Charlie Allen

Charlie Allen, founder of Allen & Co., shares insights on the evolution of merchant banking and his unique contrarian investment strategies. He discusses revitalizing distressed assets, particularly highlighting key moves in the steel industry and the Colorado Fuel and Iron Corporation. Allen also delves into the complex Irvine Ranch deal, emphasizing the importance of strategic partnerships and networking. His story reveals how understanding risk and leveraging relationships became the cornerstones of success in the challenging financial landscape.