458. Lessons from Top Allocators, David Swensen’s Principles for Investment, Insights on Private Equity Deals, and What Strategies are Timeless vs. Fleeting (Ted Seides)

The Full Ratchet (TFR): Venture Capital and Startup Investing Demystified

Ted Seides of Capital Allocators joins Nick to discuss Lessons from Top Allocators, David Swensen’s Principles for Investment, Insights on Private Equity Deals, and What Strategies are Timeless vs. Fleeting. In this episode we cover:

• Evolution of Private Equity and Its Role in the Economy
• Challenges and Opportunities in the Private Equity Industry
• Impact of David Swensen and His Philosophy
• Key Insights on Allocation and Alignment
• Team Structure and Decision-Making in Private Equity
• Innovative Models and Persistence in Private Equity
• Insights on Allocation of Time and Resources

Guest Links:

• Ted’s LinkedIn
• Ted’s Twitter/X
• Capital Allocator’s LinkedIn
• Ted’s podcast/Company Website
• Ted's book: Private Equity Deals

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