The Corner Series
McGuireWoods
“The Corner Series” is a multiperspective podcast series by McGuireWoods featuring commentaries from lawyers, bankers and a number of specialists about the developments and issues dominating today’s middle-market private equity. Tune in with McGuireWoods partner, Geoff Cockrell as he and specialists share real-world insight to help enhance your knowledge.
McGuireWoods is a full-service firm providing legal and public affairs solutions to corporate, individual, and nonprofit clients worldwide for more than 200 years collectively. Our commitment to excellence in everything we do gives our clients a competitive edge in everything they do. Our law firm, over its 186-year history, has earned the loyalty of our many long-standing clients with a deep understanding of their businesses, and broad skills in corporate transactions, high-stakes disputes, and complex regulatory and compliance matters.
To learn more about our discussions, please email host Geoff Cockrell at gcockrell@mcguirewoods.com or visit our website at mcguirewoods.com.
This series was recorded and is being made available by McGuireWoods for informational purposes only. By accessing this series, you acknowledge that McGuireWoods makes no warranty, guarantee or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this installment. The views, information or opinions expressed are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily reflect those of McGuireWoods. This series should not be used as a substitute for competent legal advice from a licensed professional attorney in your state and should not be construed as an offer to make or consider any investment or course of action.
McGuireWoods is a full-service firm providing legal and public affairs solutions to corporate, individual, and nonprofit clients worldwide for more than 200 years collectively. Our commitment to excellence in everything we do gives our clients a competitive edge in everything they do. Our law firm, over its 186-year history, has earned the loyalty of our many long-standing clients with a deep understanding of their businesses, and broad skills in corporate transactions, high-stakes disputes, and complex regulatory and compliance matters.
To learn more about our discussions, please email host Geoff Cockrell at gcockrell@mcguirewoods.com or visit our website at mcguirewoods.com.
This series was recorded and is being made available by McGuireWoods for informational purposes only. By accessing this series, you acknowledge that McGuireWoods makes no warranty, guarantee or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this installment. The views, information or opinions expressed are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily reflect those of McGuireWoods. This series should not be used as a substitute for competent legal advice from a licensed professional attorney in your state and should not be construed as an offer to make or consider any investment or course of action.
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Jul 21, 2025 • 24min
Episode 106: Patent Investment Strategies With Amanda Wieker
Think a patent is bulletproof once it's issued? Think again. Amanda Wieker, partner at McGuireWoods and former acting vice chief administrative patent judge at the Patent Trial and Appeal Board, reveals why patent validity can remain in flux for decades.In this conversation with McGuireWoods colleague and host Geoff Cockrell, Amanda unpacks the complex lifecycle of patents in private equity investments. She explains challenges to patent validity, the Patent Trial and Appeal Board process, and critical diligence considerations for investors acquiring companies where patents are material assets.Connect and Learn More☑️ Amanda Wieker | LinkedIn☑️ Geoff Cockrell | LinkedIn☑️ McGuireWoods | LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram | X☑️ Subscribe Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon MusicThis podcast was recorded and is being made available by McGuireWoods for informational purposes only. By accessing this podcast, you acknowledge that McGuireWoods makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in the podcast. The views, information, or opinions expressed during this podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily reflect those of McGuireWoods. This podcast should not be used as a substitute for competent legal advice from a licensed professional attorney in your state and should not be construed as an offer to make or consider any investment or course of action.
Jul 14, 2025 • 17min
Episode 105: Scaling Medical Aesthetics, with Annie Hockey
As the founder of Skytale Group, a boutique healthcare-focused investment banking and management consulting firm, Annie Hockey has a high-level view of what makes medical aesthetics businesses ready for private equity transactions. In this episode, she shares her observations with McGuireWoods healthcare partner Amanda Roenius, taking over hosting duties from Geoff Cockrell.“I think the best time to transact is fully dependent on the owner and their life goals. It's such a personal decision,” Annie says. Tune in for insights about preparing for transactions, managing regulatory risk and building scalable medical aesthetics practices.Connect and Learn More☑️ Annie Hockey | LinkedIn☑️ Skytale Group | LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram☑️ Amanda Roenius | LinkedIn☑️ McGuireWoods | LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram | X☑️ Subscribe Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon MusicThis podcast was recorded and is being made available by McGuireWoods for informational purposes only. By accessing this podcast, you acknowledge that McGuireWoods makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in the podcast. The views, information, or opinions expressed during this podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily reflect those of McGuireWoods. This podcast should not be used as a substitute for competent legal advice from a licensed professional attorney in your state and should not be construed as an offer to make or consider any investment or course of action.
Jul 7, 2025 • 23min
Episode 104: Orthopedic Expansion Through Hub-and-Spoke, With Chris Day
In this engaging discussion, Chris Day, CFO of Growth Orthopedics, shares his expertise on expanding healthcare access in underserved markets using a hub-and-spoke model. He highlights how this approach allows clinics to operate further from surgical centers, improving patient outreach. Day also delves into the impact of private equity on healthcare, the looming retirement of baby boomer physicians, and the vital collaboration needed between clinicians and business professionals to enhance orthopedic services effectively.
Jun 30, 2025 • 25min
Episode 103: Hot Sectors in Health Tech Today, With Bill Watts
In this insightful discussion, Bill Watts, who leads the healthcare tech group at Brown Gibbons Lang & Company, dives into the booming sectors of health tech. He reveals that governance, risk, and compliance are hot markets, alongside opportunities in pharma supply chains and employer tech. Bill explains how the investment landscape has shifted post-pandemic, highlighting the rise of mixed business models. He also addresses the potential impacts of AI and the changing dynamics in investor priorities as they navigate this evolving industry.
Jun 25, 2025 • 21min
Episode 102: Converting Prospects Faster — The Marketing Funnel Blueprint, With Laurel Mintz
Join Laurel Mintz, the innovative founder of Fabric VC and CEO of Elevate My Brand, as she dives into the world of marketing funnels. She discusses the vital role of marketing conversations in bridging the gap between first contact and sales. Laurel also explores how AI tools can enhance content creation, maintaining the balance between efficiency and personal touch. Plus, she shares insights on optimizing marketing strategies in healthcare with automation, all while navigating the complex landscape of investment during economic uncertainty.
Jun 23, 2025 • 20min
Episode 101: The Physician-First Culture Driving Ophthalmology Success, with Mary Lou Parisi
"Without our doctors being engaged in the business, it won't be successful. Period. The end," states Mary Lou Parisi, co-CEO of Eye Health America, in this conversation with host Geoff Cockrell.Leading a platform that weathered economic turbulence while maintaining 20-25% year-over-year growth, Mary Lou reveals how Eye Health America’s physician-aligned approach has fueled recruitment success and practice integration across 60 locations and 135 physicians.Connect and Learn More☑️ Mary Lou Parisi | LinkedIn☑️ Eye Health America | LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram☑️ Geoff Cockrell | LinkedIn☑️ McGuireWoods | LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram | X☑️ Subscribe Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon MusicThis podcast was recorded and is being made available by McGuireWoods for informational purposes only. By accessing this podcast, you acknowledge that McGuireWoods makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in the podcast. The views, information, or opinions expressed during this podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily reflect those of McGuireWoods. This podcast should not be used as a substitute for competent legal advice from a licensed professional attorney in your state and should not be construed as an offer to make or consider any investment or course of action.
Jun 16, 2025 • 24min
Episode 100: The Business Development Mindset, With Scott Becker
“The effort it takes to get something new going is gargantuan,” reflects healthcare industry icon Scott Becker in The Corner Series’ milestone 100th episode. Drawing from decades of experience building legal and media businesses, Scott reveals to McGuireWoods colleague and host Geoff Cockrell why most ambitious professionals fail at practice development: They mistake activity for action, analyze too much and give up too early in the desert of “nothing happening.”Connect and Learn More☑️ Scott Becker | LinkedIn☑️ Geoff Cockrell | LinkedIn☑️ McGuireWoods | LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram | X☑️ Subscribe Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon MusicThis podcast was recorded and is being made available by McGuireWoods for informational purposes only. By accessing this podcast, you acknowledge that McGuireWoods makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in the podcast. The views, information, or opinions expressed during this podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily reflect those of McGuireWoods. This podcast should not be used as a substitute for competent legal advice from a licensed professional attorney in your state and should not be construed as an offer to make or consider any investment or course of action.
Jun 10, 2025 • 24min
Episode 99: 20 Years of Evolving Healthcare PE, with Amber Walsh
For 20 years, McGuireWoods Executive Committee member Amber Walsh and host Geoff Cockrell have joined forces to run a healthcare private equity conference in Chicago. “Good content has always been, since the very beginning, one of the hallmarks of this conference,” Amber says as she and Geoff reflect on the conference as well as the state of healthcare private equity investing. Tune in for their insights about emerging joint venture opportunities with health systems, the continued importance of inclusion initiatives, and why diversification remains the dominant investment theme in today's healthcare private equity landscape.Connect and Learn More☑️ Amber Walsh | LinkedIn☑️ Geoff Cockrell | LinkedIn☑️ McGuireWoods | LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram | X☑️ Subscribe Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon MusicThis podcast was recorded and is being made available by McGuireWoods for informational purposes only. By accessing this podcast, you acknowledge that McGuireWoods makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in the podcast. The views, information, or opinions expressed during this podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily reflect those of McGuireWoods. This podcast should not be used as a substitute for competent legal advice from a licensed professional attorney in your state and should not be construed as an offer to make or consider any investment or course of action.
Jun 5, 2025 • 23min
Episode 98: The Floor vs. Ceiling Shift in Healthcare M&A, With TUSK Practice Sales
Today, sellers of healthcare practices look for a higher floor than ceiling, explains Ryan Mingus, managing director of TUSK Practice Sales, a healthcare M&A advisory firm. Ryan teams up with director Connor Jorgensen for a discussion about how practice owners’ priorities have shifted from maximizing valuation to seeking operational support and sustainability.Speaking with McGuireWoods partner and host Geoff Cockrell, Ryan and Connor describe how joint venture structures have become increasingly popular across specialties, from dental to GI and dermatology, as sellers prioritize ongoing distributions over potentially risky holding company equity.Connect and Learn More☑️ Ryan Mingus | LinkedIn☑️ Connor Jorgensen | LinkedIn☑️ TUSK Practice Sales on LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook☑️ Geoff Cockrell | LinkedIn☑️ McGuireWoods | LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram | X☑️ Subscribe Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon MusicThis podcast was recorded and is being made available by McGuireWoods for informational purposes only. By accessing this podcast, you acknowledge that McGuireWoods makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in the podcast. The views, information, or opinions expressed during this podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily reflect those of McGuireWoods. This podcast should not be used as a substitute for competent legal advice from a licensed professional attorney in your state and should not be construed as an offer to make or consider any investment or course of action.
Jun 3, 2025 • 21min
Episode 97: How One Orthopedic Platform Defies Today's Market Headwinds, with Grady Wilson
"We're in the best spot from a capital standpoint since I've been with this organization," says Grady Wilson, chief development officer at Varsity-backed Orthopedic Care Partners (OCP). In this conversation with host Geoff Cockrell, Grady discusses how their recent $185 million Brookfield investment positions them for aggressive growth despite challenging market conditions. Drawing from his experience growing OCP to 150 physicians across five states, Grady shares insights about physician recruitment strategies, value-based care opportunities, and the untapped potential in mid-sized markets. He also reveals how OCP’s compensation model creates alignment at local and organization-wide levels to drive success in today's orthopedic landscape.Connect and Learn More☑️ Grady Wilson | LinkedIn☑️ Orthopedic Care Partners | LinkedIn☑️ Geoff Cockrell | LinkedIn☑️ McGuireWoods | LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram | X☑️ Subscribe Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon MusicThis podcast was recorded and is being made available by McGuireWoods for informational purposes only. By accessing this podcast, you acknowledge that McGuireWoods makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in the podcast. The views, information, or opinions expressed during this podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily reflect those of McGuireWoods. This podcast should not be used as a substitute for competent legal advice from a licensed professional attorney in your state and should not be construed as an offer to make or consider any investment or course of action.
