Podcast: In conversation with... Mark Corbidge, Sun European Partners
Unquote hosts Sun European Partners managing director Mark Corbidge to discuss the development of the GP's strategy and where its priorities lie in 2022.
Sun European Partners began its life as a distressed investor, but has shifted its approach in recent years, bringing new opportunities, as well as a need to navigate new market segments and to focus on LP communication during this transition.
Corbidge joins Harriet Matthews to discuss Sun's history, the GP's view on the market, and its approach to sectors including consumer and technology.
0:00 - Intro
1:29 - The history of Sun European Partners
3:50 - Sun's "good to great" transition
6:47 - New opportunities and recent deals
13:52 - The LP view and future fundraising
15:27 - Sun's future, current priorities and view on technology
You can listen to the podcast in the audio player above, as well as your favourite podcasting platforms, including Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
Theme music: ©2012 Kick Up The Fire.
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