

Prime Talks
Prime Quadrant
Welcome to Prime Talks, a podcast featuring exclusive interviews with industry legends from the financial world to explore their personal journey, where the world is today and what the future holds for family offices and high-net-worth investors.
Hosted by Mo Lidsky, the Chief Executive Officer at Prime Quadrant, a leading family office and investment advisory firm serving affluent families around the world. To learn more about Mo, visit www.primequadrant.com/people
Hosted by Mo Lidsky, the Chief Executive Officer at Prime Quadrant, a leading family office and investment advisory firm serving affluent families around the world. To learn more about Mo, visit www.primequadrant.com/people
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Mar 29, 2022 • 60min
Ep. 25 David Rubenstein | Patriotic Philanthropy, Pandas & Private Equity
David Rubenstein, Co-Founder and Co-Chairman of The Carlyle Group, dives into the innovations in private equity, his own philanthropic endeavors, and crypto. Recorded on January 12, 2022.
This episode is from our Lunches with Legends™ virtual investor series. To view our upcoming event schedule, visit www.primequadrant.com/events
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All opinions expressed by participants in the video are solely their own, do not reflect the opinion of Prime Quadrant or its affiliates and are subject to change at any given time for any reason without notice. The information in this audio production is for informational and entertainment purposes. It does not constitute financial, investment, tax, or legal advice and should not be construed as such. Please see the appropriate professional advisor for advice specific to your situation.
Unless otherwise specified, references to “Prime Quadrant” are intended to mean the Prime Quadrant group of companies. The firms that comprise the Prime Quadrant group of companies include Prime Quadrant Corp. and Prime Quadrant US, LLC. Each firm provides specific services in a particular geographic area and is subject to the laws and professional regulations of the particular country or countries in which it operates.

Mar 29, 2022 • 58min
Ep. 24 Arlene Dickinson | Marketing, CPG & Canadian Venture Capital
Arlene Dickinson is the General and Managing Partner of District Ventures Capital, but is most commonly known for her role on the television show, Dragon’s Den. In this episode, Arlene shares her thoughts on Canadian venture capital, women in leadership and the future of consumer goods. Recorded on December 15, 2021.
This episode is from our Lunches with Legends™ virtual investor series. To view our upcoming event schedule, visit www.primequadrant.com/events
Be the first to find out about our latest events by following us on LinkedIn or subscribing to our mailing list.
All opinions expressed by participants in the video are solely their own, do not reflect the opinion of Prime Quadrant or its affiliates and are subject to change at any given time for any reason without notice. The information in this audio production is for informational and entertainment purposes. It does not constitute financial, investment, tax, or legal advice and should not be construed as such. Please see the appropriate professional advisor for advice specific to your situation.
Unless otherwise specified, references to “Prime Quadrant” are intended to mean the Prime Quadrant group of companies. The firms that comprise the Prime Quadrant group of companies include Prime Quadrant Corp. and Prime Quadrant US, LLC. Each firm provides specific services in a particular geographic area and is subject to the laws and professional regulations of the particular country or countries in which it operates.

Mar 29, 2022 • 1h 3min
Ep. 22 Michael Mauboussin | Navigating Today's Markets
Michael Mauboussin, Head of Consilient Research of Counterpoint Global and Morgan Stanley, shares some useful decision-making frameworks and the paradox of skill vs. luck. Recorded on November 24, 2021.
This episode is from our Lunches with Legends™ virtual investor series. To view our upcoming event schedule, visit www.primequadrant.com/events
Be the first to find out about our latest events by following us on LinkedIn or subscribing to our mailing list.
All opinions expressed by participants in the video are solely their own, do not reflect the opinion of Prime Quadrant or its affiliates and are subject to change at any given time for any reason without notice. The information in this audio production is for informational and entertainment purposes. It does not constitute financial, investment, tax, or legal advice and should not be construed as such. Please see the appropriate professional advisor for advice specific to your situation.
Unless otherwise specified, references to “Prime Quadrant” are intended to mean the Prime Quadrant group of companies. The firms that comprise the Prime Quadrant group of companies include Prime Quadrant Corp. and Prime Quadrant US, LLC. Each firm provides specific services in a particular geographic area and is subject to the laws and professional regulations of the particular country or countries in which it operates.

Mar 29, 2022 • 1h 2min
Ep. 20 Joshua Friedman | Insights from the King of Credit
Joshua Friedman, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Canyon Partners, talks about his personal story, how he left Goldman Sachs to build his own company, and the future of credit markets. Recorded on November 10, 2021.
This episode is from our Lunches with Legends™ virtual investor series. To view our upcoming event schedule, visit www.primequadrant.com/events
Be the first to find out about our latest events by following us on LinkedIn or subscribing to our mailing list.
All opinions expressed by participants in the video are solely their own, do not reflect the opinion of Prime Quadrant or its affiliates and are subject to change at any given time for any reason without notice. The information in this audio production is for informational and entertainment purposes. It does not constitute financial, investment, tax, or legal advice and should not be construed as such. Please see the appropriate professional advisor for advice specific to your situation.
References herein to Prime Quadrant refer to Prime Quadrant Corp., which is registered as a Portfolio Manager and Exempt Market Dealer in Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Ontario, and Quebec, and as an Investment Fund Manager in Ontario and Quebec.

Mar 29, 2022 • 1h 3min
Ep. 19 Roger Martin | Improving our Thinking with Capital Allocation
Roger Martin, Best-Selling Author, Strategy Advisor, and the Former Dean of Rotman School of Business, talks about how he helped transform Rotman to become one of the top business schools in the world and succession planning. Recorded on October 27, 2021.
This episode is from our Lunches with Legends™ virtual investor series. To view our upcoming event schedule, visit www.primequadrant.com/events
Be the first to find out about our latest events by following us on LinkedIn or subscribing to our mailing list.
All opinions expressed by participants in the video are solely their own, do not reflect the opinion of Prime Quadrant or its affiliates and are subject to change at any given time for any reason without notice. The information in this audio production is for informational and entertainment purposes. It does not constitute financial, investment, tax, or legal advice and should not be construed as such. Please see the appropriate professional advisor for advice specific to your situation.
References herein to Prime Quadrant refer to Prime Quadrant Corp., which is registered as a Portfolio Manager and Exempt Market Dealer in Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Ontario, and Quebec, and as an Investment Fund Manager in Ontario and Quebec.

Mar 29, 2022 • 1h
Ep. 18 Dominic Barton | China, Africa & Leadership
Dominic Barton, the Former Global Managing Partner at McKinsey and Canada’s Ambassador to the People’s Republic of China, talks about China, Africa, and what it means to be a great leader. Recorded on June 9, 2021.
This episode is from our Lunches with Legends™ virtual investor series. To view our upcoming event schedule, visit www.primequadrant.com/events
Be the first to find out about our latest events by following us on LinkedIn or subscribing to our mailing list.
All opinions expressed by participants in the video are solely their own, do not reflect the opinion of Prime Quadrant or its affiliates and are subject to change at any given time for any reason without notice. The information in this audio production is for informational and entertainment purposes. It does not constitute financial, investment, tax, or legal advice and should not be construed as such. Please see the appropriate professional advisor for advice specific to your situation.
References herein to Prime Quadrant refer to Prime Quadrant Corp., which is registered as a Portfolio Manager and Exempt Market Dealer in Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Ontario, and Quebec, and as an Investment Fund Manager in Ontario and Quebec.

Mar 29, 2022 • 1h 1min
Ep. 17 Jeff Immelt | From the Top of Corporate America
Jeff Immelt, the Former Chairman and CEO of General Electric and author of ‘Hot Seat’, a memoir on leadership in times of crisis, talks about the valuable lessons he learned during his tenure at GE. Recorded on June 2, 2021.
This episode is from our Lunches with Legends™ virtual investor series. To view our upcoming event schedule, visit www.primequadrant.com/events
Be the first to find out about our latest events by following us on LinkedIn or subscribing to our mailing list.
All opinions expressed by participants in the video are solely their own, do not reflect the opinion of Prime Quadrant or its affiliates and are subject to change at any given time for any reason without notice. The information in this audio production is for informational and entertainment purposes. It does not constitute financial, investment, tax, or legal advice and should not be construed as such. Please see the appropriate professional advisor for advice specific to your situation.
References herein to Prime Quadrant refer to Prime Quadrant Corp., which is registered as a Portfolio Manager and Exempt Market Dealer in Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Ontario, and Quebec, and as an Investment Fund Manager in Ontario and Quebec.

Mar 29, 2022 • 58min
Ep. 16 Leda Braga | Algorithms in the Markets
Leda Braga, CEO of Systematica Investments, discusses algorithms in markets and their growing implications for investors. Recorded on May 19, 2021.
This episode is from our Lunches with Legends™ virtual investor series. To view our upcoming event schedule, visit www.primequadrant.com/events
Be the first to find out about our latest events by following us on LinkedIn or subscribing to our mailing list.
All opinions expressed by participants in the video are solely their own, do not reflect the opinion of Prime Quadrant or its affiliates and are subject to change at any given time for any reason without notice. The information in this audio production is for informational and entertainment purposes. It does not constitute financial, investment, tax, or legal advice and should not be construed as such. Please see the appropriate professional advisor for advice specific to your situation.
References herein to Prime Quadrant refer to Prime Quadrant Corp., which is registered as a Portfolio Manager and Exempt Market Dealer in Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Ontario, and Quebec, and as an Investment Fund Manager in Ontario and Quebec.

Mar 29, 2022 • 1h 1min
Ep. 15 Jonathan Nelson | The Future of Media
Jonathan Nelson, Executive Chairman and Founder of Providence Equity, talks about the future of media and its implications for investors. Recorded on May 5, 2021.
This episode is from our Lunches with Legends™ virtual investor series. To view our upcoming event schedule, visit www.primequadrant.com/events
Be the first to find out about our latest events by following us on LinkedIn or subscribing to our mailing list.
All opinions expressed by participants in the video are solely their own, do not reflect the opinion of Prime Quadrant or its affiliates and are subject to change at any given time for any reason without notice. The information in this audio production is for informational and entertainment purposes. It does not constitute financial, investment, tax, or legal advice and should not be construed as such. Please see the appropriate professional advisor for advice specific to your situation.
References herein to Prime Quadrant refer to Prime Quadrant Corp., which is registered as a Portfolio Manager and Exempt Market Dealer in Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Ontario, and Quebec, and as an Investment Fund Manager in Ontario and Quebec.

Mar 29, 2022 • 57min
Ep. 14 Brian Mulroney | Global Business, Politics & Markets
The Right Honorable Brian Mulroney, 18th Prime Minister of Canada, shares his views on global business, politics, and leadership. Recorded on April 28, 2021.
Moderated by Walied Soliman, Partner and Chair at Norton Rose Fulbright Canada.
This episode is from our Lunches with Legends™ virtual investor series. To view our upcoming event schedule, visit www.primequadrant.com/events
Be the first to find out about our latest events by following us on LinkedIn or subscribing to our mailing list.
All opinions expressed by participants in the video are solely their own, do not reflect the opinion of Prime Quadrant or its affiliates and are subject to change at any given time for any reason without notice. The information in this audio production is for informational and entertainment purposes. It does not constitute financial, investment, tax, or legal advice and should not be construed as such. Please see the appropriate professional advisor for advice specific to your situation.
References herein to Prime Quadrant refer to Prime Quadrant Corp., which is registered as a Portfolio Manager and Exempt Market Dealer in Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Ontario, and Quebec, and as an Investment Fund Manager in Ontario and Quebec.


