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IntroCap Interviews

46 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago -

Introduction Capital is pleased to bring you “IntroCap Interviews”, a series of thoughtful 30–45 minute interviews with experts inside and outside of the alternative investment industry. The interviews will be pre-recorded the day before we send them out to our community of close to 3,000 alternative investment professionals including investors, investment managers, financial service wealth experts and service providers.

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Episodes

An Interview with Bill Vlaad

March 19, 2024 21:00 - 37 minutes - 25.6 MB

An Interview with Danielle Skipp

February 26, 2024 20:00 - 28 minutes - 19.9 MB

In today's episode, Karen sits down with Nicola Wealth’s Danielle Skipp for a conversation that not only explores Danielle's professional journey but also delves into her advocacy for women and her philosophy on happiness and personal growth. Her story transitions from legal practice to a pivotal role in asset management, highlighting a move fuelled by a letter to a role model that eventually led her to significant opportunities in Toronto and a fulfilling career in wealth management. Kare...

An Interview with Stephen Price

November 07, 2023 18:00 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MB

Join us on this insightful episode as we sit down with Stephen Price, CEO of Graywood Developments, with a remarkable 34 years in the real estate industry. Stephen traces his journey from the early '90s real estate downturn through a series of roles that honed his expertise in development, restructuring, and asset management, leading to pivotal roles at GWL Realty Advisors and ultimately to his current position at Graywood. He shares the compelling origin story of Graywood, founded on a hand...

An Interview with Mindy Mayman Pt 2

October 06, 2023 20:00 - 28 minutes - 19.9 MB

In this insightful dialogue, Mindy of Richter Family Office illuminates Richter's evolution into a trusted business family office, offering a blend of personalized financial strategies for affluent families in the alternative investment sector. Through captivating anecdotes, she underscores Richter's enduring, trust-centric relationships and client-focused, team-based approach, showcasing their commitment to enhancing clients' investment acumen across generations.

David Kaufman Interviews Mike Quinn

September 05, 2023 21:00 - 42 minutes - 29.2 MB

An Interview with Jamie Herman

July 25, 2023 19:00 - 28 minutes - 19.7 MB

Karen speaks with Fruitman Kates' Jamie Herman about going above and beyond to find solutions for UHNW families, the new requirements of CRA tax reporting, and the importance of excellent service and genuinely caring for the best interests of clients.

An Interview with Tyson Birchall

June 27, 2023 22:00 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MB

Karen speaks with Longbow Capital’s Tyson Birchall about the firm’s longstanding history as energy specialists, their investment thesis and how they have pivoted into energy transition.

An Interview with David Kaufman

May 23, 2023 18:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MB

Today Karen speaks with Westcourt Capital’s David Kaufman about past and current investing trends, real estate insights, deep dive due diligence and thoughtful manager selection.

An Interview with Harley Gold

March 21, 2023 18:00 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MB

Today Karen speaks with Peakhill Capital's Harley Gold about direct capital lending strategies, popular real estate asset classes, the importance of empowering teams and charitable giving.

An Interview with Tori Buffery

February 14, 2023 20:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MB

Today Karen speaks with Morningside Capital’s Tori Buffery about thoughtful navigation through Private Equity Secondaries, the importance of working with top tier managers and being a Mom while managing a demanding career that she loves.

An Interview with Ash Lawrence

January 17, 2023 22:00 - 34 minutes - 24 MB

Today Karen speaks with AGF Private Capital’s Ash Lawrence about building the foundation for a newly created private capital business, the “white space” growth opportunity that exists in the retail segment and the types of alternative investment strategies his team is seeking.

An interview with Duncan Ramage

October 17, 2022 20:00 - 36 minutes - 25.3 MB

Today, Karen speaks with Forum Asset Management’s Duncan Ramage about his team’s unique approach to private equity investing, value creation with portfolio companies, and positive opportunities in the PE space going forward.

An interview with Michael Azlen

June 15, 2022 16:00 - 32 minutes - 22.6 MB

Today, Karen speaks with Carbon Cap’s Michael Azlen about his views on the current state of global warming, the growth of global carbon markets and the World Carbon Fund’s investment strategy.

An Interview with Sophie Forest

March 15, 2022 19:00 - 44 minutes - 30.7 MB

Today, Karen speaks with Brightspark’s Sophie Forest about the venture capital landscape in Canada, why tech businesses are thriving and the importance of entrepreneurial innovation.

An Interview with Mike Lipkin

February 01, 2022 19:00 - 51 minutes - 35.2 MB

Today, Karen speaks with Environics/Lipkin’s Mike Lipkin about the empowerment of self and others, creating a future that you want to live in and the five practises from his new book, “The Potentiator.”

An Interview with Josh Donaldson

December 14, 2021 18:00 - 48 minutes - 33.7 MB

Today, Karen speaks with Major League Baseball’s Josh Donaldson about overcoming challenges as he climbed to the major leagues, tips for success, and sports cards as both a hobby and an investment.

An Interview with Jeannine LiChong

November 23, 2021 20:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MB

Today, Karen talks with Waratah Capital Advisors’ Jeannine LiChong about the evolution of her career, the Canadian investment landscape and what makes an investment firm successful.

An Interview with Tom McCullough

October 26, 2021 17:00 - 42 minutes - 29.2 MB

Today, Karen speaks with Northwood Family Office’s Tom McCullough about being pioneers in the family office industry, creating client confidence and navigating complexity.

An Interview with Judy Goldring

September 21, 2021 16:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MB

Today, Karen talks with AGF’s Judy Goldring about being part of an entrepreneurial family, the firm’s history, including its participation in the alternative investment industry, and AGF’s continued focus on innovation.

An interview with James Burron

August 31, 2021 18:00 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MB

Today, Karen speaks with CAASA’s James Burron about his core values, career background and what led him to co-found a thriving industry association.

An Interview with Ken Grewal

June 23, 2021 00:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MB

Today, Karen speaks with Forthlane Partners' Ken Grewal about his extensive career history, establishing a Canadian multi-family office and global investment themes.

An Interview with John Ruffolo

May 19, 2021 01:00 - 39 minutes - 27.5 MB

Today, Karen speaks with Maverix Private Equity’s John Ruffolo about resilience, entrepreneurship and nonconformity.

An Interview with Claire Van Wyk-Allan

April 20, 2021 18:00 - 36 minutes - 24.8 MB

Today, Karen speaks with AIMA Canada’s Claire Van Wyk-Allan about the association’s history, moving the dial on diversity and inclusion, and being a female leader in the financial industry.

An interview with Richard Abboud

March 02, 2021 18:00 - 31 minutes - 21.4 MB

“Today, Karen speaks with Forum Equity Partner’s Richard Abboud about the evolution of his firm, core corporate values and current investment themes.”

A Conversation with Richard Pilosof

January 19, 2021 20:00 - 47 minutes - 32.7 MB

An Interview with Richard Pilosof

January 19, 2021 20:00 - 47 minutes - 32.7 MB

RPIA’s founding partner and CEO Richard Pilosof talks with Karen about the evolution of his career, the establishment of RPIA and lessons learned through the growth of the firm.

An Interview with John Courtliff

December 08, 2020 18:00 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MB

John Courtliff, Partner, Managing Director and Portfolio Manager of Calgary-based ICM, talks with Karen about the evolution of ICM, how they are viewing real estate today and current investment opportunities.

Karen Interviews John Courtliff

December 08, 2020 18:00 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MB

John Courtliff, Partner, Managing Director and Portfolio Manager of Calgary-based ICM, talks with Karen about the evolution of ICM, how they are viewing real estate today and current investment opportunities.

A conversation with Michael Hyatt

November 10, 2020 19:00 - 46 minutes - 32.1 MB

Hyatt Family Office Principal and serial entrepreneur Michael Hyatt talks with Karen about investment themes to consider in today's environment, entrepreneurship and the importance of philanthropy.

An Interview with Michael Hyatt

November 10, 2020 19:00 - 46 minutes - 32.1 MB

Hyatt Family Office Principal and serial entrepreneur Michael Hyatt talks with Karen about investment themes to consider in today's environment, entrepreneurship and the importance of philanthropy.

A Conversation with Dave Picton

October 13, 2020 16:00 - 33 minutes - 23 MB

Picton Mahoney’s CEO and Co-founder Dave Picton joins Karen to talk about the history and objectives of the firm, the current economic climate and innovative investing strategies.

An Interview with Dave Picton

October 13, 2020 16:00 - 33 minutes - 23 MB

Picton Mahoney’s CEO and Co-founder Dave Picton joins Karen to talk about the history and objectives of the firm, the current economic climate and innovative investing strategies.

A conversation with Kent Willmore and Anthony Faiella

September 08, 2020 18:00 - 37 minutes - 25.8 MB

Karen interviews Kent Willmore, President and Founder of AGinvest Farmland Properties Canada and Anthony Faiella, AGinvest’s Head of Business Development who discuss the vision behind the founding the firm as well as farmland as a sustainable, resilient and compelling asset class.

An Interview with Kent Willmore and Anthony Faiella

September 08, 2020 18:00 - 37 minutes - 25.8 MB

Karen interviews Kent Willmore, President and Founder of AGinvest Farmland Properties Canada and Anthony Faiella, AGinvest’s Head of Business Development who discuss the vision behind the founding the firm as well as farmland as a sustainable, resilient and compelling asset class.

An Interview with Rob Goodall

August 18, 2020 17:00 - 31 minutes - 21.5 MB

Rob Goodall, CEO and Founder of the Atrium MIC and CMCC, joins Karen to discuss the evolution of both corporations as well as the current commercial, residential and industrial real estate landscape in Canada.

A conversation with Rob Goodall

August 18, 2020 17:00 - 31 minutes - 21.5 MB

Rob Goodall, CEO and Founder of the Atrium MIC and CMCC, joins Karen to discuss the evolution of both corporations as well as the current commercial, residential and industrial real estate landscape in Canada.

An Interview with Paul Godfrey

July 29, 2020 18:00 - 51 minutes - 35.2 MB

Canadian icon and Executive Chairman of Postmedia Network Paul Godfrey speaks with Karen about the highlights of his 55-year career and his personal views on what is important in today’s environment.

A conversation with Paul Godfrey

July 29, 2020 18:00 - 51 minutes - 35.2 MB

Canadian icon and Executive Chairman of Postmedia Network Paul Godfrey speaks with Karen about the highlights of his 55-year career and his personal views on what is important in today’s environment.

Karen Interviews David Kaufman

June 16, 2020 22:00 - 52 minutes - 36 MB

A conversation with David Kaufman

June 16, 2020 22:00 - 52 minutes - 36 MB

Karen speaks with Westcourt Capital’s CEO David Kaufman about Westcourt’s advice to clients and adapting to the “post-COVID” world.

Karen Interviews Mindy Mayman

June 02, 2020 23:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MB

An Interview with Mindy Mayman

June 02, 2020 23:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MB

Richter Family Office advisor Mindy Mayman joins Karen to discuss the embodied characteristics required to be a trusted steward of UHNW families, the management of current client reviews and optimal ways to assist family clients in these fast-changing times.

A conversation with Mindy Mayman

June 02, 2020 23:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MB

Richter Family Office advisor Mindy Mayman joins Karen to discuss the embodied characteristics required to be a trusted steward of UHNW families, the management of current client reviews and optimal ways to assist family clients in these fast-changing times.

Karen Interviews David Rosenberg

May 04, 2020 22:00 - 46 minutes - 32 MB

A conversation with David Rosenberg

May 04, 2020 22:00 - 46 minutes - 32 MB

Noted economist David Rosenberg joins Karen to talk about Rosenberg Research, his newly launched research business, as well as global economic uncertainty and his views on the broad impact of the coronavirus.

An Interview with David Rosenberg

May 04, 2020 22:00 - 46 minutes - 32 MB

Noted economist David Rosenberg joins Karen to talk about Rosenberg Research, his newly launched research business, as well as global economic uncertainty and his views on the broad impact of the coronavirus.