

Ep 10: Rob LeBlanc [Ambit Partners] - Backing Maverick Searchers in New Markets
Nov 1, 2021
In this engaging discussion, Rob LeBlanc, Managing Partner of Ambit Partners, shares his journey from football to investment in emerging markets. He highlights the unique traits of 'maverick' searchers venturing into uncharted territories. The conversation delves into the $16 million fundraising for their inaugural fund and the attractive, uncorrelated asset class of search funds. Rob emphasizes the challenges and opportunities in South Africa's entrepreneurial landscape, along with strategies for connecting with investors and building robust search networks.
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1 2 3 4 5 6
Intro
00:00 • 2min
Navigating Emerging Markets through Search Funds
02:10 • 17min
Building Entrepreneurial Ecosystems in South Africa
19:32 • 3min
Investing in Search Funds: Insights and Strategies
22:24 • 12min
Strategic Search Locations and the Marriage Analogy
34:21 • 2min
Connecting with Prospective Investors and Searchers
36:39 • 3min