3i Member Spotlight

Peter Boockvar is the Chief Investment Officer at The Bleakley Group and publisher of The Boock Report. He is a trusted voice in financial media, regularly contributing to CNBC. Prior to joining Bleakley, Peter was the Chief Market Analyst at The Lindsey Group, a macroeconomic and market research firm founded by former Federal Reserve Governor Larry Lindsey. Earlier in his career, he worked as a Macro Analyst and Portfolio Manager at Omega Advisors and served as an Equity Strategist and Portfolio Manager at Miller Tabak + Company. Peter has been a 3i Member since 2023.   In This Episode, Hear About: * 2025 Market Predictions: Positioning portfolios for shifting economic cycles * Global Opportunities: Leveraging Asia’s growing middle class and regional momentum * The Role of Crypto: Evaluating digital assets as a hedge and growth opportunity in volatile markets Learn more about 3i Members at 3imembers.com [https://www.3imembers.com/] and follow us on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/3imembers/posts/?feedView=all] for updates.

Mawi Asgedom is a world-renowned speaker, bestselling author, and entrepreneur. After fleeing Ethiopia as a child and spending years in a refugee camp, Mawi overcame incredible challenges to graduate from Harvard University, where he delivered a commencement address to 30,000 people. Driven by his passion for social-emotional learning (SEL), Mawi founded Mawi Learning in 1999, transforming education for millions and earning prestigious awards before its acquisition by ACT in 2019. In 2023, he launched Inner Heroes Universe, a groundbreaking platform empowering kids with mental health and SEL skills through innovative tools for parents and educators. In this episode, you’ll discover: * How Mawi’s journey from refugee to Harvard graduate shaped his resilience and entrepreneurial vision * Lessons on grit, goal-setting, and overcoming imposter syndrome * The impact of Inner Heroes Universe on education and youth development Learn more about 3i Members at 3imembers.com [https://www.3imembers.com/] and follow us on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/3imembers/posts/?feedView=all] for updates.  You can learn more about Mawi at Mawi.com [https://mawi.com/] and InnerHeroesUniverse.com [https://innerheroesuniverse.com/].

Ed Newman is a Managing Director and Partner at Boston Consulting Group (BCG), where he leads the firm’s Corporate Strategy business in North America and the private equity and M&A team in the Midwest. With over a decade of experience, Ed specializes in corporate strategy, portfolio management, and shareholder value creation. He has co-authored influential reports, including “Ten Lessons from 20 Years of Value Creation Insights” and “Four Ways PE Can Accelerate Returns in Automotive.” Listen to the episode to hear: • Insights into effective corporate strategy and value creation • Common pitfalls in corporate management and how to avoid them • Advice for young professionals entering corporate America or consulting Learn more about 3i Members and follow us on LinkedIn for updates.

3i Member Ted Seides, CFA, is the Founder of Capital Allocators LLC, an ecosystem that encompasses podcasts, gatherings, and advisory services for managers and allocators. In this special edition podcast episode, we spotlight him on the launch of his new book, Private Equity Deals. In Private Equity Deals, Ted provides insights into the conversations that typically happen behind the closed doors of institutional investors and private equity managers. Through a series of case studies across different types of private equity transactions, the book reveals the dynamics of deal-making, companies, and ownership structures that make private equity a powerful force in the financial world. In this special edition Member Spotlight episode, Ted joined 3i Members Chair Mark Gerson for an insightful discussion on key takeaways from the book, followed by an interactive Q&A session. Listen to the episode to hear: - Insider conversations between investors and private equity managers revealed in Private Equity Deals - How smaller private equity funds can outperform mega funds, depending on deal size and strategy - The rise of retail private equity investing: liquidity challenges and new opportunities Learn more about 3i Members [https://www.3imembers.com/] at our website and follow us on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/3imembers]for updates. Purchase Private Equity Deals here: https://amzn.to/3XMPIHv [https://www.amazon.com/Private-Equity-Deals-dealmaking-professionals/dp/1804090735?_kx=C6YVazwvP3VUNO6adkzK8w.R7r5Ld]

Dave Balter is a serial entrepreneur with a distinguished track record of impacting various industries. He founded BzzAgent, which was acquired by Dunnhumby, and Smarterer, which was acquired by Pluralsight. His current venture, Flipside Crypto,  powers growth for blockchains.  Dave's career includes executive roles at prominent global organizations and venture investments as a partner at True Ventures. In 2024, he was honored as one of The Boston Globe’s Top 50 Tech Power Players. He is also the author of several influential books, including The Humility Imperative. Dave has been an engaged 3i Member since 2023.   Listen to the episode to hear:  * Revolutionizing industries with data: Insights from his work with BzzAgent and Flipside Crypto  * Leadership and innovation: Key lessons from his book The Humility Imperative   * The future of blockchain and cryptocurrency: Dave's Predictions and strategic outlook Learn more about 3i Members [https://3imembers.com/?utm_medium=social&utm_content=podcast-founder-series] and follow us on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/3imembers/mycompany/?viewAsMember=true] for updates.