CFA Society Vancouver, in partnership with Mink Learning, recently hosted a comprehensive 2-Day Private Equity Bootcamp in Vancouver, Canada, on May 14th and 15th, 2025. Led by Steve Balaban, CFA, the in-depth program was designed to strengthen foundational knowledge and equip attendees with advanced insights into private equity investing.
- Participants delved into key aspects of the private equity landscape, including:Refining knowledge of private equity principles, key methodologies, and diverse approaches like direct investing, co-investing, and fund strategies.
- Understanding the entire private equity process, from initial deal sourcing and due diligence through to value creation and eventual exit.
- Discussing practical case studies, current market events, and pandemic-driven shifts shaping the private equity industry today.
The bootcamp provided finance professionals and investors with a robust framework for making strategic investment decisions in the dynamic world of private equity.