• Inside the Rope with David Clark

  • By: David Clark
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Inside the Rope with David Clark

By: David Clark
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  • In this show, David interviews the leading minds in Wealth Management. David Clark is an experienced and respected Financial Services Professional. As a Partner and Advisor at Koda Capital, David advises some of Australia most successful families on Wealth Management. David is also a successful entrepreneur that has exited two financial services businesses. He is a director of the St Josephs College Foundation and sits on the investment committee, as well as being a founder of ZamBzee a software application development company.
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Episodes
  • Ep 174: Adrian Mackenzie - The power of partnership in private equity investments
    Jul 16 2024
    In this episode of Inside the Rope, David interviews Adrian McKenzie, founder and partner of Five V Capital, an Australian private equity firm focused on the mid-sized market in Australia and New Zealand that boasts a remarkable internal rate of return. David highlights Adrian's notable career, including his tenure at CVC Capital Partners, where he was the youngest ever partner and board member. Adrian shares insights from his vast experience, including both successful investments as well as challenges, such as CVC’s investment in Nine Media Group. Adrian discusses his journey from Glasgow to London and New York, detailing his early career in investment banking and his eventual transition to private equity. He reflects on the evolution of the private equity industry and the strategies that have driven success at Five V. Adrian emphasises the importance of aligning with business owners and investing in companies with strong growth potential. The conversation delves into Five V's mid-market focus, targeting companies with earnings between $7-30 million and enterprise values ranging from $50-300 million. Adrian explains the firm's hands-on approach, collaborating closely with management teams to drive value and achieve growth. He also introduces the Horizons product, which offers investors access to mid-market private equity with quarterly liquidity, aiming to provide strong returns with greater flexibility. Adrian shares examples of portfolio companies, such as Sea to Summit and Biopak, and discusses the significant opportunities in the mid-market space driven by intergenerational wealth transfer.
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    51 mins
  • Ep 173: Dan Ariely - Understanding irrationality through behavioural economics
    Jul 1 2024
    In this episode of Inside The Rope, David welcomes Dan Ariely, a globally renowned expert in behavioural economics. Dan is a professor of psychology and behavioural economics at Duke University, and in this episode he shares his insights into the irrational ways in which people make decisions and how understanding these behaviours can improve financial decisions, motivation, health, and end-of-life care. Dan begins by discussing his unique personal story, including the origins of his distinctive half-beard, which he grew after a severe burn injury. With the main focus of the conversation delving into the field of behavioural economics, contrasting it with traditional economics. Dan explains how behavioural economics examines the systematic mistakes people make due to inherent biases, and its practical applications in addressing financial, motivational, and health-related issues. David and Dan also discuss common irrational behaviours in financial decision-making, such as evaluating money relative to other expenditures. With Dan offering suggestions on how to create good financial habits whilst automating decisions to prevent emotional reactions to market fluctuations. Looking to the future, Dan also discusses his ongoing work, including projects aimed at improving end-of-life care and integrating human capital considerations into investment strategies. He mentions his latest book on misinformation, "Misbelief," and his involvement in the TV show "The Irrational."
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    1 hr
  • Ep 172: Artificial Intelligence Series - Part 3: Investing in AI
    Jun 24 2024
    In the concluding part of Inside The Rope's series on artificial intelligence, the focus shifts to the financial implications of AI. The episode explores how AI is poised to revolutionise investment markets, identifying potential winners and losers, and debating whether this surge is a bubble reminiscent of the dot-com era. The experts discuss the transformative potential of AI across various industries and the significant opportunities it presents for businesses globally. The discussion also touches on the practical aspects of investing in AI, from direct investment in startups to understanding the broader impact on large corporations like Microsoft and Google. The conversation highlights the dual aspects of AI as a tool for operational efficiency and a disruptor capable of creating entirely new business models. Part 3 also addresses the challenges and risks associated with AI, such as ethical considerations, the potential for job displacement, and the societal impacts of automation and machine learning. The speakers provide insights on how to strategically navigate the evolving landscape of AI investments, emphasising the importance of understanding AI's capabilities and limitations. This final episode rounds out the discussion on AI's role in modern business and investment and encourages listeners to consider how AI might influence their strategic decisions in the future.
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    37 mins

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