Paul Desmarais III, Chairman and CEO of Sagard, Details Their Approach to Investing, Growing and Staying True to Core Values
Episode 8, Dec 19, 2022, 05:30 AM
Today in this Money Maze Podcast Curated edition we travel to Canada, to understand Sagard, with its Chairman and CEO, Paul Desmarais III.
Sagard is an intriguing alternative asset management business, that is striking in both the freshness of its approach and clarity of its ambitions.
In this conversation, Paul explains Sagard’s genesis and vision. He then describes their core investment activities, investment process, and disciplines, as well as their thoughtful approach to issues relating to ESG and sustainability.
He then elaborates on their priorities and growth opportunities by geography and theme, the importance of “the network”, and Canada’s advantages for both inward and external flow of opportunities.
Paul finally explains why innovation and entrepreneurship are core values in the organisation and how culture is an essential underpinning of their approach to business.
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All content on Money Maze Curated Podcasts is for your general information and use only and is not intended to address your particular requirements. In particular, the content does not constitute any form of advice, recommendation, representation, endorsement or arrangement and is not intended to be relied upon by users in making (or refraining from making) any specific investment or other decisions. We try to provide content that is true and accurate as of the date of publishing; however, we give no assurance or warranty regarding the accuracy, timeliness, or applicability of any of the contents. Guests, presenters and other individuals involved in the production of this podcast may have positions in any of the investments discussed. Please note, Money Maze Curated Podcasts are funded by the interviewee or their featured organization, unlike the Money Maze Podcast (which is funded by third party advertising). Full disclaimer here.
Sagard is an intriguing alternative asset management business, that is striking in both the freshness of its approach and clarity of its ambitions.
In this conversation, Paul explains Sagard’s genesis and vision. He then describes their core investment activities, investment process, and disciplines, as well as their thoughtful approach to issues relating to ESG and sustainability.
He then elaborates on their priorities and growth opportunities by geography and theme, the importance of “the network”, and Canada’s advantages for both inward and external flow of opportunities.
Paul finally explains why innovation and entrepreneurship are core values in the organisation and how culture is an essential underpinning of their approach to business.
Sign up to our newsletter for more in-depth insights | Follow us on LinkedIn | Connect with Sagard here
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DISCLAIMER
All content on Money Maze Curated Podcasts is for your general information and use only and is not intended to address your particular requirements. In particular, the content does not constitute any form of advice, recommendation, representation, endorsement or arrangement and is not intended to be relied upon by users in making (or refraining from making) any specific investment or other decisions. We try to provide content that is true and accurate as of the date of publishing; however, we give no assurance or warranty regarding the accuracy, timeliness, or applicability of any of the contents. Guests, presenters and other individuals involved in the production of this podcast may have positions in any of the investments discussed. Please note, Money Maze Curated Podcasts are funded by the interviewee or their featured organization, unlike the Money Maze Podcast (which is funded by third party advertising). Full disclaimer here.