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Capital Allocators – Inside the Institutional Investment Industry

Graham Weaver – People-Driven Private Equity at Alpine (EP.391)

Jun 10, 2024
Graham Weaver is the managing partner of Alpine Investors, a $17 billion people-driven private equity firm focused on software and services. He shares his journey from Wall Street to founding Alpine, emphasizing the importance of exceptional leadership. The innovative CEO matching process, inspired by medical placements, transforms how Alpine develops leaders. Additionally, Graham discusses continuous improvement practices and a strong commitment to diversity and social responsibility in private equity, showcasing how people create exceptional businesses.
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  • Alpine Investors prioritizes exceptional people for business success.
  • Continuous CEO training and operational excellence are Alpine's core strategies.

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Investment Platform Offering Diversified Opportunities

An investment platform led by Michael Lefel, formerly of Davidson Kempner, offers sophisticated investors access to private markets. The platform allows members to co-invest with a focus on private credit, real estate, niche venture and private equity investments not commonly found through traditional channels. With a track record of over a decade and more than 350 transactions, the platform emphasizes diligence and personal capital commitment for each investment.

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