17% of Emerging Managers Use Video. Here’s What the Other 83% Are Leaving on the Table.
We analyzed 197 Emerging Managers across their websites, LinkedIn, and other marketing channels. Video adoption is still limited, which means many firms are missing an easy opportunity to stand out. We explain why video matters in private equity, and how to get started.
Will LPs See You (or Your Competitors) First? Emerging Manager LinkedIn Rankings
LPs, sellers, and advisors form an opinion about you based on your LinkedIn and other marketing channels. We ranked Emerging Managers by follower count to see who shows up. Inside: who’s top of mind, who isn’t, and a few quick ways to level up your LinkedIn presence.
Your Competitors Are Winning Deals on LinkedIn. Are You?
The gap between firms that invest in digital and those that don’t is widening. Learn how you can use digital marketing to stay top of mind and turn visibility into opportunities.
Pre-Production Guide for PE Firms: What to Do Before a Video Shoot
After producing 400+ videos for private equity firms and portfolio companies, one pattern is clear: the success of a shoot is determined long before anyone says "action." Budgets matter. Equipment matters. But preparation matters more.
We Looked at 600 Independent Sponsor Websites. Only 76 Were Baller Status.
We ranked 600 Independent Sponsor websites, from Baller to Plain Vanilla to OMG, I Need Help. Along the way, we uncovered the most common design flaws, messaging gaps, and missed opportunities that firms can turn into marketing advantages.
What It’s Like to Work at 51 Labs: An Insider’s Perspective
Culture, opportunities, and the day-to-day experience matter just as much as the job title on your LinkedIn profile. Here’s an unfiltered take from someone who’s been on the inside of 51 Labs.
How to Win and Close Your First Deal as an Independent Sponsor
Insights from 100+ transactions and three decades of hands-on deal experience with John Koeppel, Partner and Private Equity/ Independent Sponsor Leader at Lippes
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Over 80% of Private Equity Firms Don’t Use Video — Here’s Why They Should
Only 1 in 5 DealMAX 2025 attendees has video on their website—and that’s a missed opportunity. This quick read breaks down why it matters and includes a list of capital providers with and without video, so you can see exactly who’s ahead of the curve.
Firms will drop $5K–10K+ to attend a big event like DealMax for marketing and business development, but they hesitate to post regularly on LinkedIn to help build the firm's brand. Somehow, posting once a month feels harder than closing a deal at the 10-yard line.
How to Use Video To Boost Visibility and Build Trust in Private Equity
Stories matter in private equity, too. Learn the key video types every PE firm needs, get actionable tips for building a solid video marketing strategy, and find quick fixes to improve underperforming content.
Not sure where to begin with your LinkedIn content strategy? Here are three important considerations when planning and executing your content for this particular social media platform.
What It’s Like to Work at 51 Labs: An Insider’s Perspective
Culture, opportunities, and the day-to-day experience matter just as much as the job title on your LinkedIn profile. Here’s an unfiltered take from someone who’s been on the inside of 51 Labs.
How to Win and Close Your First Deal as an Independent Sponsor
Insights from 100+ transactions and three decades of hands-on deal experience with John Koeppel, Partner and Private Equity/ Independent Sponsor Leader at Lippes
Mathias.
Over 80% of Private Equity Firms Don’t Use Video — Here’s Why They Should
Only 1 in 5 DealMAX 2025 attendees has video on their website—and that’s a missed opportunity. This quick read breaks down why it matters and includes a list of capital providers with and without video, so you can see exactly who’s ahead of the curve.
Firms will drop $5K–10K+ to attend a big event like DealMax for marketing and business development, but they hesitate to post regularly on LinkedIn to help build the firm's brand. Somehow, posting once a month feels harder than closing a deal at the 10-yard line.
How to Use Video To Boost Visibility and Build Trust in Private Equity
Stories matter in private equity, too. Learn the key video types every PE firm needs, get actionable tips for building a solid video marketing strategy, and find quick fixes to improve underperforming content.
Not sure where to begin with your LinkedIn content strategy? Here are three important considerations when planning and executing your content for this particular social media platform.
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