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Sara Heston - Stanford Search Fund Study 2024 - Ep.232
Jul 16, 2024
Sara Heston, a Stanford researcher, discusses key insights from the 2024 Search Fund Study, including shifts in searcher demographics, trends in returns, and industry dynamics. Topics cover the decline in investors, the evolution of searchers' backgrounds, and long-term hold strategies. An informative primer on Search Funds for those new to the model.
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- Searchers becoming more selective in choosing investors based on skill sets and value contribution.
- Increasing participation of women and minorities in search funds, showcasing a more inclusive industry landscape.
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Overview of the Stanford Search Fund Study
The podcast episode delves into the most recent Stanford Search Fund study from 2024, which covers the dynamics of search fund growth over the last two years. It highlights the changing landscape of search fund operations, such as shifts in industry focus and varying trends in return rates and searcher backgrounds. The study underscores the increasing popularity of search funds with a notable rise in MBA graduates engaging in these endeavors.
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