Sean Warrington

Sean Warrington, Head of Private Investments at Gresham Partners, and Brom Rickey, Founder of Aduro Advisors, dive into the intricacies of private investments for families. They share insights on the importance of building relationships with managers and adapting strategies in a changing market. The duo discusses macro trends affecting venture capital, emphasizing data-driven decision-making and operational efficiency for emerging fund managers. They also explore the evolving dynamics of LP-GP relationships and the growing influence of AI on investment strategies.

Sean Warrington of Gresham Partners delves into his investment process, addressing extreme risk factors and investing in emerging managers. The episode covers reference processes, social proof, and cutting-edge family office practices. Explore the nuances of fund investing, the value of large funds in startup success, and evaluating emerging managers for investment. Learn about quirky fund managers, navigating investment signals, and the importance of quality over quantity.

Sean Warrington, who leads private market investing at the $10 billion Gresham Partners, shares his insights on investment strategies. He emphasizes that great investments often require a unique perspective rather than just metrics. Sean discusses the significance of personal relationships in investment, the importance of understanding individual talents in teams, and how LPs should appreciate the value of solo GPs. His candid feedback approach aims to simplify the fundraising process, making it more relatable and effective for GPs.