
Capital Allocators – Inside the Institutional Investment Industry [REPLAY] Private Equity Masters 6 – Doug Ostrover – Blue Owl Capital (Capital Allocators, EP.205)
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May 15, 2025 Doug Ostrover, Co-Founder and CEO of Blue Owl Capital, shares his journey from Wall Street to establishing GSO Capital Partners. He highlights how firm culture and strategic partnerships drive success in private equity. The discussion delves into sourcing investments, the underwriting process, and navigating the evolving landscape of direct lending. Doug also shares personal insights, including his love for golf and his humorous takes on college football. His reflections on the 2008 financial crisis offer valuable lessons for today’s investors.
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Maniacally Focus on Deal Funnel
- Build a large deal funnel to increase choice and selectivity in direct lending.
- Provide identical investment opportunities to both institutional and retail investors for transparency and alignment.
Focus on Stable Sectors Only
- Avoid sectors undergoing major secular change to protect downside risk.
- Focus on annuity-like, stable cash flow businesses like software and insurance for reliable loan performance.
Choose PE Partners Wisely
- Partner with private equity firms who seek win-win relationships and shore up balance sheets.
- Avoid firms prone to covenant breaches or asset stripping during difficulties.

