Boardroom Intelligence

Suddenly, a wave of innovative new AI products and applications are coming onto the market that are designed to make companies and investors more efficient and profitable.

Specialty finance companies experienced positive momentum during the second quarter and summer of 2023. Sustained demand for credit from both consumers and alternative funding, along with some encouraging macroeconomic trends, drove continued growth.

Cully Davis discusses the evolving dealmaking landscape, companies’ measured re-entry into the market, and the transformative potential of new innovations in artificial intelligence.

Seyonne Kang of Stepstone Group sheds light on the evolving private market landscape, emphasizing the balance between operational efficiency and growth, new avenues for investment, and the importance of a human-centric approach to business challenges.

At Jefferies’ Private Internet Conference, growth equity leader Sonya Brown discusses evolving consumer trends, technology’s impact on e-commerce, and new opportunities in the post-COVID economy.

At Jefferies’ 2023 Private Internet Conference, Jason Greenberg, Co-Head of Global Technology, Media, and Telecom Investment Banking, shared insight into the current investment landscape and the challenges associated with dealmaking. Activity may continue to lag in the short term, amid high interest rates and reduced business confidence, but Greenberg foresees a steady recovery in M&A […]

At Jefferies’ Private Internet Conference, Faraz Fatemi of Lightspeed Venture Partners discusses post-pandemic shifts in social media and e-commerce, highlighting the rise of recommendation media, new monetization models, and the evolving landscape for companies preparing for IPO.

GPs and LPs lately find themselves facing a similar conundrum. GPs want to raise new funds while maintaining the long-term upside of attractive assets they already own. But they also need liquidity – to return capital to LPs, support current portfolio companies or invest in new assets that suddenly have more compelling valuations. They are […]

Zach Weiner, Co-Founder and President of Overtime, offers a blueprint for companies navigating the rapidly evolving consumer landscape. His focus on audience centricity and digital adaptation made Overtime one of the most exciting new ventures in sports and media.

Spencer Rascoff, Co-Founder of Zillow, Hotwire, and Pacaso, underscores the enduring impact of the pandemic on consumer behavior. Companies in the experience economy are poised for tremendous growth, as consumers adopt a ‘live for the moment’ attitude in their spending.

Cameron Lester, Global Co-Head of Technology, Media, and Telecom Investment Banking, expresses bullishness on the future of the tech sector, despite recent financial tightening.

Gaurav Kittur, Global Co-Head of Internet Investment Banking, shares his perspective on challenges facing the tech ecosystem, the strategic adaptations made by startups, and emerging opportunities for growth.