LeverUp ™️ : A podcast on Private Equity and Entrepreneurship

Execution speed isn't just a tactic — it's the ultimate competitive advantage. In this episode, Laurence Haughton, author of It's Not the Big That Eat the Small...It's the Fast That Eat the Slow, sha…

In today’s fast-paced digital world where a plethora of information is easily available, tons of varying and clashing opinions on all sorts of topics are floating online. Author, mathematician, and p…

Paul Swaney sits down with Ryan Heckman, who shares how he found his way and built success in the world of private equity. He talks about the valuable lessons about leadership and culture that he has…

Business restructuring often starts with stabilizing chaos and rallying people behind a shared vision. Paul Swaney sits down with turnaround expert Lars Vaule to explore the art of fixing struggling …

Entrepreneurship thrives at the intersection of passion, purpose, and perseverance. In this engaging conversation, Paul Swaney dives deep into the entrepreneurial insights of Taylor Kenerson, an athl…

In this episode of LeverUp®, we sat with John Caple, the Founding Managing Partner of Hidden Harbor. With over twenty years of private equity investment and operational experience, John shares his jo…

In today's episode, we welcome back Rico Smith, fresh off his primary election victory. We dive into how he secured a 13% win with a grassroots campaign and discuss his bold plans to tackle Florida’s…

Today we sit down with Skylar Romines, founder of ATW Advisors and author of So She Did. In this episode, Skylar shares her 17-year journey in commercial insurance, how she built a thriving consultin…

In this episode of the Lever Up Podcast, we sit down with Ryne Ogren, a former professional baseball player turned private equity investor. After a successful career as a shortstop and catcher with t…

In this episode of the LeverUp® Podcast, we welcome John Maher, founder of Victoriam Group and expert in performance marketing. John breaks down the art and science of data-driven marketing and share…

In this episode of Lever Up, we sit down with Scott Kelly, CEO of Black Dog Venture Partners and host of VC Fast Pitch. Scott takes us through his incredible 30-year journey, starting as a runner on …

In this episode of LeverUp, we sit down with Michael Picardi, a mid-career investor relations professional with a fascinating background. From starting his career in fintech with Masterworks and tran…

In this episode, we sit down with Swaney Group Capital's Chief Operating Officer, Robert ‘Bo’ Plante III. Bo's career spans from Virginia Tech to the State Department in Moscow, followed by distingui…

This episode is a re-run from when we sat spoke with Scott Larson, a financial expert with over 15 years of experience in investment banking, private equity, and hedge funds. Scott founded OutFin Gro…

Today we are joined by Ryan Harrington, a seasoned startup investor, advisor, and product manager specializing in financial technology. In this episode, Ryan shares his incredible journey from a priv…

Today we are joined by Jim Tompkins, the chairman and founder of Tompkins Ventures, and a globally recognized authority on supply chain strategy. In this episode, Jim shares his incredible journey fr…

Today we are joined with Ronrico “Rico” Smith, a dedicated Air Force officer and candidate for Florida State House District 67. In this episode, Rico shares his remarkable journey from serving in the…

Today, we sit down with Scott Larson, a financial expert with over 15 years of experience in investment banking, private equity, and hedge funds. Scott founded OutFin Group in 2023, which helps found…

Dreaming of making the leap from investment banking to private equity?

This is the episode for you! Join us as we chat with James, a key player in our private equity firm, who reveals his journey and…