In this fireside chat, PJ Frederix and Jeff Reals, Co-Heads of Direct Investments at Sagard, discuss what is shaping private equity direct investing today.

Their conversation explores:

• The shift from syndication to co-underwriting—and why execution matters
• The potential benefits of investing in companies at the mid-life stage
• A practical framework for assessing AI-related risks and value-creation opportunities

In under ten minutes, discover how these trends could impact the direct investment landscape.