Moments that Made Her: Recent Episodes
Private Equity Women Investor Network (PEWIN)
Moments that Made Her is a podcast where the rare and unique women that hold senior private equity roles share their stories, including the key personal and professional moments that defined their journeys and lessons they learned along the way.
Moments that Made Her is a production of the Private Equity Women Investor Network, also known as PEWIN, which is the preeminent organization for senior-level women investment professionals in private equity.
PEWIN provides its members with opportunities to network, share ideas, make deep connections with peers, and empower each other to succeed. Our mission is to increase the profile of women in private equity, and its members represent institutions with over $3 trillion in assets under management.
To learn more please visit pewin.org.
S3E58: Yuka Hata, Managing Director, Head of Fund Investments, Japan Investment
The podcast 'Moments That Made Her,' hosted by Kelly Williams of the Private Equity Women Investor Network (PEWIN), presents an in-depth conversation with Yuka Hata, Managing Director and Head of Fund Investments at Japan Investment Corporation. Yuka shares her unique upbringing in Tokyo, her venture capital career beginning at Jafco, and her experiences navigating a male-dominated industry. She discusses her transition from Japanese firms to international roles, highlighting the significance of pursuing niche opportunities to establish credibility. Yuka also emphasizes the evolving professional landscape for women in Japan and her current role promoting venture capital ecosystems and diversity within JIC. The episode underscores the challenges, achievements, and pivotal moments of Yuka's inspiring career.
Moments that Made Her is hosted by Kelly Williams, PEWIN's Founding Chair, and is produced in collaboration with Purple Photo Group.
To learn more please visit pewin.org.
Empowering Women in Private Equity: A Conversation with Sarah Samuels
This episode of Moments That Made Her, hosted by Kelly Williams, features a deep dive into the lives and careers of women in the private equity sector. The guest, Sarah Samuels, shares her journey from growing up in a small town with limited financial resources to becoming a partner at NEPC. She discusses the importance of finding one's 'zone of genius,' overcoming obstacles, and the power of asking for what you want. Sarah also touches on her personal challenges, including navigating a divorce and reshaping her career path to balance personal life with professional aspirations. Additionally, the conversation covers the topic of financial literacy for children, spotlighting Sarah's initiative to educate young kids about investing through her book 'Braving Our Savings.' The episode concludes with a discussion on the challenges and triumphs women face in the private equity industry, offering insights and advice for aspiring professionals.
This episode of 'Moments That Made Her,' hosted by Kelly Williams, founding chair of the Private Equity Women Investor Network (PEWIN), features the founders of Reach Capital: Shauntel Garvey, Jennifer Carolan, and Wayee Chu. They discuss their backgrounds, from childhood education experiences and career transitions, to their venture into founding Reach Capital, focusing on the intersection of technology and education. Touching upon their motivation and the challenges encountered, including the difficulty in getting deals through and the establishment of their firm within a male-dominated industry, the episode highlights the importance of resilience, early financial literacy, and the innovative approach Reach Capital takes in nurturing junior talent and making investment decisions. Additionally, it emphasizes the supportive role of mentors and the unique perspectives brought by female founders in the venture capital and private equity space.
S3E5: Elizabeth Hewitt, CIO, Sloan Foundation
Moments that Made Her is a podcast where the rare and unique women that hold senior private equity roles share their stories, including the key personal and professional moments that defined their journeys and lessons they learned along the way.
Moments that Made Her is a production of the Private Equity Women Investor Network, also known as PEWIN, which is the preeminent organization for senior-level women investment professionals in private equity.
PEWIN provides its members with opportunities to network, share ideas, make deep connections with peers, and empower each other to succeed. Our mission is to increase the profile of women in private equity, and members represent institutions with over $3 trillion in assets under management.
Moments that Made Her is hosted by Kelly Williams, PEWIN's Founding Chair, and is produced in collaboration with Purple Photo Group.
To learn more please visit pewin.org.
S3E4: Kate Mitchell, Co-founder, Scale Venture Partners
Moments that Made Her is a podcast where the rare and unique women that hold senior private equity roles share their stories, including the key personal and professional moments that defined their journeys and lessons they learned along the way.
Moments that Made Her is a production of the Private Equity Women Investor Network, also known as PEWIN, which is the preeminent organization for senior-level women investment professionals in private equity.
PEWIN provides its members with opportunities to network, share ideas, make deep connections with peers, and empower each other to succeed. Our mission is to increase the profile of women in private equity, and members represent institutions with over $3 trillion in assets under management.
Moments that Made Her is hosted by Kelly Williams, PEWIN's Founding Chair, and is produced in collaboration with Purple Photo Group.
To learn more please visit pewin.org.
S3E3: Alison Nankivell, Senior VP, BDC Canada
Moments that Made Her is a podcast where the rare and unique women that hold senior private equity roles share their stories, including the key personal and professional moments that defined their journeys and lessons they learned along the way.
Moments that Made Her is a production of the Private Equity Women Investor Network, also known as PEWIN, which is the preeminent organization for senior-level women investment professionals in private equity.
PEWIN provides its members with opportunities to network, share ideas, make deep connections with peers, and empower each other to succeed. Our mission is to increase the profile of women in private equity, and members represent institutions with over $3 trillion in assets under management.
Moments that Made Her is hosted by Kelly Williams, PEWIN's Founding Chair, and is produced in collaboration with Purple Photo Group.
To learn more please visit pewin.org.
S03:E02 - Kristin Gunther, Partner, Revolution Growth
Moments that Made Her is a podcast where the rare and unique women that hold senior private equity roles share their stories, including the key personal and professional moments that defined their journeys and lessons they learned along the way.
Moments that Made Her is a production of the Private Equity Women Investor Network, also known as PEWIN, which is the preeminent organization for senior-level women investment professionals in private equity.
PEWIN provides its members with opportunities to network, share ideas, make deep connections with peers, and empower each other to succeed. Our mission is to increase the profile of women in private equity, and members represent institutions with over $3 trillion in assets under management.
Moments that Made Her is hosted by Kelly Williams, PEWIN's Founding Chair, and is produced in collaboration with Purple Photo Group.
To learn more please visit pewin.org.
S03:E01 - Emily Mendell, Executive Director, PEWIN
Moments that Made Her is a podcast where the rare and unique women that hold senior private equity roles share their stories, including the key personal and professional moments that defined their journeys and lessons they learned along the way.
Moments that Made Her is a production of the Private Equity Women Investor Network, also known as PEWIN, which is the preeminent organization for senior-level women investment professionals in private equity.
PEWIN provides its members with opportunities to network, share ideas, make deep connections with peers, and empower each other to succeed. Our mission is to increase the profile of women in private equity, and members represent institutions with over $3 trillion in assets under management.
Moments that Made Her is hosted by Kelly Williams, PEWIN's Founding Chair, and is produced in collaboration with Purple Photo Group.
To learn more please visit pewin.org.
S02:E10 - Lauren Dillard, Senior Managing Director & CFO, Vista Equity Partners
Moments that Made Her is a podcast where the rare and unique women that hold senior private equity roles share their stories, including the key personal and professional moments that defined their journeys and lessons they learned along the way.
Moments that Made Her is a production of the Private Equity Women Investor Network, also known as PEWIN, which is the preeminent organization for senior-level women investment professionals in private equity.
PEWIN provides its members with opportunities to network, share ideas, make deep connections with peers, and empower each other to succeed. Our mission is to increase the profile of women in private equity, and members represent institutions with over $3 trillion in assets under management.
Moments that Made Her is hosted by Kelly Williams, PEWIN's Founding Chair, and is produced in collaboration with Purple Photo Group.
To learn more please visit pewin.org.
S02:E09 - Jill Kitazaki, President, Denning & Company
Moments that Made Her is a podcast where the rare and unique women that hold senior private equity roles share their stories, including the key personal and professional moments that defined their journeys and lessons they learned along the way.
Moments that Made Her is a production of the Private Equity Women Investor Network, also known as PEWIN, which is the preeminent organization for senior-level women investment professionals in private equity.
PEWIN provides its members with opportunities to network, share ideas, make deep connections with peers, and empower each other to succeed. Our mission is to increase the profile of women in private equity, and its members represent institutions with over $3 trillion in assets under management.
Moments that Made Her is hosted by Kelly Williams, PEWIN's Founding Chair, and is produced in collaboration with Purple Photo Group.
To learn more please visit pewin.org.
S02:E08 - Neda Daneshzadeh, Co-Founder and Managing Partner, Prelude Growth
Moments that Made Her is a podcast where the rare and unique women that hold senior private equity roles share their stories, including the key personal and professional moments that defined their journeys and lessons they learned along the way.
Moments that Made Her is a production of the Private Equity Women Investor Network, also known as PEWIN, which is the preeminent organization for senior-level women investment professionals in private equity.
PEWIN provides its members with opportunities to network, share ideas, make deep connections with peers, and empower each other to succeed. Our mission is to increase the profile of women in private equity, and its members represent institutions with over $3 trillion in assets under management.
Moments that Made Her is hosted by Kelly Williams, PEWIN's Founding Chair, and is produced in collaboration with Purple Photo Group.
To learn more please visit pewin.org.
S02:E07 - Eileen Mancera, Managing Director - Head of Sales and Marketing, Post Advisory Group
Moments that Made Her is a podcast where the rare and unique women that hold senior private equity roles share their stories, including the key personal and professional moments that defined their journeys and lessons they learned along the way.
Moments that Made Her is a production of the Private Equity Women Investor Network, also known as PEWIN, which is the preeminent organization for senior-level women investment professionals in private equity.
PEWIN provides its members with opportunities to network, share ideas, make deep connections with peers, and empower each other to succeed. Our mission is to increase the profile of women in private equity, and its members represent institutions with over $3 trillion in assets under management.
Moments that Made Her is hosted by Kelly Williams, PEWIN's Founding Chair, and is produced in collaboration with Purple Photo Group.
To learn more please visit pewin.org.
S02:E06 - Chrissie Chen Pariso, Managing Director, MPowered Capital
Moments that Made Her is a podcast where the rare and unique women that hold senior private equity roles share their stories, including the key personal and professional moments that defined their journeys and lessons they learned along the way.
Moments that Made Her is a production of the Private Equity Women Investor Network, also known as PEWIN, which is the preeminent organization for senior-level women investment professionals in private equity.
PEWIN provides its members with opportunities to network, share ideas, make deep connections with peers, and empower each other to succeed. Our mission is to increase the profile of women in private equity, and its members represent institutions with over $3 trillion in assets under management.
Moments that Made Her is hosted by Kelly Williams, PEWIN's Founding Chair, and is produced in collaboration with Purple Photo Group.
To learn more please visit pewin.org.
S02:E05 - Mina Pacheco Nazemi, Head of the Diversified Alternative Equity, Barings
Moments that Made Her is a podcast where the rare and unique women that hold senior private equity roles share their stories, including the key personal and professional moments that defined their journeys and lessons they learned along the way.
Moments that Made Her is a production of the Private Equity Women Investor Network, also known as PEWIN, which is the preeminent organization for senior-level women investment professionals in private equity.
PEWIN provides its members with opportunities to network, share ideas, make deep connections with peers, and empower each other to succeed. Our mission is to increase the profile of women in private equity, and its members represent institutions with over $3 trillion in assets under management.
Moments that Made Her is hosted by Kelly Williams, PEWIN's Founding Chair, and is produced in collaboration with Purple Photo Group.
To learn more please visit pewin.org.
S02:E04 - Melissa Ma, Co-Founder and Managing Partner, Asia Alternatives Management LLC
Moments that Made Her is a podcast where the rare and unique women that hold senior private equity roles share their stories, including the key personal and professional moments that defined their journeys and lessons they learned along the way.
Moments that Made Her is a production of the Private Equity Women Investor Network, also known as PEWIN, which is the preeminent organization for senior-level women investment professionals in private equity.
PEWIN provides its members with opportunities to network, share ideas, make deep connections with peers, and empower each other to succeed. Our mission is to increase the profile of women in private equity, and its members represent institutions with over $3 trillion in assets under management.
Moments that Made Her is hosted by Kelly Williams, PEWIN's Founding Chair, and is produced in collaboration with Purple Photo Group.
To learn more please visit pewin.org.
S02:E03 - Sarah Wuellner, Partner, Promus
Moments that Made Her is a podcast where the rare and unique women that hold senior private equity roles share their stories, including the key personal and professional moments that defined their journeys and lessons they learned along the way.
Moments that Made Her is a production of the Private Equity Women Investor Network, also known as PEWIN, which is the preeminent organization for senior-level women investment professionals in private equity.
PEWIN provides its members with opportunities to network, share ideas, make deep connections with peers, and empower each other to succeed. Our mission is to increase the profile of women in private equity, and its members represent institutions with over $3 trillion in assets under management.
Moments that Made Her is hosted by Kelly Williams, PEWIN's Founding Chair, and is produced in collaboration with Purple Photo Group.
To learn more please visit pewin.org.
S02:E02 - Adele Oliva, Founding Partner, 1315 Capital Moments that Made Her is a podcast where the rare and unique women that hold senior private equity roles share their stories, including the key personal and professional moments that defined their journeys and lessons they learned along the way. Moments that Made Her is a production of the Private Equity Women Investor Network, also known as PEWIN, which is the preeminent organization for senior-level women investment professionals in private equity. PEWIN provides its members with opportunities to network, share ideas, make deep connections with peers, and empower each other to succeed. Our mission is to increase the profile of women in private equity, and its members represent institutions with over $3 trillion in assets under management. Moments that Made Her is hosted by Kelly Williams, PEWIN's Founding Chair, and is produced in collaboration with Purple Photo Group. To learn more please visit https://pewin.org/ (pewin.org).
S02:E01 - Carole Streicher, KPMG U.S. - Deal Advisory & Strategy Leader Moments that Made Her is a podcast where the rare and unique women that hold senior private equity roles share their stories, including the key personal and professional moments that defined their journeys and lessons they learned along the way. Moments that Made Her is a production of the Private Equity Women Investor Network, also known as PEWIN, which is the preeminent organization for senior-level women investment professionals in private equity. PEWIN provides its members with opportunities to network, share ideas, make deep connections with peers, and empower each other to succeed. Our mission is to increase the profile of women in private equity, and its members represent institutions with over $3 trillion in assets under management. Moments that Made Her is hosted by Kelly Williams, PEWIN's Founding Chair, and is produced in collaboration with Purple Photo Group. To learn more please visit https://pewin.org/ (pewin.org).
Episode 10: Kelly Williams, Founding Chair of PEWIN Moments that Made Her is a podcast where the rare and unique women that hold senior private equity roles share their stories, including the key personal and professional moments that defined their journeys and lessons they learned along the way. Moments that Made Her is a production of the Private Equity Women Investor Network, also known as PEWIN, which is the preeminent organization for senior-level women investment professionals in private equity. PEWIN provides its members with opportunities to network, share ideas, make deep connections with peers, and empower each other to succeed. Our mission is to increase the profile of women in private equity, and its members represent institutions with over $3 trillion in assets under management. Moments that Made Her is hosted by Kelly Williams, PEWIN's Founding Chair, and is produced in collaboration with Purple Photo Group. To learn more please visit https://pewin.org/ (pewin.org).
Episode 9: Dana Johns, Senior Portfolio Manager - Private Equity at Maryland State Retirement and Pension System Moments that Made Her is a podcast where the rare and unique women that hold senior private equity roles share their stories, including the key personal and professional moments that defined their journeys and lessons they learned along the way. Moments that Made Her is a production of the Private Equity Women Investor Network, also known as PEWIN, which is the preeminent organization for senior-level women investment professionals in private equity. PEWIN provides its members with opportunities to network, share ideas, make deep connections with peers, and empower each other to succeed. Our mission is to increase the profile of women in private equity, and its members represent institutions with over $3 trillion in assets under management. Moments that Made Her is hosted by Kelly Williams, PEWIN's Founding Chair, and is produced in collaboration with Purple Photo Group. To learn more please visit https://pewin.org/ (pewin.org).
Episode 8: Suzanne Yoon, Founder and Managing Partner, Kinzie Capital Partners Moments that Made Her is a podcast where the rare and unique women that hold senior private equity roles share their stories, including the key personal and professional moments that defined their journeys and lessons they learned along the way. Moments that Made Her is a production of the Private Equity Women Investor Network, also known as PEWIN, which is the preeminent organization for senior-level women investment professionals in private equity. PEWIN provides its members with opportunities to network, share ideas, make deep connections with peers, and empower each other to succeed. Our mission is to increase the profile of women in private equity, and its members represent institutions with over $3 trillion in assets under management. Moments that Made Her is hosted by Kelly Williams, PEWIN's Founding Chair, and is produced in collaboration with Purple Photo Group. To learn more please visit https://pewin.org/ (pewin.org).
Episode 7: Alisa Wood, Partner, KKR Moments that Made Her is a podcast where the rare and unique women that hold senior private equity roles share their stories, including the key personal and professional moments that defined their journeys and lessons they learned along the way. Moments that Made Her is a production of the Private Equity Women Investor Network, also known as PEWIN, which is the preeminent organization for senior-level women investment professionals in private equity. PEWIN provides its members with opportunities to network, share ideas, make deep connections with peers, and empower each other to succeed. Our mission is to increase the profile of women in private equity, and its members represent institutions with over $3 trillion in assets under management. Moments that Made Her is hosted by Kelly Williams, PEWIN's Founding Chair, and is produced in collaboration with Purple Photo Group. To learn more please visit https://pewin.org/ (pewin.org).
Episode 6: Andrea Kramer, CEO of Hamilton Lane Alliance Holdings, Co-Head of Fund Investments Moments that Made Her is a podcast where the rare and unique women that hold senior private equity roles share their stories, including the key personal and professional moments that defined their journeys and lessons they learned along the way. Moments that Made Her is a production of the Private Equity Women Investor Network, also known as PEWIN, which is the preeminent organization for senior-level women investment professionals in private equity. PEWIN provides its members with opportunities to network, share ideas, make deep connections with peers, and empower each other to succeed. Our mission is to increase the profile of women in private equity, and its members represent institutions with over $3 trillion in assets under management. Moments that Made Her is hosted by Kelly Williams, PEWIN's Founding Chair, and is produced in collaboration with Purple Photo Group. To learn more please visit https://pewin.org/ (pewin.org).
Episode 5: Angela Miller-May, Chief Investment Officer at Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund Moments that Made Her is a podcast where the rare and unique women that hold senior private equity roles share their stories, including the key personal and professional moments that defined their journeys and lessons they learned along the way. Moments that Made Her is a production of the Private Equity Women Investor Network, also known as PEWIN, which is the preeminent organization for senior-level women investment professionals in private equity. PEWIN provides its members with opportunities to network, share ideas, make deep connections with peers, and empower each other to succeed. Our mission is to increase the profile of women in private equity, and its members represent institutions with over $3 trillion in assets under management. Moments that Made Her is hosted by Kelly Williams, PEWIN's Founding Chair, and is produced in collaboration with Purple Photo Group. To learn more please visit https://pewin.org/ (pewin.org).
Episode 4: Pam Hendrickson, Vice Chairman, Riverside Moments that Made Her is a podcast where the rare and unique women that hold senior private equity roles share their stories, including the key personal and professional moments that defined their journeys and lessons they learned along the way. Moments that Made Her is a production of the Private Equity Women Investor Network, also known as PEWIN, which is the preeminent organization for senior-level women investment professionals in private equity. PEWIN provides its members with opportunities to network, share ideas, make deep connections with peers, and empower each other to succeed. Our mission is to increase the profile of women in private equity, and its members represent institutions with over $3 trillion in assets under management. Moments that Made Her is hosted by Kelly Williams, PEWIN's Founding Chair, and is produced in collaboration with Purple Photo Group. To learn more please visit https://pewin.org/ (pewin.org).
Episode 3: Jeri Harman, Founder & Chairman, Avante Capital Partners Moments that Made Her is a podcast where the rare and unique women that hold senior private equity roles share their stories, including the key personal and professional moments that defined their journeys and lessons they learned along the way. Moments that Made Her is a production of the Private Equity Women Investor Network, also known as PEWIN, which is the preeminent organization for senior-level women investment professionals in private equity. PEWIN provides its members with opportunities to network, share ideas, make deep connections with peers, and empower each other to succeed. Our mission is to increase the profile of women in private equity, and its members represent institutions with over $3 trillion in assets under management. Moments that Made Her is hosted by Kelly Williams, PEWIN's Founding Chair, and is produced in collaboration with Purple Photo Group. To learn more please visit https://pewin.org/ (pewin.org).
Episode 2: Kim Lew, President and CEO of the Columbia Investment Management Company Moments that Made Her is a podcast where the rare and unique women that hold senior private equity roles share their stories, including the key personal and professional moments that defined their journeys and lessons they learned along the way. Moments that Made Her is a production of the Private Equity Women Investor Network, also known as PEWIN, which is the preeminent organization for senior-level women investment professionals in private equity. PEWIN provides its members with opportunities to network, share ideas, make deep connections with peers, and empower each other to succeed. Our mission is to increase the profile of women in private equity, and its members represent institutions with over $3 trillion in assets under management. Moments that Made Her is hosted by Kelly Williams, PEWIN's Founding Chair, and is produced in collaboration with Purple Photo Group. To learn more please visit https://pewin.org/ (pewin.org).
Episode 1: Kirsty McGuire, Executive Director of PEWIN Moments that Made Her is a podcast where the rare and unique women that hold senior private equity roles share their stories, including the key personal and professional moments that defined their journeys and lessons they learned along the way. Moments that Made Her is a production of the Private Equity Women Investor Network, also known as PEWIN, which is the preeminent organization for senior-level women investment professionals in private equity. PEWIN provides its members with opportunities to network, share ideas, make deep connections with peers, and empower each other to succeed. Our mission is to increase the profile of women in private equity, and its members represent institutions with over $3 trillion in assets under management. Moments that Made Her is hosted by Kelly Williams, PEWIN's Founding Chair, and is produced in collaboration with Purple Photo Group. To learn more please visit https://pewin.org/ (pewin.org).