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POLARIS is a fully regulated European placement agent with offices in Zurich (Switzerland) and Vaduz (Liechtenstein) specialising in marketing and provision of fundraising services for private markets managers.

We support asset managers with their strategic market entry, branding, fundraising, and after-sales activities to institutional and professional investors across Europe

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Million raised IN 2023

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LP Interactions in 2023

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Team Members

16

Years covering European LPs

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The POLARIS team has multi-decade experience in marketing and fundraising for numerous asset managers from across the globe. The senior-heavy team is well-versed in the intricacies of the European markets and the regulatory requirements needed to successfully raise capital

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Elementum Advisors

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𝗣𝗢𝗟𝗔𝗥𝗜𝗦 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗯𝗼𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗮𝗱𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗗𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗲𝗹 𝗖𝘇𝗶𝗺𝗲𝗿: 𝗣𝗢𝗟𝗔𝗥𝗜𝗦 has appointed @[Daniel Czimer](urn:li:person:TUVc-Yb4ME) to its advisory board. Daniel joins an international renowned group of advisors, bringing his extensive expertise in managing international private equity investments to support and strengthen 𝗣𝗢𝗟𝗔𝗥𝗜𝗦' strategic direction. Daniel oversees the global private equity investments of kjup Capital, a Hamburg based family office. Before joining kjup Capital, he spent 13 years with CAM Alternatives and its predecessor firms, including VCM Capital Management and DB Private Equity, working in Munich, Cologne, and Asia \(Thailand, Singapore\). CAM Alternatives, a fund of fund manager, focused in customized solutions in non-traditional assets, primarily on private equity and private debt. The firm recently merged with Altamar Capital Partners to form AltamarCAM Partners. 🎓 Daniel studied economics at the Eberhard-Karl-University in Tubingen and at the California State University of Long Beach. @[Claus Hilpold](urn:li:person:pm\_oBLLoNs), Managing Partner at POLARIS, commented: "We are very pleased to welcome Daniel Czimer to our advisory board. Having exchanged ideas with Daniel in the private equity space for quite some time, I have always valued his deep insights and sharp perspective. His extensive network of private equity managers and his ability to provide a well-informed, detailed opinion on each of them is truly impressive. Daniel's knowledge and experience make him an invaluable reference point, and I always enjoy discussing strategies and market trends with him. His addition to POLARIS will undoubtedly enhance our ability to navigate this complex market and drive forward innovation." Further members of the advisory board include 𝗗𝗮𝗷𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗕𝗿𝗼𝗱𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗻, Senior Advisor Infrastructure, @[Johannes Jasper, CAIA](urn:li:person:LchYsv3riG), Senior Advisor Liquid Alternatives, @[John Fraser](urn:li:person:52XaEX228e), Senior Advisor Private Debt, @[Marc Lau](urn:li:person:0fvPg\_OYK8), Senior Advisor Asia, @[Simon Faure](urn:li:person:uMTwsJFL9y), Senior Advisor Private Equity and @[Pablo Lopez de Ayala](urn:li:person:cR5sDo-oQq), Senior Advisor Private Equity. {hashtag|\#|POLARIS} {hashtag|\#|investment} {hashtag|\#|PrivateDebt} {hashtag|\#|investors} {hashtag|\#|advisoryboard}
Thrilled to announce that @[Stefan Brägger](urn:li:person:tz4DJW2pSM) will be taking the stage to moderate a must-see panel at the upcoming Private Equity Insight Conference in Munich: "𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗟𝗣𝘀 𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝗟𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗜𝗻 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁". 🗓 Tuesday, October 8 ⏰ 10:45 AM 📍 Hilton Munich Park, Munich Stefan will be joined by a group of industry experts who together will discuss the key trends shaping the private equity landscape, the evolving priorities of LPs, and strategies for success in today’s dynamic market environment. 𝗣𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲: 🔸 @[Adrian Hodel](urn:li:person:hfRW-axwCU) / UBS 🔸 @[Alex Koriath](urn:li:person:Pum-NyH-FN) / Cambridge Associates 🔸 @[Thomas B.](urn:li:person:3B3ZowMA0\_) / Erste 🔸 @[Alexander Hesseling](urn:li:person:xpXtWd1C1e) / LFPI @[Private Equity Insights](urn:li:organization:3189332) is renowned for organizing 12 top-tier conferences across Europe, Asia, and North America. These events serve as powerful platforms for forging connections and solidifying relationships among key players in the private equity realm, including General Partners, Limited Partners, PE/VC Target Companies, and Service Providers. {hashtag|\#|POLARIS} {hashtag|\#|investment} {hashtag|\#|PrivateEquity} {hashtag|\#|PEInsights}
LP Appreciation Dinner with @[Axiom Asia Private Capital](urn:li:organization:473149) 🌟 Recently, Axiom Asia & POLARIS had the pleasure of hosting an unforgettable LP Appreciation Dinner at the iconic Rhine Tower. It was an incredible opportunity to \(re-\)connect with many investors from the Rhineland and beyond, while enjoying fantastic Asian cuisine in a rotating restaurant high above the rooftops of Düsseldorf. 🤝✨ We are truly grateful for the strength and support of our growing LP network, which continues to thrive from vintage to vintage. Your trust and partnership inspire us to keep moving forward. A special thanks to our friends @[Edmond Ng](urn:li:person:Ty4VPhP4\_A) and @[Marc Lau](urn:li:person:0fvPg\_OYK8) for making the trip to Europe and co-hosting this event. We look forward to future collaborations and shared success! 🚀 {hashtag|\#|POLARIS} {hashtag|\#|AxiomAsia} {hashtag|\#|Investors} {hashtag|\#|Rhineland} {hashtag|\#|Networking} {hashtag|\#|Growth} {hashtag|\#|Innovation} {hashtag|\#|Partnerships}
🏃‍♂️True Olympians at the POLARIS, @[Axiom Asia Private Capital](urn:li:organization:473149), and @[Portfolio Advisors](urn:li:organization:9429580) Sightseeing Run during IPEM 2024 in Paris! 🇫🇷 A huge shoutout to everyone who joined us for our Sightseeing Run at IPEM 2024! 👏 We couldn't have asked for a better day to explore the beautiful streets of Paris. With the sun shining bright, runners from all levels – leisure and sport – came together for an incredible experience. Together, we raced past iconic landmarks like the Eiffel Tower and the Arc de Triomphe, taking in the sights and sounds of this magnificent city. Our expert guides led the way, sharing fascinating facts and stories along the route. Whether you were pushing your limits or simply enjoying a leisurely jog, we hope you had an unforgettable time. There's truly no better way to kick off a conference than with a refreshing run and great company on such a beautiful day. 😊 We can't wait to lace up our running shoes and hit the streets with you again soon.👟 {hashtag|\#|POLARIS} {hashtag|\#|AxiomAsia} {hashtag|\#|PortfolioAdvisors} {hashtag|\#|IPEMParis2024}
🗓️ Save the Date: 𝗣𝗢𝗟𝗔𝗥𝗜𝗦 𝗮𝘁 𝗜𝗣𝗘𝗠 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 𝗶𝗻 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘀 🇫🇷 Members of the POLARIS team @[Stefan Brägger](urn:li:person:tz4DJW2pSM) and @[Marijn Dumoulin](urn:li:person:OT3JXP2B0u), will be attending IPEM 2024 in Paris from September 9-11, 2024. If you are an asset manager looking to expand your investor base in Europe, we would be thrilled to share our insights on the current fundraising market with you. For LPs interested in exploring which managers \(GPs\) we represent and the rationale behind our partnerships, please feel free to reach out to us. 📩 If you would like to schedule a one-on-one meeting with our team during the event, please contact us at 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀\@𝗽𝗼𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘀-𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀.𝗰𝗼𝗺. We look forward to connecting with you! 🏃‍♂️ Additionally, we will be hosting the last of our sightseeing runs of the year, and this time it’s in Paris! Join us on September 10 for a unique opportunity to explore the City of Light while engaging in a healthy morning activity. If you would like to participate, please leave a comment below, and we will provide you with further details. We look forward to a productive and insightful experience at IPEM 2024. 👋 {hashtag|\#|POLARIS} {hashtag|\#|PE} {hashtag|\#|PrivateEquity} {hashtag|\#|IPEMParis2024}

𝗟𝗶𝗲𝗰𝗵𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗶𝗻, 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂! Happy National Day from the entire POLARIS team! 🎉

On this special day, we raise our glasses to the world's sixth-smallest nation, a true Alpine gem that continuously amazes us.🍾

Liechtenstein, you size may be small, but your spirit and resilience are larger than life! 💪

August 15 is a double celebration for this incredible country – not only does it mark the Assumption Feast, but it's also the birthday of the late Prince Franz Josef II, a leader who left an indelible mark on Liechtenstein's history.

Our team in Vaduz feels the pulse of Liechtenstein's vibrant culture and innovative spirit
every single day, and we couldn't be more grateful to be a part of this amazing community. 🙌

So, here's to you, Liechtenstein!🥂

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🏃‍♂️Join the 𝗣𝗢𝗟𝗔𝗥𝗜𝗦, @[Axiom Asia Private Capital](urn:li:organization:473149) and @[Portfolio Advisors](urn:li:organization:9429580) Sightseeing Run at IPEM 2024 in Paris:

Kickstart the day with a burst of energy and explore Paris like never before!

Lace up your running shoes for a sightseeing run that will take us through the heart of the City of Light. Our route will lead us from the majestic Arc de Triomphe, past the iconic Eiffel Tower, and along the scenic Seine Promenade.

𝗥𝘂𝗻 𝗗𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀:

🗓️ 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗲/𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲: Tuesday 10th of September at 07:00 am

⏱️ 𝗥𝘂𝗻 𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵: Approximately 1 hour

🏃‍♀️ 𝗖𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀: Leisure 6km / Sport 10km

➡️ If you're interested in participating, let us know below in the comments and we'll contact you with more details. Alternatively, you can email us directly at 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀\@𝗽𝗼𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘀-𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀.𝗰𝗼𝗺 to sign up and get more info. 📩

Feel free to share this information with fellow runners or directly tag them in the comments! We look forward to meeting you in Paris!

P.S. Each participant will be provided with a running t-shirt.

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𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝗦𝘄𝗶𝘀𝘀 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗮𝘆!

From the iconic Matterhorn to the tranquil shores of Lake Geneva, Switzerland’s landscapes are as diverse as its languages. 🏔️🌊 Today, we celebrate the culture, innovation, and resilience that makes Switzerland unique.

At 𝗣𝗢𝗟𝗔𝗥𝗜𝗦, we've been part of this vibrant country for over 16 years. Our journey has been a mix of challenges and triumphs, each one shaping us into who we are today. Whether navigating the financial landscape or exploring Switzerland’s natural beauty, every moment has been worthwhile.

As we celebrate today, let’s raise a toast (or enjoy some Swiss cheese 🧀) to the place we proudly call home. Here’s to many more years of growth, and new adventures!

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𝗣𝗢𝗟𝗔𝗥𝗜𝗦 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗯𝗼𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗮𝗱𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 @[Simon Faure](urn:li:person:uMTwsJFL9y) 🙌 𝗣𝗢𝗟𝗔𝗥𝗜𝗦 has appointed Simon Faure to its advisory board to support with his extensive experience in private equity. Simon is the Managing Director of IH International Advisors, a private equity advisory business with offices in London and New York owned by the Interogo Foundation whose purpose it is to secure the independence and longevity of the Ikea Concept and the financial reserves needed to ensure this. Simon leads a global team of investment professionals who invest globally and cross-sector across primary and secondary fund investments and co-investments. Prior to joining IH in 2021, Simon spent 16 years at M&G Investment’s private equity team and he has over 20 years’ experience investing in private equity. @[Stefan Brägger](urn:li:person:tz4DJW2pSM), Managing Partner at 𝗣𝗢𝗟𝗔𝗥𝗜𝗦: “It’s a great honor to welcoming Simon to our Advisory Board. IH is one of the largest and most sophisticated European investors in private equity, and they are known for their long-term investment horizon and high integrity. I’ve known Simon for over 15 years and he’s one of the smartest PE investors, while staying very humble and committed to his work. We look forward to our future work together." Further members of the advisory board include 𝗗𝗮𝗷𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗕𝗿𝗼𝗱𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗻, Senior Advisor Infrastructure, @[David Hansen](urn:li:person:7lp_TzoSfy), Senior Advisor Private Debt, @[Johannes Jasper, CAIA](urn:li:person:LchYsv3riG), Senior Advisor Liquid Alternatives, @[John Fraser](urn:li:person:52XaEX228e), Senior Advisor Private Debt, @[Marc Lau](urn:li:person:0fvPg_OYK8), Senior Advisor Asia and @[Pablo Lopez de Ayala](urn:li:person:cR5sDo-oQq), Senior Advisor Private Equity. {hashtag|\#|POLARIS} {hashtag|\#|investment} {hashtag|\#|PE} {hashtag|\#|investors} {hashtag|\#|advisoryboard}
🌟 Congratulations to @[John DeCaro](urn:li:person:2KLYmuWhOy) from @[Elementum Advisors, LLC](urn:li:organization:16083614) on winning the Outstanding Contributor 2024 Award from Insurance Insider!👏 We are excited to celebrate John's remarkable achievement and his significant contributions to the \(re\)insurance convergence industry. 🙌 John, a founding partner at Elementum, is among the early pioneers of the ILS management industry and has been managing third-party ILS capital since 2002. Known for being one of the most active traders in the secondary cat bond market, John and his firm have played a crucial role in growing and developing the cat bond segment, highlighting the value of liquidity to the wider ILS market. Our Managing Partner, @[Stefan Brägger](urn:li:person:tz4DJW2pSM), had the privilege of attending the award ceremony, where the industry gathered to reflect on the outstanding contributions and achievements.🤝 Here's to you, John!🥂 {hashtag|\#|polaris} {hashtag|\#|ILS} {hashtag|\#|reinsurance} {hashtag|\#|alternativeinvestments} {hashtag|\#|Elementum}

🚀 Exciting Insights from the 11th edition of PE Insights Conference 2024 in Zurich! 🇨🇭

Last week, our Managing Partner @[Stefan Brägger](urn:li:person:tz4DJW2pSM) moderated a panel discussion with Swiss investors Maddalena Orlandini, @[Alexander Hesseling](urn:li:person:xpXtWd1C1e), @[Thomas Gnaegi](urn:li:person:UBarr1fI8i) and @[Cyril Demaria](urn:li:person:639bkeYPlU).

Here are the key takeaways:

1️. 𝗢𝘂𝘁𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗣𝗘 𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲: The majority of the panelists, supported by a quick survey of the audience, are convinced that the 2024-25 vintages will be good years for private equity. It’s clear that professionals in our industry tend to be optimistic, seeing the glass half full \(when did you last hear from a PE manager that this vintage will be worse than the last?\)

2️. 𝗙𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗿𝗮𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗻: Despite the positive outlook, fundraising remains difficult. Asset managers are slowly realizing that the days of ever-growing fund sizes and reaching the hard-cap easily won’t come back so quickly, if ever. GPs must now fight for LPs’ attention, focus on returning capital to investors and stand out in a very crowded and competitive fundraising market. However, there are opportunities with new investors who are building portfolios entering the PE asset class, particularly in Switzerland and Germany.

3️. 𝗦𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗲𝘅𝗶𝘁𝘀: Light at the end of the tunnel?: Liquidity from PE portfolios is not expected to improve significantly over the next 12 months. However, some improvements have been made as GPs are becoming more innovative with continuation vehicles and dividend recaps.

4. 𝗟𝗣𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗮 𝗯𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘃𝘀 𝗚𝗣𝘀: The pendulum has swung in favor of LPs and this situation is expected to continue over the coming years. While access to top-tier managers was difficult in 2020-21, the current situation has made it easier for LPs to access top managers, get access to co-investments and negotiate more favorable terms, and several panelists were surprised of how much more attention they got over the last few years. Despite this shift, the 2/20 model remains largely unchallenged.

5. 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝘀𝗮𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝘂𝗲: The trend of selling minority stakes to outside investors, either to strategic investors or newly formed pools of capital, is expected to continue. Most of our panelists expect GPs will continue using these exit windows as a tool to manage transition, finance commitments, or investments into new strategies, and they seemed relatively relaxed, as long as the interests with them as investors are aligned.

Feel free to connect directly with Stefan Brägger to discuss these insights further! 🤝

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📝 𝗣𝗢𝗟𝗔𝗥𝗜𝗦 and Axiom Asia Private Capital are excited to have contributed to the latest Absolut\|private edition by Absolute Research: Our article, "Asiatisches Private Equity im institutionellen Portfolio," delves into the exciting investment opportunities presented by the robust growth of Asian economies.📈

Authored by Alex Sao Wei Lee, Debbi Sutuntivorakoon, and Ernest Ong from Axiom Asia, alongside our very own Rolf Dreiseidler from POLARIS, this paper offers valuable insights into the current geopolitical and macroeconomic landscape of the region. We explore the significance of Asia for institutional investors and present strategies to capitalize on the region's growth potential. 🇩🇪 While the article is in German, we highly recommend downloading the e-paper from the Absolute Research website to access this insightful content:👉 https://lnkd.in/eCN\_MZcN

𝗔 𝗳𝗲𝘄 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗹𝗲:

1️📈 𝗔𝘀𝗶𝗮'𝘀 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁: Asia, home to 60% of the world's population and projected to hold 65% of the global middle class by 2030, is a dynamic growth market with GDP growth forecasts for countries like India, Indonesia, and China significantly higher than those of the Western world.

2️🌏 𝗨𝗦-𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗮 𝗚𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗼𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: The geopolitical tension between the US and China, especially regarding Taiwan, remains a challenge. However, the strong economic interdependence between China and Taiwan mitigates potential conflicts and supports the current status quo.

3️💼 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗘𝗾𝘂𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝘀𝗶𝗮: Private equity in Asia offers significant advantages over Western markets due to lower reliance on debt and higher growth rates in sectors such as healthcare and IT. This makes the region an attractive investment option, particularly considering diversification and long-term return benefits.

As Asia continues to be a driving force in the global economy, understanding the nuances of its private equity market is crucial for investors seeking to diversify and optimize their portfolios.

To learn more about Asian private equity, leave us a message below or reach out to us directly. We also have a few hard copies to give away...

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We transitioned from park to terrace this morning to find our zen amidst the hustle and bustle of Berlin during an incredible yoga session, hosted by 𝗣𝗢𝗟𝗔𝗥𝗜𝗦, @[Portfolio Advisors](urn:li:organization:9429580), and @[Axiom Asia Private Capital](urn:li:organization:473149) at @[SuperReturn](urn:li:organization:10285121) International 2024. Breathing in the fresh air, we stretched out as the city awoke around us. Led by an awesome instructor, the session left us feeling centered, energized, and ready to tackle the day ahead. A sincere thank you to everyone who participated and embraced the energy of yoga in our little urban oasis. 🧘‍♀️🧘‍♂️ From yesterday's high-energy run to the calm of today's yoga, we continue to balance our dynamic SuperReturn experience. Thank you all! 🙌 {hashtag|\#|POLARIS} {hashtag|\#|Berlin} {hashtag|\#|AxiomAsia} {hashtag|\#|SuperReturn} {hashtag|\#|privateequity} {hashtag|\#|Portfolioadvisors}
Are we „runner gatherers“? 🤔  Like every top quartile GP, we double in size every year 😝 Amazing turnout this morning at the 𝗣𝗢𝗟𝗔𝗥𝗜𝗦, @[Portfolio Advisors](urn:li:organization:9429580), and @[Axiom Asia Private Capital](urn:li:organization:473149) sightseeing run at @[SuperReturn](urn:li:organization:10285121) International 2024 in Berlin. 🌞👟🏃‍♂️ Thank you to everyone who joined us for an unforgettable run and made it an incredibly rewarding experience! Whether you were in the leisure, sport, or pro group \(who, by the way, ran at an incredible 4:40/km pace\), we hope you had an amazing time racing through Germany's capital and taking in all the beautiful sights. What a fantastic way to start the day! Also, side note: this year, we had our fastest group yet! 🚀🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️ Too bad the best part of SuperReturn is already over! Or is it? Join us for our yoga in the park session tomorrow at 7am. 🧘‍♀️ {hashtag|\#|POLARIS} {hashtag|\#|Berlin} {hashtag|\#|AxiomAsia} {hashtag|\#|SuperReturn} {hashtag|\#|privateequity} {hashtag|\#|Portfolioadvisors}
Our Managing Partner @[Stefan Brägger](urn:li:person:tz4DJW2pSM) will be moderating a hand-picked panel at the 11th edition of the leading Private Equity Conference on June 19 in Zürich ⬇️ @[Private Equity Insights](urn:li:organization:3189332) organizes 12 Private Equity conferences in Europe, Asia and North America. The goal of organizing these private equity events is to help all players solidify their relationships with the most relevant investment professionals – General Partners, Limited Partners, PE/VC Target Companies, and Service Providers. Each conference is designed around networking, making sure you hear from brilliant minds that operate throughout the whole PE lifecycle. Each panel is hand-picked to cover the trending topics in PE, and there are 4+ hours dedicated to networking opportunities. 👉 Stefan will be moderating a panel on the following topic: 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗟𝗣'𝘀 𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝗟𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗜𝗻 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁 🗓️ 𝗪𝗲𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲 𝟭𝟵, 𝟭𝟬:𝟰𝟱 𝗔𝗠, 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗶𝗼𝘁𝘁 𝗛𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗹, 𝗭𝘂̈𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗵 We can certainly expect an exciting discussion with the following participants: Maddalena Orlandini / Kieger @[Mathias B. Zürcher, CAIA](urn:li:person:YDh5kL5tFN) / Julius Bär @[Thomas Gnaegi](urn:li:person:UBarr1fI8i) / Marcuard Family Office @[Alexander Hesseling](urn:li:person:xpXtWd1C1e) / LFPI {hashtag|\#|POLARIS} {hashtag|\#|investment} {hashtag|\#|PrivateEquity} {hashtag|\#|PEInsights}
𝗔𝗹𝗹 𝗴𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 𝗺𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝗻 𝗲𝗻𝗱. After over a decade with POLARIS, our colleague Hemma Fuchs has decided to embark on a new adventure. 👋 During her time here, Hemma has been absolutely instrumental in managing our accounting, finance and controlling. She joined us in 2012 after sharpening her skills at Ernst & Young and Harcourt Investment Consulting. With razor-sharp intelligence and dedication, Hemma has kept our finances in impeccable order through years of evolution and growth. Her expertise in controlling has provided immense strategic value. Beyond her superb technical abilities, we will miss Hemma's warm spirit and the community she fostered. ❤️ While we're sad to see her go, we know Hemma's talents will continue driving success in her next endeavor. Thank you, Hemma, for everything you've done for POLARIS over the past decade. 𝗪𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘀𝗵 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀! 🙌 {hashtag|\#|Polaris} {hashtag|\#|investment} {hashtag|\#|zurich} {hashtag|\#|team}
👋 Join us at SuperReturn International 2024 in Berlin and meet members of our team: @[Stefan Brägger](urn:li:person:tz4DJW2pSM), @[Claus Hilpold](urn:li:person:pm_oBLLoNs), @[Rolf Dreiseidler](urn:li:person:eJb5ufBUs0) and @[Marijn Dumoulin](urn:li:person:OT3JXP2B0u). If you are an asset manager looking to expand your investor base in Europe, we would be thrilled to share our insights on the current fundraising market with you. For LPs interested in exploring which managers \(GPs\) we represent and the rationale behind our partnerships, please feel free to reach out to us. To schedule a one-on-one meeting with our team, please contact us at 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀\@𝗽𝗼𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘀-𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀.𝗰𝗼𝗺 📩 ℹ️ POLARIS is also hosting a sightseeing run and yoga in the park session on June 5 & 6. If you want to participate leave us a comment below and we will contact you with the details. {hashtag|\#|POLARIS} {hashtag|\#|assetmanagement} {hashtag|\#|Berlin} {hashtag|\#|SuperReturn} {hashtag|\#|PrivateEquity}
We invite you to join the Sightseeing Run and/or Yoga in the Park session hosted by 𝗣𝗢𝗟𝗔𝗥𝗜𝗦, @[Portfolio Advisors](urn:li:organization:9429580), and @[Axiom Asia Private Capital](urn:li:organization:473149) at the SuperReturn International 2024 in Berlin!👇 🏃‍♂️ 𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀𝗲𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗥𝘂𝗻: Wednesday, June 5, 2024 - 7:00 AM ➡️ Join our team on a route that will take us through Berlin to see the city’s most iconic sites, including the Victory Column, the Reichstag Building and past the Brandenburg gate. 𝗥𝘂𝗻 𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵: Approximately 1 hour 𝗖𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀: Leisure 6 km / Sport 8 km / Pro Athlete 10 km \(Participants in the Pro Athlete category need to qualify\) 🧘‍♂️𝗬𝗼𝗴𝗮: Thursday, June 6, 2024 - 7:00 AM ➡️ Start your day with a morning yoga session in Berlin's beautiful Tiergarten led by a certified yoga instructor. This class is designed for yogis of all abilities, come join us as we flow together in one of Berlin's most iconic outdoor spaces! 𝗬𝗼𝗴𝗮 𝘀𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵: Approximately 1 hour 𝗔𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀: All levels 𝗜𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘄𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗲, 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘂𝘀 𝗮 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘄𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀. 💬 Feel free to share this information with fellow runners and yoga enthusiasts or directly tag them in the comments! We look forward to seeing you in Berlin! 🙌 {hashtag|\#|POLARIS} {hashtag|\#|Berlin} {hashtag|\#|AxiomAsia} {hashtag|\#|SuperReturn} {hashtag|\#|privateequity} {hashtag|\#|Portfolioadvisors}
"𝗢𝗼𝗽𝘀, 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗱𝗶𝗱 𝗶𝘁 𝗮𝗴𝗮𝗶𝗻!" 👏 Big shout-out to our friends at @[Portfolio Advisors](urn:li:organization:9429580) for hosting another fantastic workshop on private equity secondaries—this time in a stunning location in the city of Düsseldorf. ➡️ At POLARIS, we have always been strong believers in the middle market, and we were particularly intrigued by related insights in the context of GP-led deal flow & opportunities: 🌐 𝗕𝗿𝗼𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗢𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀: The U.S. middle market boasts an estimated 140,000+ companies, compared to just over 3,000 in the large cap space. This presents a vast landscape for investment. 💸 𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗔𝘁𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗩𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: On average, mid-market purchase multiples are about 40% lower than those seen in large cap transactions. ⚖️ 𝗥𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗲𝗱 𝗟𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲: Mid-market investments typically involve around 37% less leverage, suggesting a more sustainable financial structure. 🚀 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹: The upper quartile of mid-market funds outperforms large/mega cap funds by 12.3%, indicating significant alpha-generating capability. 𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝗲𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗼 𝗲𝗻𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗳𝗼𝗰𝘂𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄𝗹𝗲𝗱𝗴𝗲 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴: 👉 This June, Portfolio Advisors will be rolling out this exclusive workshop series on Private Equity Co-Investments to Zurich, Geneva, Munich, and Vienna. 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱? 📩 Get in touch with us to learn more! {hashtag|\#|PrivateEquity} {hashtag|\#|InvestmentOpportunities} {hashtag|\#|FinanceWorkshop} {hashtag|\#|POLARIS} {hashtag|\#|PortfolioAdvisors} {hashtag|\#|MiddleMarket}
𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗜𝗖 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰! 💡👇 After nearly a decade of spearheading the Alternative Investor Conference as Deputy Chairman of the BAI, our Managing Partner, @[Rolf Dreiseidler](urn:li:person:eJb5ufBUs0), joined this year's event alongside our esteemed colleagues from @[Portfolio Advisors](urn:li:organization:9429580). 🔑 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗮𝘄𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗥𝗼𝗹𝗳: 1️⃣ 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗱 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: The conference saw an unprecedented turnout with around 1,300 registrations. There was a cautiously optimistic atmosphere, a refreshing change from last year’s more subdued mood. 2️⃣ 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗯𝘁: Over the next 12 months, investors are particularly bullish on private debt. A critical piece of advice is to carefully evaluate managers for their work-out capabilities. 3️⃣ 𝗘𝘃𝗼𝗹𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗘𝗾𝘂𝗶𝘁𝘆: LPs are expecting a widening gap in performance across the sector, with small to mid-cap managers poised for superior results. These firms, focusing on hands-on operational improvements, are especially well-equipped to navigate the current market dynamics. 👏 Kudos to the @[Bundesverband Alternative Investments e.V. \(BAI\)](urn:li:organization:18559162) for a tremendously successful AIC 2024! We are eagerly anticipating what next year will bring. {hashtag|\#|AIC2024} {hashtag|\#|InvestmentTrends} {hashtag|\#|PrivateEquity} {hashtag|\#|PrivateDebt} {hashtag|\#|Networking}