Hugh MacAurthur – Global Chairman of Bain’s Private Equity Practice on the evolving landscape of private equity, the role of private and sovereign wealth, trends in secondaries, and the forces reshaping today’s investment industry.

Hugh MacArthur, Senior Partner and Chairman of the Global Private Equity Practice at Bain & Company, discusses his career journey and the growth of Bain’s private equity consulting business. He offers insights into the evolving landscape of private equity, particularly the increasing involvement of sovereign wealth funds and the emerging role of the private wealth channel. Hugh highlights the need for greater technology adoption within the industry, the importance of secondaries, and how fundraising strategies are expected to evolve. He concludes by sharing valuable advice for those looking to pursue careers in private equity, consulting, or related fields.