Episode
#132 - Steven Klinsky: Private Markets as Operational Edge
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- Insightful Investor
- Published
- Jul 21, 2026
- Duration seconds
- 2231
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- https://insightful-investor.captivate.fm
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Summary
Steve is the Founder and CEO of New Mountain Capital, an alternative asset manager with ~$60B in AUM as of year-end 2025, and a longtime leader in building firms focused on disciplined, growth-oriented investing. He shares how private markets have evolved into a game of operational execution and judgment, unpacking defensive growth, lower leverage, and why durable alpha increasingly comes from building better businesses rather than financial engineering. Please visit newmountaincapital.com for more information about New Mountain Capital and a list of its portfolio company investments. - This podcast/webcast is provided for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal, tax, investment, or business advice. It is not a solicitation, recommendation, or endorsement. All opinions expressed by participants are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Evoke Advisors Division of MAI Capital Management, LLC ("Evoke”), its affiliates, or any companies mentioned. Information shared has not been independently verified by MAI or its affiliates. MAI Capital Management, LLC (“MAI”) is registered with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC"), which does not imply any particular level of skill or training. Certain information contained herein has been obtained from third party sources and such information has not been independently verified. No representation, warranty, or undertaking, expressed or implied, is given to the accuracy or completeness of such information by any person. While such sources are believed to be reliable, Evoke does not assume any responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of such information. Evoke does not undertake any obligation to update the information contained herein as of any future date. The content is…