Private Equity Spotlight: From Lending to Leading with Gretchen Perkins

Written by Sean Mooney | Apr 28, 2026 6:44:16 AM

EPISODE 61

Private Equity Spotlight: From Lending to Leading with Gretchen Perkins

On the "Karma School of Business Podcast," Sean Mooney engages with Gretchen Perkins of Avance Investment Management to explore her transition from commercial lending to a key role in private equity business development. They discuss the evolution of private equity and the increasing importance of specialized roles in firm success.

Episode Highlights:

0:54 - Gretchen's journey from commercial lending to private equity. 6:02 - Mentorship's role in developing business development skills. 9:12 - The influence of Gretchen's upbringing on her professional values. 14:21 - Avance's thematic approach to identifying investment opportunities. 24:17 - How Avance uses specialized functions for value creation. 27:21 - Gretchen's insights on market trends and investment strategies. 31:45 - Gretchen's personal tips for balance and efficiency.

For more information on Avance Investment Management, go to www.avanceinv.com For more information on Gretchen Perkins, go to www.linkedin.com/in/gretchenbperkins For more information on BluWave and this podcast, go to www.bluwave.net/podcasts

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