In this week's podcast episode, we are excited to welcome Walter Gontarek, CEO and Chairman of Channel Digital.

This week's episode is the second part out of two.

Channel Digital is a premier funding partner in the alternative finance sector, helping SME-focused alternative lenders grow their B2B lending portfolios with financing from $5 million to $150 million across the US, Canada, EU, and UK. Interested parties can reach out to their expert advisors for assistance. As an FCA-regulated full-scope AIFM with a pristine compliance record, Channel has managed over USD 9 billion in assets since 2014, specialising in working capital financing.

This week's episode listeners are introduced to the world of private debt and specialised financing, exploring investments across various sectors such as Fintech, Softtech, and more. The discussion covers the crucial role of ESG factors in making informed investment decisions and emphasises the importance of due diligence as the key to successful investments in private debt. Additionally, insights into the private debt market in Europe are provided, highlighting attractive opportunities for investors.

In this week's podcast episode, we are excited to welcome Walter Gontarek, CEO and Chairman of Channel Digital.

This week's episode is the first part out of two.

Channel Digital is a premier funding partner in the alternative finance sector, helping SME-focused alternative lenders grow their B2B lending portfolios with financing from $5 million to $150 million across the US, Canada, EU, and UK. Interested parties can reach out to their expert advisors for assistance. As an FCA-regulated full-scope AIFM with a pristine compliance record, Channel has managed over USD 9 billion in assets since 2014, specialising in working capital financing.

This week's episode delves deep into the fascinating new era of private markets, shedding light on the transformative changes reshaping this sector. Discover the immense potential for growth, uncovering opportunities and trends that investors and financial professionals should watch closely. Verdicts into the democratisation of private markets will be discussed and how increased accessibility is changing the investment landscape. Additionally, the episode includes a comprehensive overview of the private credit market, offering insights into its current state and future prospects.

In this week’s podcast episode, we are excited to welcome Tobias Bauer, partner at Blockchain Founders Fund.

The Blockchain Founders Fund (BFF) is a Singapore-based venture capital fund specialising in early-stage investments in blockchain startups worldwide. They offer a comprehensive Venture Program to support entrepreneurs in key business areas, accelerating their growth.

In this episode, you gain an overall view of the Crypto market in Asia and explore the differences between traditional investments and the Crypto market. Receive insights into the Blockchain Founders Fund and its investment strategy. Learn about the investment process by a deep analysis of the processes and selection of companies. Dive into a detailed analysis of the importance of investor memos and discover the use of secondary markets for creating liquidity and selling positions.

Don’t miss out on this enlightening discussion packed with valuable perspectives and actionable takeaways!