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Private Equity
Insights

Selected conversations and insights from Ben Brandes and industry leaders

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Speaking Highlight
IVY Family Office Network

Ben Brandes shares insights on partnership dynamics and founder alignment.


Watch this 40-second clip from a recent IVYFON panel focused on building sustainable growth partnerships.

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Winning the Deal
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Wharton Club of Philadelphia
Wharton Club of Boston

Strategic Acquirors vs. Private Equity Investors. Who Wins the Deal?​
 

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Ben Brandes
Partner
NewOrigin Investments

Charles Burckmyer
Corporate Development
Culligan International

Bryce Youngren
Managing Partner
Polaris Growth Fund

Claudine Cohen
Managing Principal
CohnReznick

Winning the Deal in the Middle Market

How independent sponsors and family offices are navigating middle-market deal flow, sourcing strategies, and capital alignment in today’s competitive environment. The panel shared actionable insights on what makes a deal truly compelling.

Aligning Executives
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How Do Private Equity Investors Work Best with Their C-Suite Executives?​​

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Ben Brandes
Partner
NewOrigin
Investments

Christina Pai
Partner
Fort Point Capital

Rob Menn
MD
Gemini
Investments

Wayne Aaron
CEO
ROX360

Matt Smith
President
AOTCO

Aligning Investors & Executives

How relationships are built post-investment, what CEOs value most from their PE partners, and how to overcome common challenges in aligning ownership and management. Panelists also shared practical frameworks for communication, governance, and long-term collaboration.

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The Acquisition is Done: Let the Blaming Begin!

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Len Pepe
Director of Graduate Accountancy Programs 
Bentley University

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Ben Brandes
Partner
NewOrigin Investments

Navigating Post-Acquisition Challenges

Why nearly two-thirds of acquisitions face post-close challenges—and what can be done to prevent them. The conversation draws on insights from board directors and CEOs to explore leadership alignment, governance, and long-term success in M&A outcomes.

Post-Acquisition Challenges
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Trivest Partners is a Miami-based private equity firm focused exclusively on partnering with founder-led businesses. With over 40 years of experience and $4 billion in assets under management, they are recognized for their founder-friendly approach and long-term value creation.

NewOrigin Featured by Trivest Partners

Trivest featured NewOrigin Investments in its series on standout independent sponsors. The profile highlighted a memorable deal and humorous experience while exploring our philosophy on creating value through strategic, founder-friendly partnerships.

Trivest Spotlight on NewOrigin

Trivest Partners featured Ben Brandes and NewOrigin Investments in a profile highlighting their entrepreneurial approach to deal sourcing and value creation. The feature outlines how the track record, strategic mindset, and experience as an independent sponsor align with Trivest’s commitment to founder-friendly partnerships.

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