MPowered Capital

Last week MPowered Capital hosted a pop-up round table through our Multiplier Program (“MP2”). Cyber-attacks are ramping up across the U.S., we recognize the need to be informed about the risks and how to avoid missteps that could cause serious harm to you, your company, and your portfolio companies.?During this roundtable our guest speaker, David Namkung, co-founder of Kinzie Capital Partners LP and founder of IT consulting firm Clarity Partners, provided an overview of external events that have created a heightened state of cyber security risk and walked attendees through how to best address these threats with a specific focus on Ransomware. If you are interested in learning more about how our Multiplier Program benefits emerging investment managers, please visit us at MPoweredcapital.com. ? #MPowerTheTalent

MPowered Capital is now a proud signatory of the Institutional Limited Partners Association (ILPA) Diversity In Action (DIA) initiative which brings together limited partners and general partners who share a commitment to advancing diversity, equity and inclusion in the private equity industry. The goal of the initiative is to motivate market participants to engage in the journey towards becoming more diverse and inclusive and to build momentum around the adoption of specific actions that advance DEI over time. We are excited to join the other nearly 300 Diversity in Action signatories that have joined the initiative to date (as of September 2024) and look forward to participating in ILPA DIA’s regular roundtable discussions, working groups, and surveys to provide the industry with greater transparency on the state of DEI today and on DEI best practices that will move private markets forward. ? To learn more, visit: diversity.ilpa.org ? #MPowerTheTalent #DEI #DiversityInAction

Congratulations to Managing Director, Chrissie Chen Pariso, for being named to Kayo Conference Series' Top 24 in ’24 Women Championing Women in Finance. Women hold just 10% of senior leadership positions in private equity—a trend mirrored across other asset classes. This list celebrates the women in finance who are changing that narrative. From seasoned industry veterans to emerging stars, these trailblazers are shaping the future of finance, forging new paths, and creating spaces where women can connect, collaborate, and thrive. ? See the full list of 24 in ‘24 Champions here: https://lnkd.in/gf2ZGsxq ? #MPowerTheTalent

The MPowered Capital team is continuing to grow! Working with a small team, the Investment Principal will play an instrumental role in our ambitious growth objectives. This role will lead through the full investing lifecycle including sourcing, negotiating, and monitoring investments across multiple investment types. The Investment Principal will also play an integral role in external brand building through participation at industry events and conferences. The role will offer a significant opportunity for career development. Check out our full job description at: https://lnkd.in/g6UxKz_Y ? #Hiring

Congratulations to L2 Point on the successful close of their oversubscribed inaugural fund, L2 Point Opportunities?I. The Fund’s capital, together with its co-investment vehicles, totals nearly $460 million. MPowered Capital is proud to back founder Kerstin Dittmar and the L2 Point team. MPowered Capital began its partnership with L2 Point early on, with the goal of accelerating L2 Point's firm launch and growth. Through our Multiplier Program (“MP2”) we have also provided strategic business development, talent / human capital, and operations advice during the course of our partnership.?

MPowered Capital?was a proud sponsor of the 8th?annual?WAVE - Women's Association of Venture & Equity?Career Forum in New York last week. The event was started by our own?Chrissie Chen Pariso?alongside?Shannon Zoller?as an opportunity to learn, engage and network with industry veterans across the spectrum of careers?in private markets?(buyout, VC, LP, placement agents, FOFs, distressed, real estate, private credit) and?to?continue to expand the "pipeline" of talented women in our industry. ? The headlines and studies are pervasive on the gap in women in PE & VC and the value?of?diversity. The WAVE forum provides a unified platform leveraging support from affiliated industry groups to help encourage women to lean into and persist with the business.? ? The event was a great success and hosted over 600 attendees, with WAVE Scholars representing over 200 educational institutions. Thank you to all who attended and to all of our co-sponsors, including our affiliates at?V?rde Partners! ? #MPowerTheTalent

Thank you to the New America Alliance and Anyori Hernandez for the opportunity to participate in the International Symposium in Mexico City last month. The event was a huge success and I had such a wonderful experience connecting with investors and allocators from across the United States and Latin America. I was also thrilled to participate on a panel moderated by Rei Tran (Rei T.) alongside fellow panelists Tiffany Mcghee and Tina Byles Williams discussing how to navigate recent fundraising challenges in the alternatives market. I’m looking forward to more events with NAA in the future!?

Last week MPowered Capital Managing Director, Chrissie Chen Pariso, joined a thought-provoking panel discussion at AAAIM ELEVATE. The conference focused on how organizations can move beyond policy rhetoric to create truly inclusive cultures that drive long-term success and better returns. The panel was moderated by Taffi Ayodele, Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion & Emerging Manager Strategy, NYC Office of the Comptroller. Fellow panelists included MonaLisa Como, President and CEO, iDAC Inc.; Sylvester McClearn, Director, Emerging Manager Program, Office of the New York State Comptroller; Gabriel Jason Rodriguez, Treasurer, New America Alliance (NAA) and Miguel Thames, President and CEO, National Association of Securities Professionals (NASP). AAAIM ELEVATE brings together top institutional investors, leading allocators, and investment professionals to connect, share ideas and build lasting relationships. MPowered was honored to take part in this important conversation. #MPowerTheTalent

The MPowered Capital team wrapped up Q3 with our quarterly in-person team meeting. The team came together to connect, build stronger relationships, and strategize for the upcoming quarter. We also found time for fun with some friendly competition on the golf simulators at female-founded Thr3 Jack. It's incredible to see the synergy and enthusiasm within our team. Here's to achieving great things together in the next quarter! #MPowerTheTalent?

Last week, we hosted our third?MPowered Capital?Multiplier Program (MP2) Virtual Roundtable of 2024 - “The Competitive Advantage of Managing Your Executive Social Media Presence”?featuring?Kristi Piehl, Founder and CEO of?Media Minefield.?Utilizing her 25 years of experience as an award-winning entrepreneur and Emmy-award winning TV news reporter, Kristi is uniquely positioned to teach today’s leaders how to communicate effectively on social media to positively impact your career, your business and your digital legacy. In this engaging and interactive roundtable presentation Kristi provided our managers with guidance on overcoming the hurdle of where to start and why it matters. ? At MPowered, we believe in the power of a dynamic community. As part of our Multiplier Program, we want to give our managers the opportunity to connect with other MPowered managers while learning about and discussing important topics that are critical for the firm building process. This roundtable is the third in a series of topics we have curated to address operational topics we know are of common interest for emerging managers. ? #MPowerTheTalent