Dean DeLisle

If you are looking growth opportunities, emerging markets can be worth a closer look. While they offer strong potential, they also come with added risks. Staying diversified and focused on the long term can help keep your investment strategy on track. tinyurl.com/nv4t4wnd

Spent some time this week thinking about how investors approach due diligence. Every company looks strong in a pitch deck, that’s part of the process. The real insight comes when you start digging a layer deeper. A few things tend to stand out quickly: tinyurl.com/2za5dcdu

Capital has not disappeared. It has concentrated. Founders who stay focused, manage burn, and keep building through this cycle will be the ones positioned to win when momentum returns. tinyurl.com/4rm59yzu

A surge in new fund launches and historically low liquidations reinforce one message. Institutional capital is leaning into active management as a strategic advantage. tinyurl.com/5fv7myty

Venture capital is seeing renewed energy not felt in years, yet caution remains essential. The question of whether we are in an AI bubble is shaping how firms deploy capital. tinyurl.com/4mc6c3va

Private equity and venture capital are heading into 2026 at a turning point, and it’s becoming clear who’s adapting and who’s starting to fall behind. tinyurl.com/yz47jbmn

Merry Christmas! ☃️ As the year comes to a close, I’m incredibly grateful for the people, partnerships, and progress that made this year so meaningful. Wishing you a joyful holiday season and a bright start to the year ahead.

Raising capital requires clarity and discipline. A focused strategy, the right data, and a tailored pitch are what earn investor confidence and close funding. tinyurl.com/ysef4xpr