity roles share their stories, including the key personal and professional moments that defined their journeys and lessons they learned along the way.Moments that Made Her is a production of the Private Equity Women Investor Network, also known as PEWIN, which is the preeminent organization for senior-level women investment professionals in private equity.PEWIN provides its members with opportunities to network, share ideas...2021-10-1352 minMoments that Made HerMoments that Made HerEpisode 1: Kirsty McGuire, Executive Director of PEWINEpisode 1: Kirsty McGuire, Executive Director of PEWINMoments that Made Her is a podcast where the rare and unique women that hold senior private equity roles share their stories, including the key personal and professional moments that defined their journeys and lessons they learned along the way.Moments that Made Her is a production of the Private Equity Women Investor Network, also known as PEWIN, which is the preeminent organization for senior-level women investment professionals in private equity.PEWIN provides its members with opportunities to network, share ideas, make deep connections with peers...2021-09-0822 minShe-VC by Gayatri SarkarShe-VC by Gayatri SarkarChanging Face of Global Alternative Assets with Iris ZhaoMore about Iris:  Iris is the Head of Capital Formation and Investment Solutions at Castleforge Partners. Prior to that Iris was a Managing Director at GCM Grosvenor based in New York, where she headed its global growth and venture as well as Asian private equity verticals. Prior to joining GCM Grosvenor, Iris was a Partner in the Customized Fund Investment Group of Credit Suisse Group AG, which specialized in providing customized PE solutions to institutional investors. Iris started in CFIG’s New York office, led the establishment of the CFIG’s Hong...2021-07-1349 minRopes and Handcuffs PodcastRopes and Handcuffs PodcastUse Some IntentionThe vibe of the week: Peyton- Heart AttackIntro Clip for the week: The AMAZING (and fine) Pleasure Coach Tyomi! This episode is all about slowing down and using some intention when you are making love! These tips are not set in stone. We all like different things, so feel free to check out what feels best for you and incorporate that into your love making sesh! If we are gonna have sex, why not have an amazing experience with it?Get at ya girl:Twitter: @RandHPodIG: Ropes_An...2021-03-2648 minShenanigans With FriendsShenanigans With FriendsPEPE LE PEWINThis episode I'm joined by the awesome Ke from the Ropes & Handcuffs Podcast as we discuss Cancelling Pepe Le Pew, All Star Weekend #fails, Forehead reduction surgery, An interesting new video game & much more!     Catch Ke and Ropes & Handcuffs here! https://linktr.ee/RopesAndCuffsPod  FOR ALL THINGS SHENANIGANS WITH FRIENDS: https://linktr.ee/shenanigans_podcast     Make sure to follow me on:  Instagram @ shenanigans_podcast  Twitter @ SWFriendsPod  Facebook: @ shenaniganspodcast     Use #SWFriendsPod and/or #1upForTheWeek when live tweeting! **RATE & REVIEW ON WHATEVER PLATFORM YOU LISTEN ON!**2021-03-101h 28Investors & OperatorsInvestors & OperatorsEp. 53 Suzanne Yoon, Founder & Managing Partner, Kinzie Capital PartnersOn this episode of Investors & Operators, Jordan sits down with Suzanne Yoon, Founder & Managing Partner of Kinzie Capital Partners in Chicago. Together, they discuss: the journey of starting a firm from scratchthe trajectory of women and POC in financehitting the right balance of family + career, and making it all work ...and so much more.SUZANNE YOON is the Founder and Managing Partner of Kinzie Capital Partners, a Chicago-based private equity firm that invests in lower middle market companies in the consumer, manufacturing and service industries. In 2017, she launched Kinzie as part of her long-standing...2021-02-0228 minM&A MastersM&A MastersSuzanne Yoon | Using Technology to Compound the Effects of Good Capital and Great OperationsOn this week’s episode of M&A Masters, we speak with Suzanne Yoon, Founder and Managing Partner of Kinzie Capital Partners, a private equity firm based in Chicago. Chicago Mergers and Acquisitions Magazine named Suzanne 2020’s most influential woman in mid-market M&A, and she’s also been recognized by The Wall Street Journal as a top female dealmaker, shaping private equities both present and future. Just recently, Kinzie Capital Partners was honored by the Private Equity Women Investor Network (PEWIN) as the North American female-founded firm of the year for 2020.“Really the start of Kinzie w...2020-12-1638 minInvestors & OperatorsInvestors & OperatorsEp. 7 Kelly Williams, Founding Chair & Co-CEO, PEWINIt’s not often that you meet someone who is truly a center of influence, a powerbroker, and a pioneer in their industry. Kelly Williams is that individual.TOPICSAt 8 years old, she wrote her first contract with her mom...for a lunchboxThe “Teflon Associate” and working in Japan doing project financeHow focusing on the hard work that others didn’t want to led to co-founding the Customized Fund Investment Group (CFIG), which managed $30B+ for clientsFounding PEWIN, the largest global network of senior women in private equity with over 700 membersBIOKelly Wi...2020-03-1636 minInvestors & OperatorsInvestors & OperatorsEp. 1 Jeri Harman, Founder, Avante Capital PartnersJeri Harman is the Founder & Chairman of Avante Capital Partners, a women and minority-owned private credit and structured equity fund based in LA and founded in 2009. Topics:- Why she took the plunge into entrepreneurship (in 2009) and what it took to get the business off the ground- Failure is not an option- The importance of storytelling in fundraising- Balancing the desire to lean into her identity as a women-owned fund vs just being known as an outstanding investor- Creating an ecosystem and how i...2020-02-1327 min