#1 - From Banking to a Private Equity Fund: Franz Hörhager's Journey (Accession Capital Partners)

 🎙️ Welcome to the first episode of the Business Leadership Podcast – Banking on Success! Join us as we talk with Franz Hörhager, founder of Accession Capital Partners, about his career shift from banking to private equity and his vision for investment in Central Eastern Europe (CEE). Starting out in the banking world in the 1980s, he quickly became a key figure in CEE finance, navigating complex economic transitions. Why did he leave a senior banking role to build a leading private equity and debt fund? And what lessons did he learn from decades of shaping the financial landscape in the region? In this episode, he shares exclusive insights into the future of investment, the challenges of CEE economies, and why hard work is still the key to success. 🔹 Key topics covered: ✅ How Central Eastern Europe became an economic success story ✅ Insights on financial risk management and private equity investments ✅ The role of ESG initiatives in the region ✅ Career advice from a financial leader on entrepreneurial success 📌 Jump to the key moments in the episode: ⏳ 01:17 – 09:56 | Franz Hörhager: From Banking to Private Equity – A Journey of Transformation ⏳ 10:36 – 19:55 | Central Eastern Europe: A Remarkable Success Story ⏳ 34:09 – 39:22 | Driving Sustainability: ESG-Initiatives in Central Eastern Europe ⏳ 39:24 – 42:40 | Career Advice: Hard Work & Finding Your Passion 📌 Watch the full episode & explore more insights here: 🔗 Podcast Overview Page: https://www.rbinternational.com/en/raiffeisen/blog/business-leadership-podcast.html 🔗 Full Episode Page: https://www.rbinternational.com/en/raiffeisen/blog/success-stories/banking-private-equity-franz-horhager-journey.html💬 What’s your biggest takeaway from this episode? Share in the comments! 📢 Like & subscribe for more expert insights on finance, leadership & investment.  📲 Follow us on Social Media for More Updates: 🔹 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/raiffeisen-bank-international/ #BusinessLeadership #PrivateEquity #CEEFinance #BankingOnSuccess #EntrepreneurSuccess #InvestmentBanking #EconomicGrowth