Private Equity Spotlight: The Art of Value Creation and Global Expansion with Livingbridge’s Curt Kahn

Written by Sean Mooney | Apr 28, 2026 7:36:28 AM

EPISODE 54

Private Equity Spotlight: The Art of Value Creation and Global Expansion with Livingbridge’s Curt Kahn

In this episode of the "Karma School of Business Podcast," Sean Mooney, founder and CEO of BluWave, engages with Curt Kahn, Investor and Head of US Operations at Livingbridge. Curt shares his unique path from consulting at Booz Allen and PricewaterhouseCoopers, through an operational leadership role at Ability Network, to spearheading Livingbridge's US market expansion, offering a glimpse into his diverse journey into private equity.

Episode Highlights:

01:15 - Curt's journey from consulting and M&A advisory to private equity with Livingbridge. 03:29 - How Curt's varied background shapes his investment approach. 05:54 - Curt's personal interest in paddle tennis. 08:19 - Essential factors Curt considers in successful investments. 13:40 - Livingbridge's unique value creation strategy for portfolio companies. 17:49 - Curt's insights on identifying value creation opportunities in fluctuating economies. 21:54 - Curt's advice on embracing challenges for career growth.

For more information on Livingbridge, visit www.livingbridge.com. For more information on Curt Kahn, visit www.linkedin.com/in/curt-kahn-611a3b9. For more information on BluWave and this podcast, visit www.bluwave.net/podcasts.

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