The Evolution of Operational Due Diligence

This chapter features a seasoned CEO sharing insights from over 25 years in the finance industry, focusing on the transformation of operational due diligence. It emphasizes the importance of critical questioning, professionalism, and mentorship while reflecting on historical failures like the Madoff scandal and their impact on current practices. The conversation also explores the role of venture capital firms in due diligence and highlights the industry’s responsibility to learn from past mistakes, especially in the wake of digital asset investment challenges.