M&A, Private Equity Trends, and Value Creation with Chris Felderman of Palm Tree LLC 2-6-25
In this episode, Chris Felderman, Sr. Managing Director and Co-Head of Consulting at Palm Tree LLC, joins Scott Becker to discuss the evolving M&A landscape, trends in private equity, and how Palm Tree helps mid-market companies maximize value across the investment lifecycle.
Two and a Half More Stories We Are Following Today 2-6-25
In this episode, Scott Becker covers two and a half stories today, including his talk on innovation at University Hospitals, the rise of Peloton and Philip Morris, and Fortune’s latest rankings of underrated and overrated CEOs.
Friends Don’t Brag About Golf Scores or Great Investments 2-6-25
In this episode, Scott Becker humorously vents about friends who can’t resist sharing their winning investments and golf scores—while he’s stuck missing out on both.
8 Stories We Are Following Today 2-6-25
In this episode, Scott Becker discusses eight key stories, covering top investment picks like Tempus AI and Eli Lilly, market trends with Peloton and Philip Morris, and leadership rankings with Fortune’s most underrated CEOs.
Healthcare Policy Under the New Administration with Amber Walsh of McGuireWoods LLP 2-5-25
In this episode, Amber Walsh, Partner at McGuireWoods LLP, breaks down RFK Jr.’s confirmation, Dr. Oz’s expected role at CMS, executive orders impacting healthcare, potential Medicaid cuts, and what investors and operators should be watching closely in this evolving landscape.
3 Companies Cutting Jobs 2-5-25
In this episode, Scott Becker examines recent job cuts at Estee Lauder, Workday, and Julius Baer, analyzing whether these moves signal a broader trend or isolated adjustments.
13 Stories We Are Following Today 2-5-25
In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down the latest market trends, including tech sector struggles, major job cuts at top companies, and key movements in private equity.
KKR and the Regression of Private Equity 2-5-25
In this episode, Scott Becker examines KKR’s recent struggles, with its stock down 7.5%. He discusses the broader trend in private equity, where firms rely more on fee income rather than profitable deal-making, signaling potential challenges for the industry’s traditional investment model.
Building Teams in Business – 9 Quick Points 2-5-25
In this episode, Scott Becker shares nine essential insights on building and maintaining strong business teams.
Professional Relationships: Double Down, Abandon or Stay the Course? 2-4-25
In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down professional relationships into three key categories—those essential to success, those that drain your energy, and those worth maintaining but not prioritizing.