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London, United Kingdom: 2-Day Private Equity Bootcamp

CFA Society United Kingdom, in partnership with Mink Learning, hosted an intensive 2-Day Private Equity Bootcamp in London just recently, on April 14th and 15th, 2025. Led by industry expert Steve Balaban, CFA, the bootcamp offered finance professionals a comprehensive and interactive learning experience.

Participants engaged with crucial private equity topics through lively discussions, case studies, and simulations, including:

  1. Understanding how private equity fits within investment portfolios and methods wealth managers can use to access opportunities for clients.
  2. A deep dive using practical checklists and real-world case studies to sharpen fund and direct investment evaluation skills.
  3. Developing effective PE negotiation tactics via simulation and exploring key strategies for post-investment value creation.

The bootcamp provided valuable, actionable insights for professionals navigating the complexities of the private equity landscape.