Capital Allocators – Inside the Institutional Investment Industry Yann Robard - Liquidity Solutions for Private Capital at Dawson (EP.392)
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Jun 17, 2024 
Yann Robard, founder of Dawson Partners and expert in private markets, shares his insights on innovative liquidity solutions. He discusses his entrepreneurial journey and the evolution of the firm inspired by a 1,000 km Arctic bike ride. The conversation delves into the dynamics between general and limited partners, the future of the secondaries market, and the growing importance of technology in asset management. Yann also highlights how nature fuels creativity and the significance of culture in fostering success within private equity.
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Joining CPPIB
- After the tech bubble burst in 2001, Yann Robard transitioned back to investment banking before joining CPPIB.
- He joined a small team tasked with building a private equity portfolio, marking a significant career shift.
Evolution, Not Revolution
- Innovation in markets should be evolutionary, not revolutionary, to be successful.
- The market needs to adapt to the strategy, not the other way around.
The Genesis of Dawson
- Yann's decision to leave CPPIB was a gradual process driven by a need for change and a desire for a new challenge.
- A 1,000-mile bike ride in the Canadian Arctic provided the clarity and inspiration for his next venture.