Podcasts about Stepstone

In this episode of The Distribution, host Brandon Sedloff sits down with Jason Ment, President and Co-Chief Operating Officer of StepStone Group, to explore the scale and complexity of operational leadership inside one of the world's most dynamic private markets investment platforms. Jason shares how he transitioned from General Counsel into firmwide operations, and how StepStone has grown from 35 people to more than 1,100 globally while maintaining a culture of accountability, trust, and execution. They unpack what operational alpha means at the portfolio level, how StepStone approaches customized client solutions, and why transparency and leadership development are central to building a durable investment business. They also discuss: * Managing 700+ non-investment professionals across 27 global offices * Creating scalable communication systems and decision-making infrastructure * How acquisitions, integration, and cultural alignment shaped StepStone's evolution * The role of custom software, AI, and data strategy in delivering client outcomes * Adapting to new product structures for private wealth, defined contribution, and insurance * How StepStone empowers emerging leaders through sponsorship and strategic projects * The firm's view on operational and service alpha as core to long-term client retention This episode is a comprehensive look at what it takes to scale operations in private markets while staying mission-driven—and how great leadership begins with curiosity, trust, and clarity. Links: StepStone Group - https://www.stepstonegroup.com/ Jason on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-ment-5068b213/ Brandon on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/bsedloff/ Juniper Square - https://www.junipersquare.com/ Topics: (00:00:00) - Intro (00:02:36) - Jason's background and career (00:11:07) - Advice for folks wanting to do “more” within their role at work (00:12:48) - The evolution of StepStone Group (00:18:32) - How do you think about your role in the context of Operational Alpha? (00:20:59) - Scaling information access (00:24:46) - Operational Alpha in driving StepStone forward (00:26:42) - Flexibility and efficiency at scale (00:29:13) - What are you building toward over the next 5 years? (00:30:55) - Building vs. buying software tools (00:32:55) - What's something you've gotten wrong in your technology roadmap? (00:34:04) - How do you think about AI? (00:40:44) - The permission to innovate and the permission to fail (00:43:41) - How are you embracing the structural changes in the market? (00:50:44) - How do you think about the measurements of success in your organization? (00:52:28) - Delivering Service Alpha (00:56:15) - Leadership philosophies

In this episode, a bunch of great voices come together to chat about local events, personal experiences, and insights from their work. It kicks off with some announcements—including the “First Annual Fur Baby Fundraiser” and other happenings from the Central Virginia Business Coalition. Mike and Magen dive into why networking and community support really matter. Then Joshua E. Music shares how he got into ambient music, and Lamona talks about building a strong, supportive community. There's also a segment on the ups and downs of fostering and where to find help. The episode wraps up with some laughs and a reminder to stay involved with local efforts.

Et si nos plus belles décisions naissaient de l'imprévu et des risques que l'on accepte enfin de prendre ?Et si côtoyer l'altérité – qu'il s'agisse d'une rencontre ou d'un changement de pays – devenait l'occasion de porter un regard neuf sur soi, d'élargir son champ de vision, et de révéler des talents longtemps restés en sommeil ?C'est assurément avec un grand oui que Mathieu, l'invité de ce nouvel épisode, répondrait à ces questions. Né à Paris, où il grandit, étudie et entame sa carrière, il évolue depuis toujours dans un bain multiculturel… sans jamais oser y plonger pleinement. Il faudra une rencontre de cœur pour que l'intérieur rejoigne enfin l'extérieur.Grandir, c'est apprendre à créer sa propre lumière. Et parfois, partir, c'est la meilleure façon d'éclairer et dévoiler toutes nos facettes.Dans cet épisode, Mathieu partage son cheminement entre Paris et Berlin, son goût pour les chemins de traverse, ses contradictions pleinement assumées, et la manière dont il a trouvé sa voie professionnelle sans jamais cesser d'explorer.Une conversation qui mêle récit initiatique et conseils très concrets sur l'expatriation et le marché du travail allemand. Car Mathieu travaille aujourd'hui chez StepStone, l'une des plus grandes plateformes de recrutement en Allemagne, et son regard est aussi précieux que nuancé.Bref, un épisode à ne pas manquer – que vous soyez en quête d'inspiration pour votre propre trajectoire, ou à la recherche d'informations claires et actuelles sur le monde professionnel outre-Rhin.Merci Mathieu pour ce partage riche et sincère. Un parcours inspirant pour tous ceux qui se questionnent sur leur place professionnelle et personnelle à l'étranger.J'en profite pour vous donner rendez-vous le 2 juin 2025 à 18h30 à Munich au anderswo à Westend pour nous retrouver en personne.Le thème de ce podium de discussion : Craque le code de l'emploi munichois — un échange à trois voix avec Mathieu, mais aussi Charlotte, experte LinkedIn, et Ingrid, qui travaille au sein de l'Arbeitsamt. Le tout suivi d'un moment convivial autour d'un buffet préparé par Pierre.Les places sont limitées, alors pensez à réserver dès maintenant si ce n'est pas encore fait. Et bien sûr, faites passer le mot autour de vous à toutes celles et ceux que ça pourrait aider ou intéresser.Je prends ma place ! Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

Hunter Somerville is a Partner at StepStone Group, an asset management firm with over $150BN+ in assets under management. Hunter focuses on venture capital and growth equity investments which includes fund investments, directs, and secondaries.⭐ Sponsored by Podcast10x - Podcasting agency for VCs - https://podcast10x.comStepStone Group - https://www.stepstonegroup.com/Hunter Somerville on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/hunter-somerville-2a24117/In this episode we talk about -- The different strategies they invest in at StepStone private equity & VC team- Key things you look for in fund managers- The different risks they are undertaking when backing a fund- Common mistakes new GPs make- How big is the opportunity in the secondary market? - His advice to GPs aspiring to build the Sequoia of tomorrow& lots moreTimestamps:(00:00) Introduction(05:23) Hunter's background and career journey(06:26) StepStone's investment strategies(09:04) Key characteristics and criteria for primary fund investments(11:31) Managing DPI and liquidity in early-stage venture investments(14:09) Evaluating secondary investments and portfolio strategies(16:27) Risks associated with fund investments(20:10) Building relevance and value for venture capital funds(23:03) Common mistakes made by new General Partners (GPs)(24:45) StepStone's approach to growth stage direct investing(27:08) Comparing risk and return across different investment strategies(30:19) The secondary market opportunity and its growth(34:17) Liquidity dynamics in venture capital investments(36:10) Advice for GPs aspiring to build the next Sequoia or A16Z(37:46) Emerging trends and exciting investment areas in venture capital(40:28) Rapid fire round of questions about StepStone's investment approachFor sponsorship or guest appearance requests, write to prashantchoubey3@gmail.comSubscribe to VC10X on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts.

Climactic is an early-stage venture fund investing in the energy, AI, automation, and robotics sectors to address climate change and its effects. It is backed by folks like Chris Sacca, Reid Hoffman, Mio Partners, and StepStone.Prior to Climactic, Josh co-founded Freestyle Capital, where he sourced or invested in the unicorns: Airtable, Patreon, Betterup, and Intercom. He was a pioneer in the early days of the Internet where he co-founded Spinner, the first Internet music startup, acquired by AOL for $320M, and Crackle, a viral video startup, acquired by Sony for $65M. Josh's commitment to the environment is long-standing; he started a nonprofit app in 2014 to connect influencers (NBA, Guns N Roses, Mark Ruffalo, Al Gore, Evan Williams) to the most important climate actions from the leading nonprofits. --Here are six topics we covered in the podcast:Origins with Rock Stars and PresidentsJosh Felser co-founded ClimateX, connecting users to 100+ environmental nonprofits with partners like Al Gore, Guns N' Roses, and the NBA.Why He Left Traditional VCAfter success at Freestyle Capital, COVID and a five-month role in California's government led Josh to shift from consumer tech to climate venture, realizing business's role in systemic change.Climactic's EvolutionJosh and Raj Kapoor launched Climactic as a B2B climate tech fund, later narrowing their focus to AI and automation for enterprise sustainability and profitability.Two Portfolio BetsClimactic invested in Grit (robotics for faster, cheaper solar installs) and Copper (battery-integrated induction stoves for apartment electrification).Climate Messaging in the MAGA EraJosh advocates re-framing climate language—e.g., using “conservation” over “environmentalism”—to resonate with conservative audiences without losing authenticity.Personal WellnessJosh finds balance through humor, avoiding the 5 AM club, emotional resilience, and grounding reminders like a Buddha statue at his Stinson Beach home.--

In this conversation, I discuss the top job boards for job seekers in Germany, analyzing their strengths and weaknesses. I emphasize the importance of using multiple platforms, including StepStone, Indeed, LinkedIn, CareerB, and AbatNow. I also highlight the value of networking and joining communities to enhance job search efforts. The conversation provides insights into how to effectively navigate the job market in Germany, especially for English speakers.Get in touch info@careerbee.io

Felicia Mutterer, Co-Gründerin des FC Viktoria Berlin, spricht im KaffeehausTALK mit Lorenz Kirchschlager und Simon-Peter Charamza über Sportjournalismus, Kommunikation, Frauenfußball und Investoren. Felicia Mutterer kommt aus dem Sportjournalismus, hat sich am Medienmarkt mit dem Special-Interest-Magazin Straight und dem Podcast-Unternehmen Achtung Broadcast! selbständig und vor allem als Co-Gründerin des FC Viktoria Berlin einen Namen gemacht. In der aktuellen KaffeehausTALK-Episode spricht sie über ihre Risikofreude und gibt tiefe Einblicke in ihr Herzensprojekt Viktoria. Fußball-Weltmeisterschaft der Frauen 2019 in Frankreich. Ein tagelang voller Biergarten beim Public Viewing. Die Initialzündung für Felicia Mutterer, an der Gründung eines eigenen Fußballvereins zu arbeiten. Das Vorbild: Der amerikanische Netzwerk-Verein Angels City FC. Drei Jahre später, es ist Juli 2022 und die Frauen-Europameisterschaft in England steht vor der Tür, gründet sie mit fünf weiteren Frauen den etwas anderen Verein. Heute kennt man den FC Viktoria Berlin, weit über die deutschen Grenzen hinaus, als Lifestyle-Marke. Im KaffeehausTALK erklärt Mutterer den großen USP „Viktoria-Netzwerk“, für das mittlerweile 246 Personen aus Wirtschaft, Politik, Sport, Medien und Entertainment mit Minimum 10.000 Euro ein Ticket gelöst haben. Der Verein ist aktuell mit 8 Millionen Euro bewertet und öffnet sich gerade für weitere strategische Partner. Mutterer gibt im Podcast Einblick, warum Sponsoring bei ihnen Chefsache ist, skizziert wie man mit Frauenfußball neue Branchen anspricht, und gibt Preis, wie ein LinkedIn-Posting zu schnellen Deals mit Stepstone und Douglas geführt hat. Aber auch Herausforderungen wie die Berliner Sportinfrastruktur, ein Jahresbudget von rund einer Million Euro und der spürbare sportliche Druck, von der dritten in die zweite Liga aufsteigen zu müssen, werden thematisiert. Wer wissen will, was Tatort-Kommissarin Ulrike Folkerts mit all dem zu tun hat, der sollte spätestens jetzt die Play-Taste für die aktuelle KaffeehausTALK-Episode drücken. THEMENBERUFLICHE ANFÄNGE IM SPORTJOURNALISMUS, PODCASTERIN & CO-FOUNDERIN DER FC VIKTORIA BERLIN FRAUEN https://www.kaffeehaustalk.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/KHT_063_FeliciaMutterer_Kapitel_Hauptteil.mp3TIPPS, TRICKS UND TRENDShttps://www.kaffeehaustalk.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/KHT_063_FeliciaMutterer_Kapitel_TippsTricksTrends.mp3RÜCKBLICK UND AUSBLICKhttps://www.kaffeehaustalk.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/KHT_063_FeliciaMutterer_Kapitel_RueckblickAusblick.mp3WORDRAPhttps://www.kaffeehaustalk.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/KHT_063_FeliciaMutterer_Kapitel_Wordrap.mp3

What if you could tap into the infrastructure of tomorrow, today? As Americans, it's fair to say that some of our infrastructure and urban grids are outdated and must be invested in and updated. How can you incorporate infrastructure in your portfolio? Join Robert Curtiss and portfolio managers Matthew Marino and Jake Kelsall from StepStone … Read More Read More

Hunter Somerville, a partner at Stepstone Group, where he focuses on venture capital investing with a particular specialty of digital assets and micro venture capital. Based in the Baltimore area, we reflect on what made him stay in and return to that area and the path he took to get to venture capital. Our conversation digs into the weeds of venture capital investing including digital assets, blockchain as well as the market in secondary venture capital interests. We discuss liquidity, M&A, the IPO window and current headwinds for the venture capital industry as well as how investor use of these strategies is changing. We turn then to innovation and how people have started to embrace "big swing innovation" - innovation that can tackle big problems in categories such as defense, climate, aerospace and energy. AI does feature, but not as a lead character, more in a supporting role.  This Series is sponsored by Eagle Point Credit Management and Benefit Street Partners. With over $12 billion of AUM, Eagle Point Credit Management is a premier investment firm focused on generating strong returns for its clients through sourcing, evaluating and executing investments in CLOs, Portfolio Debt Securities and other credit investments that it believes shave the potential to outperform their respective markets generally. Visit www.eaglepointcredit.com to find out more.Benefit Street Partners is a leading global alternative credit asset manager offering clients investment solutions across a broad range of complementary credit strategies, including direct lending, special situations, structured credit, high yield bonds, leveraged loans and commercial real estate debt and equity. As of December 31, 2024, BSP-Alcentra had $77 billion of assets under management.

Want to know how venture capital is reshaping the future? Join us as we explore this dynamic landscape with industry experts. Robert Curtiss, CFP®, sits down with Stephen West and Anthony Giambrone from StepStone to demystify venture capital. They explore how this dynamic sector, historically the reserve of institutions, is becoming more accessible. Discover how … Read More Read More

In this episode of the InsuranceAUM.com podcast, host Stewart Foley, CFA, welcomes Fabian Korzendorfer, Partner with StepStone's Private Debt research team, for an in-depth discussion on Evergreen Funds: A Compelling Tool for Private Markets. Fabian joins from Switzerland to share his expertise on how evergreen funds provide flexibility, liquidity, and efficiency, making them an increasingly attractive option for both institutional and individual investors. Together, they explore the structural advantages of evergreen funds over traditional drawdown models, their impact on portfolio diversification, and why private debt is particularly well-suited for this investment vehicle.   Stewart and Fabian also dive into how evergreen funds manage liquidity, their role in mitigating the J-curve effect, and their growing appeal to insurance investors navigating capital efficiency and regulatory considerations. Fabian offers insights into the operational and reporting benefits of these funds, along with career advice for finance professionals looking to navigate the evolving landscape of private markets. Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation that unpacks the rising prominence of evergreen funds and their potential to reshape private market investing.

In this episode, Brian is joined by Michael Broadhurst, Chief Operating Officer at Stepstone Hospitality. With more than 30 properties across the United States, Stepstone is a premier hotel and restaurant management company driven by an unwavering commitment to excellence in every aspect of their operations. Through tailored operating strategies that complement investment objectives, Stepstone has continuously enhanced the value of their clients' assets. Tune in to hear who Michael Thanks for helping him along the way.

In this episode of the InsuranceAUM.com Podcast, host Stewart Foley, CFA, sits down with Anthony Giambrone and Stephen West, both Managing Directors on the Venture Capital and Growth team at StepStone, to explore an asset class that isn't traditionally front and center for insurance portfolios: venture capital. They discuss why insurers may want to consider VC exposure, how the asset class has evolved over the years, and what strategies can help insurance investors navigate this space.   With insurance investment portfolios becoming more diversified, Anthony and Stephen share insights on why venture capital has gained traction among institutional investors, how secondaries and emerging managers fit into the equation, and why consistency is key when allocating to VC. They also touch on the impact of AI, changing IPO dynamics, and the role of data in investment decision-making. Don't miss this deep dive into an asset class that could reshape insurance investing.

Im vergangenen Jahr blieben durchschnittlich 700.000 Stellen unbesetzt. Die wichtigste Ressource der Unternehmen, der Mensch, wird knapp. Der demografische Wandel mit sinkenden Geburtenraten und einer alternden Bevölkerung gefährdet zunehmend Wirtschaft, Wachstum und Wohlstand. Unsere Sozial-, Gesundheits- und Rentensysteme stehen vor einer beispiellosen Belastungsprobe. Auch Demokratie und gesellschaftlicher Zusammenhalt sind bedroht. Nicht Arbeitslosigkeit, sondern der Arbeitskräftemangel wird neben dem Klimawandel zu einem der zentralen Probleme des 21. Jahrhunderts. Was können Politik und Unternehmen tun? Soll das Renteneintrittsalter auf 70 Jahre angehoben werden? Ist es sinnvoller, über Samstagsarbeit und die 48-Stunden-Woche zu diskutieren als über die Vier-Tage-Woche? Wie können mehr Teilzeitkräfte, insbesondere Frauen, in den Arbeitsmarkt integriert werden? Welche Maßnahmen im Bildungsbereich sind notwendig, um der Arbeiterlosigkeit entgegenzuwirken? Wie wird sich KI auf den Arbeitsmarkt auswirken? Deutschland braucht in Zukunft jährlich 500.000 bis 700.000 Arbeitskräfte aus dem Ausland, um zumindest die Lücke zu schließen, die die Babyboomer hinterlassen. Stattdessen dominieren die Themen Migration, Ausgrenzung, Abschottung und sogar Re-Migrationsdebatten die öffentliche Diskussion. Was muss getan werden, damit die notwendige Migration und eine erfolgreiche Integration gelingen? Was macht Unternehmen in Zeiten des Arbeitskräftemangels attraktiv? Welche Faktoren sind entscheidend, um gute Mitarbeitende zu halten? Wie finden Unternehmen passende Mitarbeitende und welche Rolle spielt KI im Recruiting, heute und in Zukunft? Antworten auf diese und weitere Fragen gibt Sebastian Dettmers in dieser Podcast-Folge. Neugierig geworden? Dann unbedingt reinhören! Sebastian Dettmers ist CEO von StepStone, einer der größten europäischen Online-Jobplattformen und Experte für Arbeit, Arbeitsmarkt und Produktivität. Zudem ist er Autor des Buches „Die große Arbeiterlosigkeit – Warum eine schrumpfende Bevölkerung unseren Wohlstand bedroht und was wir dagegen tun können“ sowie Mitherausgeber von „Zukunft im Widerspruch – Wie Deutschland sich jetzt neu erfinden muss.“ Die WAZ schreibt über ihn: „Dettmers spürt den Puls des deutschen Arbeitsmarkts so unmittelbar wie nur wenige Unternehmenslenker“.

In dieser Episode des Iventa-HR-Podcasts – „Menschen und Karrieren“ – spricht Martin Mayer mit Dr. Tobias Zimmermann, Evangelist der Stepstone Group, über die zentralen Herausforderungen und Entwicklungen auf dem Arbeitsmarkt. Tobias Zimmermann teilt dabei wertvolle Einblicke und praktische Tipps, die Unternehmen und Arbeitnehmer*innen gleichermaßen inspirieren. Denn der Arbeitsmarkt von morgen bringt spannende Herausforderungen mit sich und wirft wichtige Fragen auf: Haben wir die Tragweite des demografischen Wandels für Unternehmen und Arbeitnehmende wirklich erkannt? Wie wird KI die Arbeitswelt in den kommenden Jahren prägen? Welche Rolle spielen Migration und Fachkräftezuwanderung aus globaler Perspektive? Und wie entstehen neue Karriereperspektiven in einer sich ständig wandelnden Arbeitswelt?

In dieser Folge tauchen wir tief in die Welt der Freigeister ein und beleuchten das Thema Glück. Wir erkunden gemeinsam, warum es für uns manchmal so schwierig sein kann, unser Glück zu finden und wie wir es stattdessen aktiv gestalten können.   Du erfährst unter anderem: Warum Freigeister oft das Gefühl haben, nach etwas zu suchen Die drei Säulen des Glücks für Freigeister: Verbindung, Freiheit und persönliches Wachstum Praktische Tipps, wie du dein Glück im Alltag umsetzen kannst Wie du deine einzigartigen Stärken nutzt, um ein erfülltes Leben zu führen — Kostenloser Traumjob Crashkurs am Dienstag, den 21.01.  Mit der LifeDesign-Methode zum Traumjob. Wenn du keine Lust mehr hast auf Stepstone und co, dann komm bei unserem Traumjob Training vorbei. Ich zeige dir, wie wir mit unseren Kunden herausfinden, welcher Job als nächstes wirklich zu ihnen passt. Melde dich jetzt an. 

In this episode, we chat with Chris Forman, founder of Appcast, about building a recruitment tech powerhouse while avoiding the classic startup trap of “too many ideas, not enough brains.” We cover Appcast's rise from "rail builder" to Stepstone acquisition (thanks, "Daddy Warbucks" Axel Springer) and the buzzworthy Bayard deal. Was it genius strategy or just IPO window dressing? Chris doesn't hold back—and might admit to ruffling some agency feathers. We also dive into why recruitment tech still struggles with basics like “Does this candidate meet the job requirements?” and whether industry leaders are the next Blockbuster in a Netflix world. Plus, Chris answers the big question: What even IS Appcast? Packed with sharp insights, laughs, and maybe a cheese joke (Chris loves dairy farms), this episode is a must-listen for HR pros, tech geeks, and anyone curious about the chaos behind the scenes.

Wir haben ein Problem! Und zwar ein großes. Es geht um nichts Geringeres als unseren Wohlstand. Denn die deutsche Bevölkerung wird überproportional alt. Das verursacht nach Jahren des wirtschaftlichen Wachstums einen noch nie da gewesenen Mangel an qualifizierten Arbeitskräften und zunehmende Unproduktivität. Die "große Arbeiterlosigkeit" werde die neue Herausforderung sein, sagt Sebastian Dettmers. Er ist Chef der Stepstone Group, einer der größten Job-Plattformen der Welt, und hat ein Buch über das Phänomen geschrieben. Ihm zufolge droht ein Jahrhundert des Rückschritts, eine jahrzehntelange Rezession.Die "große Arbeiterlosigkeit" ist in Deutschland längst spürbar: Es fehlen so viele Fachkräfte wie nie. Immer mehr Unternehmen müssen ihre Geschäfte einschränken, weil sie kein Personal finden. In absoluten Zahlen verliert Deutschland laut dem Institut der Deutschen Wirtschaft dadurch 2024 rund 49 Milliarden Euro. Bis 2027 werden es sogar 74 Milliarden Euro.Welche Lösungen gibt es für dieses Problem? Welche Rolle wird Künstliche Intelligenz dabei spielen? Müssen wir alle länger arbeiten? Wie hoch ist das ungenutzte Potenzial von Frauen, die arbeiten wollen, aber wegen fehlender Kinderbetreuung nicht können? Über diese Themen und noch vieles mehr sprechen Sebastian Dettmers und Janna Linke im ntv-Podcast "Startup - Jetzt ganz ehrlich". Bei dieser Folge handelt es sich um einen Re-Upload. Das Gespräch mit Sebastian Dettmers haben wir erstmals am 25.06.2024 ausgestrahlt."Startup - jetzt ganz ehrlich" - der Podcast mit Janna Linke. Auf RTL+ und überall, wo es Podcasts gibt: Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, RSS-FeedUnsere allgemeinen Datenschutzrichtlinien finden Sie unter https://datenschutz.ad-alliance.de/podcast.htmlUnsere allgemeinen Datenschutzrichtlinien finden Sie unter https://art19.com/privacy. Die Datenschutzrichtlinien für Kalifornien sind unter https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info abrufbar.

Es waren noch nie so viele Menschen in Arbeit, es wurden schon lange nicht mehr so viele Stellen so lange nicht besetzt. Wir hören Geschichten von immer mehr Insolvenzen und zugleich immer noch von (Fach-)Arbeitskräftemangel. Der Beziehungsstatus Arbeitnehmer:in und Arbeitsmarkt ist kompliziert. Drei Arbeitsmarktexpert:innen von der Bundesanstalt für Arbeit, Indeed und Stepstone schauen voraus auf die Entwicklugen des Arbeitsmarktes speziell für die über 55Jährigen.

In this episode of the Chad and Cheese podcast, hosts Joel Cheeseman and Chad Soash welcome Chris Foreman, founder and outgoing CEO of AppCast. The conversation covers Chris's background, the evolution of AppCast, its market position, and the state of the job board industry. Chris shares insights on the importance of performance advertising, the challenges faced by job boards, and the dynamics of partnerships with major players like Indeed and StepStone. The discussion highlights the need for innovation and adaptability in the recruitment technology space. In this conversation, Chris discusses the dynamics of business ownership and relationships, particularly in the context of AppCast's acquisition by StepStone. He emphasizes the importance of strategic acquisitions and how they align with customer needs. The discussion also delves into the current state of programmatic job advertising, highlighting challenges in user experience and the competitive landscape. Chris shares insights on future directions for the industry and reflects on his leadership transition as he prepares to step down as CEO. Chapters 00:00 - Introduction to Chris Foreman and AppCast 04:50 - The Evolution of AppCast and Its Market Position 10:35 - Go-to-Market Strategy and Timing for Success 14:25 - State of the Job Board Industry 22:11 -Insights on Indeed and StepStone 30:39 - Navigating Business Relationships and Ownership Dynamics 36:02 - Strategic Acquisitions and Market Positioning 40:17 - The State of Programmatic Job Advertising 54:39 - Future Directions and Leadership Transitions Keywords AppCast, Chris Forman, job boards, recruitment technology, market strategy, performance advertising, HR industry, job marketplace, hiring trends, business insights, business relationships, acquisitions, programmatic advertising, job market, leadership transitions, stepstone, Bayard advertising, indeed.com,

In this episode of the Dakota Fundraising News Podcast, Pat and Konch spotlight major job changes, including Andrew Sullivan being named CEO of Prudential Financial, Nuno Matos taking over as CEO of ANZ Group, and Elijah McGowen joining StepStone as VP of Private Debt. In RIA/FA M&A, SageView acquires OnTrack 401(k) to bolster its retirement consulting business, Concurrent Investment Advisors adds eight advisors managing $885M in assets, and Serenus Wealth goes bi-coastal with a new partner and office in New York. Institutional coverage highlights Iowa PERS's upcoming absolute return manager search and 2025 commitment pacing plans for private equity, credit, and real assets. Massachusetts Housing Finance Agency Retirement System approved allocations to Constitution, HarbourVest, and Mesirow, while D.C. Retirement Board preps for an RFP for an active international equity manager. Investment news includes Houston Police Officers' Pension committing $50M to NB Private Debt Fund V and Cincinnati Retirement System committing $30M across Siguler Guff, PEG Co-Investment, and Timber Bay. Fundraising updates feature Virtus launching the Seix AAA Private Credit CLO ETF, H.I.G. Capital closing its Loan Opportunity Fund VII at $1B, and Triton Partners raising over €1B for its third Debt Opportunities Fund. Stay tuned for the latest in institutional and wealth management news.

In this episode of the InsuranceAUM.com Podcast, our host Stewart Foley, CFA, dives into the fascinating world of quantitative methods in insurance asset management with experts from Principal Asset Management, StepStone Group, and Fidelity Investments. Together, they explore how data-driven strategies are transforming portfolio construction, risk assessment, and liquidity management in private markets. From understanding how quants develop models to navigating the unique challenges of private markets, this episode delivers actionable insights for institutional investors.   Learn how quantitative approaches help identify opportunities, mitigate risks, and drive smarter investment decisions. Whether you're curious about how quants build tailored solutions or the latest trends in private real estate and equity, this conversation is packed with expert perspectives and practical knowledge for today's insurance asset managers.

In this episode of Financial Detox, host Jason Labrum and co-host Alex Klingensmith are joined by Bob Long, CEO of StepStone Private Wealth, for an insightful conversation on the role of alternative investments in today's unpredictable markets. They discuss the value of diversifying portfolios with private equity, private credit, and infrastructure, especially as traditional markets face increased volatility. Bob highlights the unique advantages of private investments, such as their potential for higher returns and enhanced diversification, making them a powerful tool for high-net-worth investors. The conversation also covers the evolution of Evergreen Funds, which give individual investors access to institutional-level opportunities without the usual complexities of private markets. Beyond finance, Bob shares his philanthropic work with Gift of Adoption and emphasizes the importance of meaningful giving. The episode concludes with key advice on partnering with fiduciary advisors to navigate complex financial landscapes and make sound investment decisions. Bob Long's Wife's Family Farm: https://www.tryonmountainfarms.com/shop Tune in for a conversation that blends personal stories with professional insights, designed to help you avoid toxic financial advice and achieve true financial peace of mind. More on Jason Labrum https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonlabrum/ and Alex Klingensmith https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-klingensmith-cfp%C2%AE-94986b7/ ______________________________ More on Financial Detox: Website: https://www.idawealth.com/financial-detox/ Buy the Book: https://www.amazon.com/Financial-Detox-Achieve-Independence-Maximum-ebook/dp/B0795B2WX4/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= _____________________________ More on IDA Wealth: Website: https://www.idawealth.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/idawealth/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/idawealth/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IntelligenceDrivenAdvisers #markets #business #stockmarket #investment #money #news #politics #finance #financialplanning #financial detox ___________________________ Disclosure The Financial Detox podcast is provided by Intelligence Driven Advisers, LLC (“IDA”), an SEC registered Investment Adviser; however, such registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. Any references to SEC registration are not an endorsement or indication of approval by the SEC. The information presented in this podcast is intended for general informational purposes only and should not be construed as specific tax, legal or investment advice. Participants are strongly encouraged to consult with their personal advisers regarding their specific financial and tax situation. Investing involves risk and there is always the potential for loss. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results. Information provided reflects IDA's views as of a particular time. Such views along with tax laws and regulations are subject to change at any point and IDA shall not be obligated to provide notice of any change. IDA makes no representations or warranties, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the information presented in this podcast. The firm disclaims any liability for errors or omissions in the information or for any actions taken in reliance on the information provided herein. The S&P 500, or Standard & Poor's 500, is a stock market index that measures the performance of 500 of the largest publicly traded companies in the United States. These companies are selected based on their market capitalization, liquidity, and industry representation, making the index a broad indicator of the overall U.S. stock market and economy. The S&P 500 is widely regarded as a benchmark for the performance of the U.S. equity market, and it includes companies from a variety of industries, such as technology, healthcare, financial services, and consumer goods. The index is weighted by market capitalization, meaning that companies with larger market values have a greater impact on the index's overall performance. https://www.investopedia.com/terms/s/sp500.asp

Today marks the launch of a new show on Alt Goes Mainstream: What's Your Edge?Every person, every company, every fund has something that makes them special.Makes them stand out from the crowd.Gives them an unfair advantage.Tips the scales in favor of success.In this episode,  I ask our special guest, Bob Long, “What's Your Edge?”Bob Long is CEO of StepStone Group's Stepstone Private Wealth. He has three decades of experience in the private markets and has led investment teams for global firms in both the general partner and the limited partner role. He has served as the CEO of two publicly-traded companies focused on expanding private market access for high net worth investors.Prior to StepStone Private Wealth, Bob was the CEO of OHA Investment Corporation, a publicly-traded specialty finance company. Previously, he co-founded Conversus Capital, the largest publicly traded fund of third-party private equity funds with $3 billion of AUM and served as its CEO. Previously, he led Bank of America's $7 billion strategic capital division. Early in his career, Bob served as the lead in-house counsel for a large portion of Bank of America's Investment Banking Division and worked as a securities lawyer for a major law firm.A recognized industry leader, Bob was named one of 50 “GameChangers” by Private Equity International, has been profiled in the WSJ, and hosted CNBC Squawk Box Europe on numerous occasions.On today's podcast, Bob and I discuss the nuances of evergreen funds and the unique features and offerings of StepStone Private Wealth's evergreen strategies.Thanks Bob for coming on the show to share your wisdom, experience, and your edge.Show Notes00:00 Introduction00:38 Welcome to What's Your Edge?01:01 Meet StepStone Private Wealth CEO Bob Long: A Leader in Private Markets03:09 Lessons from Public Markets04:34 Evergreen Fund Structure05:27 Benefits of Evergreen Funds06:25 Immediate Investment Advantage07:20 Evergreen Funds and Financial Advisors07:35 Evergreen Fund Liquidity08:04 StepStone's Approach to Evergreen Funds09:09 StepStone's Strategy and Structure09:32 Balancing Inflows and Outflows10:34 Importance of Deal Flow11:04 Balancing Liquidity and Returns11:56 StepStone's Competitive Advantage13:52 Portfolio Construction14:57 Diversification in Private Markets16:06 Evergreen Fund Structures19:44 Liquidity in Private Markets27:57 Key Takeaways for Investors29:53 Operational Due Diligence Essentials30:13 Key Questions for Evergreen Fund Structures30:36 Understanding Fee Structures30:42 Management Fees and Leverage31:33 Incentive Fees Explained32:19 Administrative Costs and Transparency32:34 Fee Compression in Evergreen Funds34:11 Portfolio Construction Strategies34:24 Investing in Secondaries37:10 Psychology of Allocators38:04 Accessibility and Minimum Investments38:43 Investor Profiles and Strategies40:36 Transparency and Performance41:40 Rebalancing and Evergreen Funds43:10 Model Portfolios and Private Markets45:19 StepStone's Investor-Centric Approach46:15 StepStone's Competitive Edge48:31 Growth of Secondaries and Private Markets51:37 Future Trends in Private Markets55:30 Philanthropy and Purposeful Stewardship

Deutschland bekommt den Fachkräftemangel nicht in den Griff. "Das sollte uns Sorgen machen", sagt Stepstone-Chef Sebastian Dettmers im ntv-Podcast "Wieder was gelernt". Zu viele Menschen seien nicht ausreichend qualifiziert. Mehr und länger arbeiten sei nur eine Notlösung - helfen könne bloß mehr Technologie und eine bessere Bildung.Mit? Sebastian Dettmers, CEO der Online-Jobplattform Stepstone.Text und Moderation: Caroline AmmeSie haben Fragen? Schreiben Sie eine E-Mail an podcasts@ntv.deSie möchten uns unterstützen? Dann bewerten Sie den Podcast gerne bei Apple Podcasts oder Spotify.Alle Rabattcodes und Infos zu unseren Werbepartnern finden Sie hier: https://linktr.ee/wiederwasgelerntUnsere allgemeinen Datenschutzrichtlinien finden Sie unter https://datenschutz.ad-alliance.de/podcast.htmlUnsere allgemeinen Datenschutzrichtlinien finden Sie unter https://art19.com/privacy. Die Datenschutzrichtlinien für Kalifornien sind unter https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info abrufbar.

In this episode of the Wealth Management Invest podcast, host David Bodamer sits down with Bob Long, CEO and partner of StepStone Private Wealth, to explore StepStone's approach to developing private market investments for the wealth channel.  Long discusses why Stepstone has opted for evergreen funds—semi-liquid, continuously invested structures rather than traditional drawdown funds. Such … Read More Read More

In this episode of the Dakota Fundraising News Podcast, Pat and Konch discuss key developments in private credit and secondaries, including Citigroup and Apollo's $25B direct-lending program and StepStone's $7.4B private equity secondaries fund. We highlight important job changes across the institutional and private wealth sectors, including new appointments at Mercer Global Advisors and Steward Partners. In the RIA/FA M&A segment, we cover Kingswood's acquisition of two Eudaimonia RIAs managing over $1B and LPL Financial's addition of a $400M NYC team. Lastly, we explore institutional searches, investments, and new fund launches, including commitments from the San Antonio Police and Fire Pension Fund and the New Mexico State Investment Council. Stay tuned for the latest industry insights!

In this episode of the Chad and Cheese Podcast, the boys discuss various topics related to the recruiting industry in Europe and beyond, including recent news about Google and StepStone, shout outs to industry players, and a deep dive into the dynamics of European media and classifieds businesses. They also analyze legal battles involving JobIndex and Google, and engage in a 'Buy or Sell' segment featuring startups like SkillVue, Jobbilla, and Flowit, providing insights into their potential in the market. Hot Takes The recruiting industry is facing significant changes due to technology and investment. Shout outs highlight the importance of community and collaboration in the industry. Media and classifieds businesses are undergoing major transformations with new ownership structures. Legal battles, such as Job Index vs. Google, reflect the complexities of the digital job market. SkillView aims to address the skills gap with innovative AI solutions. Jobbilla's approach to recruitment lacks unique offerings in a competitive market. Flowit focuses on employee retention through real-time feedback, but raises concerns about the role of managers. The hosts emphasize the need for human interaction in employee engagement strategies. Investments in startups reflect the growing importance of technology in recruitment. The podcast encourages listeners to stay informed and engaged with industry developments. Chapters 00:00 - Introduction and Context 02:54 - Shout Outs and Industry News 05:58 - Media and Classifieds Business Dynamics 09:06 - JobIndex vs. Google: Legal Battles 11:56 - Buy or Sell: SkillVue 23:53 - Buy or Sell: Jobbilla 30:04 - Buy or Sell: Flowit

Wenn die Bevölkerung schrumpft und die Produktivität stagniert, bedroht das den Wohlstand, sagt Stepstone-CEO Sebastian Dettmers. Ein Gespräch über den Arbeitskräftemangel, KI beim Recruiting und mögliche Lösungsansätze. (00:00:00) Intro (00:01:23) Begrüßung (00:01:49) Aktuelle Krise und Arbeitskräftemangel (00:02:38) Warum wird der Mensch knapp? (00:04:32) Lösungen für den Arbeitskräftemangel (00:08:27) Migration und Arbeitskräftemangel (00:11:05) Das Bruttosozialprodukt steigern (00:14:57) Das Potenzial der KI (00:17:29) Potenzielle Abwärtsspirale (00:19:45) Mutmacher (00:24:51) Wünsche an die Politik (00:27:12) Outro Hier entlang geht's zu den Links unserer Werbepartner: https://detektor.fm/werbepartner/brand-eins-podcast Hier geht's zur aktuellen brand eins: https://www.brandeins.de/products/brand-eins-09-2024 Und hier geht es zu den vier Folgen zur „Zukunft der Arbeit“: Mit Daniel Dettling: https://detektor.fm/wirtschaft/brand-eins-podcast-daniel-dettling-zukunft-arbeit?highlight=Daniel%20Dettling Mit Carsten Brosda: https://detektor.fm/wirtschaft/brand-eins-podcast-carsten-brosda-kreativwirtschaft-hamburg?highlight=Carsten%20Brosda Mit Carsten Maschmeyer: https://detektor.fm/wirtschaft/brand-eins-podcast-hans-rusinek-home-office-vier-tage-woche-arbeit?highlight=Hans%20RUsinek Und mit Hans Rusinek: https://detektor.fm/wirtschaft/brand-eins-podcast-hans-rusinek-home-office-vier-tage-woche-arbeit?highlight=Hans%20RUsinek >> Artikel zum Nachlesen: https://detektor.fm/wirtschaft/brand-eins-podcast-sebastian-dettmers-fachkraeftemangel

Wenn die Bevölkerung schrumpft und die Produktivität stagniert, bedroht das den Wohlstand, sagt Stepstone-CEO Sebastian Dettmers. Ein Gespräch über den Arbeitskräftemangel, KI beim Recruiting und mögliche Lösungsansätze. (00:00:00) Intro (00:01:23) Begrüßung (00:01:49) Aktuelle Krise und Arbeitskräftemangel (00:02:38) Warum wird der Mensch knapp? (00:04:32) Lösungen für den Arbeitskräftemangel (00:08:27) Migration und Arbeitskräftemangel (00:11:05) Das Bruttosozialprodukt steigern (00:14:57) Das Potenzial der KI (00:17:29) Potenzielle Abwärtsspirale (00:19:45) Mutmacher (00:24:51) Wünsche an die Politik (00:27:12) Outro Hier entlang geht's zu den Links unserer Werbepartner: https://detektor.fm/werbepartner/brand-eins-podcast Hier geht's zur aktuellen brand eins: https://www.brandeins.de/products/brand-eins-09-2024 Und hier geht es zu den vier Folgen zur „Zukunft der Arbeit“: Mit Daniel Dettling: https://detektor.fm/wirtschaft/brand-eins-podcast-daniel-dettling-zukunft-arbeit?highlight=Daniel%20Dettling Mit Carsten Brosda: https://detektor.fm/wirtschaft/brand-eins-podcast-carsten-brosda-kreativwirtschaft-hamburg?highlight=Carsten%20Brosda Mit Carsten Maschmeyer: https://detektor.fm/wirtschaft/brand-eins-podcast-hans-rusinek-home-office-vier-tage-woche-arbeit?highlight=Hans%20RUsinek Und mit Hans Rusinek: https://detektor.fm/wirtschaft/brand-eins-podcast-hans-rusinek-home-office-vier-tage-woche-arbeit?highlight=Hans%20RUsinek >> Artikel zum Nachlesen: https://detektor.fm/wirtschaft/brand-eins-podcast-sebastian-dettmers-fachkraeftemangel

Wenn die Bevölkerung schrumpft und die Produktivität stagniert, bedroht das den Wohlstand, sagt Stepstone-CEO Sebastian Dettmers. Ein Gespräch über den Arbeitskräftemangel, KI beim Recruiting und mögliche Lösungsansätze. (00:00:00) Intro (00:01:23) Begrüßung (00:01:49) Aktuelle Krise und Arbeitskräftemangel (00:02:38) Warum wird der Mensch knapp? (00:04:32) Lösungen für den Arbeitskräftemangel (00:08:27) Migration und Arbeitskräftemangel (00:11:05) Das Bruttosozialprodukt steigern (00:14:57) Das Potenzial der KI (00:17:29) Potenzielle Abwärtsspirale (00:19:45) Mutmacher (00:24:51) Wünsche an die Politik (00:27:12) Outro Hier entlang geht's zu den Links unserer Werbepartner: https://detektor.fm/werbepartner/brand-eins-podcast Hier geht's zur aktuellen brand eins: https://www.brandeins.de/products/brand-eins-09-2024 Und hier geht es zu den vier Folgen zur „Zukunft der Arbeit“: Mit Daniel Dettling: https://detektor.fm/wirtschaft/brand-eins-podcast-daniel-dettling-zukunft-arbeit?highlight=Daniel%20Dettling Mit Carsten Brosda: https://detektor.fm/wirtschaft/brand-eins-podcast-carsten-brosda-kreativwirtschaft-hamburg?highlight=Carsten%20Brosda Mit Carsten Maschmeyer: https://detektor.fm/wirtschaft/brand-eins-podcast-hans-rusinek-home-office-vier-tage-woche-arbeit?highlight=Hans%20RUsinek Und mit Hans Rusinek: https://detektor.fm/wirtschaft/brand-eins-podcast-hans-rusinek-home-office-vier-tage-woche-arbeit?highlight=Hans%20RUsinek >> Artikel zum Nachlesen: https://detektor.fm/wirtschaft/brand-eins-podcast-sebastian-dettmers-fachkraeftemangel

Tom is co-founder and head of research and portfolio management at StepStone, which manages over $150B and focuses on private markets. Tom shares an overview and insights about the various segments within private markets: equity, credit, real estate, infrastructure and secondaries.

In this episode of the InsuranceAUM.com Podcast, host Stewart Foley is joined by Adam Reisler, a partner at StepStone in the infrastructure and real assets team, connecting from Australia. Together, they delve into the dynamic world of private infrastructure investment, a sector that has experienced exponential growth from $100 billion in 2009 to $1.3 trillion today.   Adam shares his expertise on why infrastructure is increasingly becoming a vital asset class for institutional investors, especially insurance companies with long-dated liabilities. They discuss key trends driving the infrastructure boom, such as energy transition, digital infrastructure, and the rising influence of AI. Adam also highlights the various investment strategies and structures available for those looking to enter the infrastructure space.   Tune in to gain valuable insights on the current and future landscape of infrastructure investing, and hear Adam's personal career journey and advice for young professionals.

This week, the boys are covering a ton of news. Hackajob impresses, while Axel Springer is considering spinning off its digital classifieds division, which includes StepStone and Aviv Group. Deel keeps winning with its latest acquisition of Hofy, while Lattice's decision to treat AI agents as employees fell flat with Netizens. DEI took a big hit with the disbanding of Microsoft's diversity and inclusion team and SHRM deleting "equity" from its messaging. Plus, how do you take your Skyline Chili? Chapters 00:00 - Introduction 05:13 - Hackajob's new AI integration  06:55 - Richard Simmons Tribute 08:36 - Free Stuff 10:59 - RecFest Announcement 12:21 - Redbox Liquidation 14:17 - Axel Springer Rum Springer 18:08 - Deal Acquires Hofy 24:13 - Lattice AI Controversy 29:10 - Microsoft Dumps DEI  44:15 - Skyline Chili #1 Keywords Axel Springer, spin-off, digital classifieds, StepStone, Aviv Group, media assets, restructuring, European strategy, acquisition, remote office equipment management, payroll provider, AI agents, employees, diversity and inclusion, fast food chains, Skyline Chili, In-N-Out, Whataburger, Hattie B's, Lattice.

The Shred is a weekly roundup of who's raised funds, who's been acquired and who's on the move in the world of recruitment. The Shred is brought to you today by Jobcase.

They boys are talkin' CareerBuilder and Monster merging this week. The deal is expected to close in Q3 and is subject to regulatory approvals. This merger comes as both companies have faced challenges in recent years, with CareerBuilder being sold off in pieces by Apollo and Monster struggling to revive its brand under Randstad's guidance. It remains to be seen how this merger will impact the job board industry and the competition with Indeed, LinkedIn and others. They also talk about Phenom's acquisition of Tidy and its implications for the applicant tracking system space. The conversation then shifts to LinkedIn's new AI features and the controversy surrounding them, as well as the emergence of Unikon.ai as a potential competitor to LinkedIn in India. Finally, they discuss a lawsuit in Florida challenging a new law that raises the age requirement for strippers, er, adult entertainment workers. Chapters 00:00 - CareerBuilder and Monster Merger 17:09 - Challenges and Timing 18:03 - Impact on the Job Board Industry 19:50 - Competition with Indeed and LinkedIn 20:02 - Apollo's Strategy 20:52 - Monster's Struggle 27:55 - Phenom's Expansion into the ATS Space 34:42 - LinkedIn's AI Features 40:07- -Unikon: A Competitor to LinkedIn 45:23 - Challenging Florida's Law on Adult Entertainment Workers Keywords CareerBuilder, Monster, merger, Apollo Global Management, job board, acquisition, staffing, competition, Indeed, LinkedIn, Monster, StepStone, acquisition, Phenom, Tidy, applicant tracking system, LinkedIn, AI features, Unikon, professional networking, Florida, strip clubs, adult entertainment workers

This week, the boys discuss recent excursions in Asia and Europe, as well as recent industry news. They cover topics such as the decline in job postings, the acquisition of Textkernel by Bullhorn, the rebranding of StepStone, and the funding of TechWolf and FairNow. The conversation also touches on the importance of AI in the recruitment industry and the trend towards skills-based hiring. In this conversation, Chad and Joel discuss various topics including skills-based hiring, AI governance software, the decline in traffic for job search engine Indeed, the car industry's trends, and the use of AI assistants in financial advising. They explore the challenges and opportunities presented by these themes and provide insights into the future of these industries. Highlights Travel experiences in Asia and Europe Decline in job postings and the impact on the recruitment industry Acquisition of Textkernel by Bullhorn and the importance of AI in recruitment Rebranding of StepStone and the significance of consistent branding Funding of TechWolf and the trend towards skills-based hiring Companies struggle with skills-based hiring because they often don't understand the specific skills required for a job. Testing candidates for these skills before hiring them can be more effective than relying on traditional screening processes. AI governance software is becoming increasingly important for companies in highly regulated industries. Fair now, an AI compliance company, has raised $3.5 million in seed funding to expand its operations. Job search engine Indeed has seen a decline in global and US traffic, possibly due to changes in Google's algorithm and the rise of AI summaries. Competitors like ZipRecruiter have shown different trends, suggesting specific challenges for Indeed. The car industry is experiencing various trends, including the rise of EVs, the challenges of infrastructure and consumer spending habits, and the impact of competition on companies like Tesla. Morgan Stanley is using generative AI assistants to improve efficiency and client engagement for its financial advisors. This trend of using AI assistants for administrative tasks is expected to continue across industries. Chapters 00:00 - Introduction and Travel Adventures 08:05 - The Acquisition of Textkernel by Bullhorn 11:37 - StepStone's Rebranding 25:08 -Skills-Based Hiring Challenges 26:24 -The Rise of AI Governance Software 29:17 -The Decline in Traffic for Job Search Engine Indeed 33:29 -Trends in the Car Industry: EVs and Competition 46:35 -AI Assistants in Financial Advising: Improving Efficiency 51:15 -The Challenges Faced by Hooters

Join Chad and Lieven in this week's episode as they dive into Europe's hottest tech news. With Joel savoring Singaporean street food, the duo tackles LinkedIn's new AI career coaches and the impact of Bullhorn acquiring Text Kernel on the recruitment industry. They explore Revolut's surprising move into HR tech with Revolut People, discussing potential privacy concerns and market implications. Lieven passionately defends traditional brewing against AI enhancements in Belgian beer, while Chad shares his excitement. They also critique StepStone's recent rebranding efforts and their potential impact on the company's future. Tune in for a lively discussion on AI, recruitment tech, and European innovations, all with a side of humor and a dash of Belgian beer.

In unserem Interview mit Sebastian Dettmers, dem CEO von Stepstone und Buchautor, sprechen wir über die Herausforderungen der Arbeitswelt in Deutschland bis 2030. Wir reden über den Fachkräftemangel und vergleichen die Situation mit China und anderen Märkten. Sebastian teilt interessante Wirtschaftsdaten und hebt hervor, wie wichtig es ist, Unternehmen effizient zu führen, um den kommenden Veränderungen gewachsen zu sein. Dabei geht es auch um die Auswirkungen auf Löhne, Geschäftsmodelle und die mögliche Notwendigkeit eines höheren Mindestlohns. Im Gespräch schauen wir uns auch den technologischen Fortschritt und seine Rolle in verschiedenen Ländern an, besonders die Herausforderungen und Chancen für die Informations- und Kommunikationsindustrie. Mit Beispielen aus dem E-Commerce zeigen wir, wie veraltete Geschäftsmodelle Innovationen bremsen können. Japan dient als Beispiel für die Herausforderungen einer alternden Bevölkerung in Bezug auf Wirtschaft und Technologie. Wir diskutieren auch die Rolle der Migration für die Bevölkerungsentwicklung und ihren Beitrag zur Produktivität und Wohlstand. Ein weiterer Schwerpunkt ist die Bedeutung von Unternehmertum und technologischer Innovation für die Produktivitätssteigerung in Deutschland. Wir sprechen über die Idee einer Vier-Tage-Woche, die steigende Arbeitslosigkeit durch den demografischen Wandel und warum Unternehmen ihre Produktivität steigern müssen, um wettbewerbsfähig zu bleiben. Partner der Folge: Erforsche die Zukunft des HR-Managements mit der Studie „HR Trends – die Zukunft der Personalarbeit“ von Sage. Jetzt kostenfrei erhältlich unter www.sage.de/hr. Entdecke die wichtigsten Insights und Trends für HR-Verantwortliche und Führungskräfte. Community: https://kassenzone.de/discord Feedback zum Podcast? Mail an alex@kassenzone.de Disclaimer: https://www.kassenzone.de/disclaimer/ Kassenzone” wird vermarktet von Podstars by OMR. Du möchtest in “Kassenzone” werben? Dann hier entlang. Alexander Graf: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandergraf/ https://twitter.com/supergraf Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/KassenzoneDe/ Blog: https://www.kassenzone.de/ E-Commerce Buch: https://www.amazon.de/gp/product/3866413076/

On today's show, we are joined again by Bob Long, CEO of StepStone Private Wealth to discuss the basics of private credit, how the Dodd-Frank Act affected the banking industry, what types of deals StepStone is pursuing, why private credit earns higher yields, and much more! Find complete show notes on our blogs... Ben Carlson's A Wealth of Common Sense Michael Batnick's The Irrelevant Investor Feel free to shoot us an email at animalspirits@thecompoundnews.com with any feedback, questions, recommendations, or ideas for future topics of conversation.   Check out the latest in financial blogger fashion at The Compound shop: https://www.idontshop.com Past performance is not indicative of future results. The material discussed has been provided for informational purposes only and is not intended as legal or investment advice or a recommendation of any particular security or strategy. The investment strategy and themes discussed herein may be unsuitable for investors depending on their specific investment objectives and financial situation. Information obtained from third-party sources is believed to be reliable though its accuracy is not guaranteed.   Investing involves the risk of loss. This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be or regarded as personalized investment advice or relied upon for investment decisions. Michael Batnick and Ben Carlson are employees of Ritholtz Wealth Management and may maintain positions in the securities discussed in this video. All opinions expressed by them are solely their own opinion and do not reflect the opinion of Ritholtz Wealth Management. The Compound Media, Incorporated, an affiliate of Ritholtz Wealth Management, receives payment from various entities for advertisements in affiliated podcasts, blogs and emails. Inclusion of such advertisements does not constitute or imply endorsement, sponsorship or recommendation thereof, or any affiliation therewith, by the Content Creator or by Ritholtz Wealth Management or any of its employees. For additional advertisement disclaimers see here https://ritholtzwealth.com/advertising-disclaimers. Investments in securities involve the risk of loss. Any mention of a particular security and related performance data is not a recommendation to buy or sell that security. The information provided on this website (including any information that may be accessed through this website) is not directed at any investor or category of investors and is provided solely as general information. Obviously nothing on this channel should be considered as personalized financial advice or a solicitation to buy or sell any securities. See our disclosures here: https://ritholtzwealth.com/podcast-youtube-disclosures/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

StepStone raised the largest fund dedicated to investing in venture secondaries ever, the firm announced last week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hunter Somerville is a partner at StepStone, one of the largest fund investors globally with over $600 billion in capital responsibility and $100 billion in AUM.Hunter shares deep insights into the factors that make StepStone different, their extensive global coverage, and the strategies that drive their success.You'll also discover what it takes to succeed as an emerging manager, the importance of building long-term relationships, and how StepStone navigates the complexities of fund investing, direct investments, and secondary markets. Plus, Hunter provides a candid look at the challenges and opportunities in the venture capital landscape, particularly in emerging markets like India.Join us for an enlightening conversation filled with valuable lessons on venture capital, fund management, and the nuances of building a successful investment platform.Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction02:15 - Hunter Somerville's background and history with Greenspring Associates05:40 - The evolution and strategy of StepStone09:20 - Differences between StepStone and other fund investors13:45 - Global coverage and geographic focus of StepStone17:10 - Insights on venture capital management20:50 - Strategies for emerging managers25:30 - Building long-term relationships in venture capital30:15 - Navigating fund investing, direct investments, and secondary markets35:40 - Challenges and opportunities in the venture capital landscape40:00 - StepStone's approach to investing in emerging markets, particularly India45:20 - Importance of relationship building and pattern recognition50:10 - Characteristics of successful fund managers55:30 - Advice for new fund managers1:00:00 - Closing remarks and final thoughts----------------------------------Sponsor Shout OutLooking to build a differentiated tech startup with a 10X better solution? Prime is the high conviction, high support investor you need. With its fourth fund of $120M, Prime actively works with star teams to accelerate building great companies.To know more, visit https://primevp.in/

Part two is out! Join us for the second episode of our adventures in Thunder Bay as we tour Kangas Sauna, try more finnish pancakes, and go sledding in our birthday suits. We'll share pictures from our exploration, 360 degree immersive photos of the sauna at Stepstone, and, of course, more stories from Thunder Bay.  Finnish Pancake (Lettu) recipe: https://beta.locals.com/thesaunatrail/feed?post=5587333  Kangas Sauna website: https://kangassauna.ca  Music Dirge of the Night by Tied With Twine Website https://www.thesaunatrail.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thesaunatrail Facebook https://www.facebook.com/thesaunatrail TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@thesaunatrail Locals https://thesaunatrail.locals.com (00:00) Introduction (02:16) Introducing new people to sauna (10:10) Touring Kangas Sauna (14:30) Finnish pancake off (17:33) Visiting a Finnish church (18:57) Stepstone rental (28:40) Sledding in our birthday suits (33:11) Outro

#179 Durchblick im B2B mit Benjamin Gregor Zaczek, Gründer von SalesViewerDie Revolution der Lead-GenerierungIn dieser spannenden Episode trifft unser Host Max auf Ben, den Gründer von SalesViewer, um die faszinierende Geschichte und die zukunftsweisende Technologie hinter diesem erfolgreichen B2B-Unternehmen zu beleuchten.Ben führt uns durch die Anfänge von SalesViewer, von der ersten Idee bis zur Umsetzung und darüber hinaus. Er erklärt, wie das Bedürfnis nach einer effektiveren Lead-Generierung in der B2B-Landschaft zur Entwicklung von SalesViewer geführt hat, einem Tool, das Unternehmen nicht nur ermöglicht, Besucher ihrer Websites zu identifizieren, sondern auch entscheidende Informationen über diese potenziellen Kunden zu gewinnen.Max und Ben diskutieren detailliert die technologischen Grundlagen von SalesViewer, wie das Tool die wichtigsten Seiten und Daten auf der Website priorisiert und wie es hilft, Leads effektiver zu gruppieren und zu analysieren. Ben teilt auch praktische Einblicke in den Onboarding-Prozess für neue Kunden, der sicherstellt, dass jedes Unternehmen die Vorteile von SalesViewer voll ausschöpfen kann.Nicht nur Technikbegeisterte, sondern auch Marketing- und Vertriebsprofis finden in diesem Gespräch wertvolle Erkenntnisse, da Ben und Max beleuchten, wie SalesViewer die Marketing- und Vertriebsaktivitäten seiner Kunden durch tiefgehende Einblicke in das Verhalten und die Präferenzen der Website-Besucher optimiert. Erfolgsgeschichten von Kunden wie Primagaz und StepStone verdeutlichen die transformative Wirkung der SalesViewer-Lösungen auf ihre Geschäftsprozesse.Stichworte: SalesViewer, B2B, Lead-Generierung, Technologie, Marketing, Vertrieb, Onboarding, Datenanalyse, Erfolgsgeschichten, DACH-Raum, internationale ExpansionTakeaways:Tiefgreifendes Verständnis der Entwicklung und Funktionsweise von SalesViewer, einer führenden Technologie in der B2B-Lead-Generierung.Einblick in die strategische Nutzung von Website-Daten zur Optimierung von Marketing- und Vertriebsstrategien.Praktische Tipps aus dem Onboarding-Prozess, die Unternehmen helfen, schnell von SalesViewer zu profitieren.Inspirierende Geschichten von Unternehmen, die ihre Lead-Generierung durch den Einsatz von SalesViewer erheblich verbessert haben.Erörterung der Pläne von SalesViewer für weitere internationale Expansion und ständige Produktverbesserungen.Partner in dieser Folge: NordVPNMit NordVPN könnt ihr sicher sein, dass eure Internetverbindung mit einer hochmodernen Verschlüsselung der Premium Cyber-Security gesichert ist. Das bedeutet, dass selbst sensible Informationen wie Bankdaten oder private Nachrichten vor Hackern und anderen Bedrohungen sicher sind. Aber Sicherheit ist nicht alles. NordVPN ermöglicht es euch auch, eure IP-Adresse zu verbergen und zu ändern, sodass ihr auf Inhalte zugreifen könnt, die in eurem Land möglicherweise blockiert sind. Stellt euch vor, ihr könntet Serien und Filme aus über 60 Ländern streamen, ohne euer Wohnzimmer zu verlassen.Als Zuhörer von Starcast könnt ihr einen exklusiven Rabatt auf den 2-Jahres-Plan von NordVPN erhalten, wenn ihr nordvpn.com/starcast besucht. Ihr erhaltet nicht nur einen erheblichen Rabatt, sondern auch einen zusätzliche vier Monate kostenlos und eine 30-Tage Geld-zurück-Garantie, um den Dienst risikofrei zu testen.Klickt auf https://www.nordvpn.com/starcast Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This Week in Startups is brought to you by… Hubspot for Podcast Network. Looking to up your marketing game? Check out HubSpot's Chatbot Builder:  https://clickhubspot.com/s0u Hubspot YouTube Channel is available on all your favorite podcast apps. Chatbot Tutorial here: https://clickhubspot.com/mfx DevSquad. Most dev agencies only offer developers. Why? Because product management is hard. Get an entire product team for the cost of one US developer plus 10% off at https://www.devsquad.com/twist Mercury. 90% of startups fail. Just 10 out of every 100 make it. Mercury exists to close that gap — helping companies succeed with banking and credit cards engineered for the startup journey. Join over 100,000 companies banking with Mercury at ⁠http://www.mercury.com⁠ * Todays show: David Weisburd hosts Logan Bartlett, Hunter Somerville, and Jason Calacanis to discuss the fundraising market (3:07), M&A (26:45), Google's huge investment in generative AI (58:15), and much more! * Timestamps: (0:00) David Weisburd intros Logan Bartlett, Hunter Somerville, and Jason Calacanis (3:07) Tiger's recent fund and fundraising indicators (11:55) HubSpot's Chatbot Builder - https://clickhubspot.com/s0u https://clickhubspot.com/mfx (13:26) The challenges and realities of venture capital (25:14) DevSquad - Get an entire product team for the cost of one US developer plus 10% off at https://www.devsquad.com/twist (26:45) Startup acquisitions, due diligence, and unethical behaviors in the industry (31:27) Selling partial positions in startups and structuring the selling of shares (37:18) Mercury - Join 100K+ startups banking with Mercury at http://www.mercury.com⁠ (38:20) Cendana and Kline Hill's $105M fund to buy stakes in seed VC funds (46:59) The correlation between capital consumption and equity value, and the dangers of excess capital (54:28) The role of private equity in tech M&A and the future of tech IPOs (58:15) Google's $100 billion investment in AI and competition in the AI ecosystem (1:06:30) The challenge of capacity in seed stage investing and the value of a strong community in portfolio management * Follow Logan: X: https://twitter.com/loganbartlett LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/loganbartlett Check out: https://www.redpoint.com * Follow Hunter: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hunter-somerville-2a24117 Check out: https://www.stepstonegroup.com/ * Follow David: X: ⁠https://twitter.com/DWeisburd⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/dweisburd⁠ Check out: ⁠https://10xcapital.com * Follow Jason: X: ⁠https://twitter.com/jason⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/jason⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasoncalacanis * Thank you to our partners: (11:55) HubSpot's Chatbot Builder - https://clickhubspot.com/s0u https://clickhubspot.com/mfx (25:14) DevSquad - Get an entire product team for the cost of one US developer plus 10% off at https://www.devsquad.com/twist (37:18) Mercury - Join 100K+ startups banking with Mercury at http://www.mercury.com⁠ * Check out the Launch Accelerator: https://launchaccelerator.co * Check out Founder University: https://www.founder.university * Subscribe to This Week in Startups on Apple: https://rb.gy/v19fcp * Great 2023 interviews: Steve Huffman, Brian Chesky, Aaron Levie, Sophia Amoruso, Reid Hoffman, Frank Slootman, Billy McFarland * Check out Jason's suite of newsletters: https://substack.com/@calacanis * Follow TWiST: Substack: https://twistartups.substack.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/TWiStartups YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/thisweekin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisweekinstartups TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thisweekinstartups * Subscribe to the Founder University Podcast: https://www.founder.university/podcast

Jason Ment is the president and Co-COO of StepStone Group, a global private markets investment firm focused on providing customized investment solutions, advisory and data services on behalf of clients representing $659B. I really enjoyed this wide-ranging discussion on what is just around the corner in private markets. We cover his career path from law school to his time at Citigroup, which eventually becomes part of StepStone during the great financial crisis. We then cover the growth of StepStone and how to keep your firm culture and transparency on point when scaling from 35 to 1,000 employees. We also discuss how private markets are coming to the high-net-worth channel, the impact of his role as a publicly traded company and the near-term opportunities with AI. Learn More Follow Capital Allocators at @tseides or LinkedIn Subscribe to the mailing list Access transcript with Premium Membership

On today's show, Ben Carlson and Michael Batnick are joined again by Bob Long, CEO of StepStone to discuss: - What investments StepStone is making within Infrastructure - How liquidity works with infrastructure investments - The inner workings of interval funds, StepStones fees, and much more! Find complete show notes on our blogs... Ben Carlson's A Wealth of Common Sense Michael Batnick's The Irrelevant Investor Feel free to shoot us an email at animalspirits@thecompoundnews.com with any feedback, questions, recommendations, or ideas for future topics of conversation.   Check out the latest in financial blogger fashion at The Compound shop: https://www.idontshop.com Past performance is not indicative of future results. The material discussed has been provided for informational purposes only and is not intended as legal or investment advice or a recommendation of any particular security or strategy. The investment strategy and themes discussed herein may be unsuitable for investors depending on their specific investment objectives and financial situation. Information obtained from third-party sources is believed to be reliable though its accuracy is not guaranteed.   Investing involves the risk of loss. This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be or regarded as personalized investment advice or relied upon for investment decisions. Michael Batnick and Ben Carlson are employees of Ritholtz Wealth Management and may maintain positions in the securities discussed in this video. All opinions expressed by them are solely their own opinion and do not reflect the opinion of Ritholtz Wealth Management. Wealthcast Media, an affiliate of Ritholtz Wealth Management, receives payment from various entities for advertisements in affiliated podcasts, blogs and emails. Inclusion of such advertisements does not constitute or imply endorsement, sponsorship or recommendation thereof, or any affiliation therewith, by the Content Creator or by Ritholtz Wealth Management or any of its employees. For additional advertisement disclaimers see here https://ritholtzwealth.com/advertising-disclaimers. Investments in securities involve the risk of loss. Any mention of a particular security and related performance data is not a recommendation to buy or sell that security. The information provided on this website (including any information that may be accessed through this website) is not directed at any investor or category of investors and is provided solely as general information. Obviously nothing on this channel should be considered as personalized financial advice or a solicitation to buy or sell any securities. See our disclosures here: https://ritholtzwealth.com/podcast-youtube-disclosures/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With an upcoming annual conference, Lieven's been really busy, but he found some time for a chat with all the news coming out of Europe lately. First up, Stepstone is touting its best year ever, but at least one co-host if calling for peak Stepstone, meaning it's call downhill from here. Another reason for pessimism is the entry of Google for Jobs in Stepstone's backyard: Germany. It's going to be interesting, and maybe Appcast, Stepstone's shiny new toy, can save the day? We discuss. And how about a little Buy-or-Sell, reviewing startups Demando, JobCannon, and Bubty (no, it's not a new techno band out of Finland). Then we roll a grenade down the hall and give you Lieven's predictions for 2024 (spoiler alert: Goodbye SEO).