Episode 87: Mike Wilkins of Shamrock Capital on How Sector Focus Impacts Deal Flow and Growth
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On this episode
Shiv interviews Mike Wilkins, Partner at Shamrock Capital, to explore the opportunities PE firms can unlock through deep expertise in sectors including media, entertainment and sports.
Mike explains how industry focus and long-term networks translate into proprietary deal flow, why value creation plans need to be tailored to each company rather than run from a single playbook, and how to balance partnership with hands-on support.
He also shares how firms can approach AI in practical, incremental ways—turning it from a perceived threat into a tool for margin expansion and growth.e.
The information contained in this podcast is not intended to constitute, and should not be construed as, investment advice.
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