P/Co Executive Speaker Series

In this episode, we sat down with Jonathan Kerstein a Managing Partner at Centre Street Partners, a technology focused fund with numerous breakout investments in AI and AI-Enabled Services companies. We discuss how the rapid rise of AI is changing the way investors evaluate private companies and where the most compelling opportunities lie. We also explore AI’s impact on labor, the blurring lines between venture and private equity, and what investors today may be overlooking as they look toward the future.

From NFL quarterbacks to Fortune 500 CEOs, elite performers share one defining skill: the ability to make great decisions when it matters most. In this Executive Speaker Series episode, Seth Makowsky breaks down how he coaches top athletes and leaders to think under pressure, slow the game down mentally, and trust their instincts instead of overthinking. Drawing from game theory, high-performance coaching, and real-world experience, Seth explores what separates good from great, how true leadership is built, and how competitive athletes can maintain their edge beyond the field. A must-listen for anyone chasing sustained peak performance.

In this episode, we sat down with Archie Gips, the President & Partner of Unrealistic Ideas, a full service production company that he created alongside Mark Wahlburg and Stephen Levinson that is focused on premium non-scripted television, documentary film and podcasting. The company produced the 5x Emmy nominated docuseries McMillions, among many other shows and movies including WahlStreet, Run This city and Wahlburgers. Archie is a 2x Emmy nominated producer and an award-winning director and writer.

Max Siegelman joins us to discuss the story of how he took his family’s small philanthropic racehorse stable and turned it into one of the hottest emerging brands seemingly overnight. Max will take us through his vision, his strategy, and how he built an incredible brand while staying true to his family's mission. And make sure to keep an eye out for the P/Co summer gift, which features a unique version of the hat made especially for our clients!

On this installment of the P/Co Executive Speaker Series, we sat down with Mike Moore, an experienced private aviation consultant. Mike has over 25 years of aircraft management, sales, and air charter experience. He graduated from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, where he earned a BA in Aeronautical Studies with a concentration in Management and an Associate Degree in Aviation Business Administration. Today, Mike is a consultant at Essex Aviation where he provides expert advice, guidance, and data analysis for high net worth families as well as public and private corporations. He advises on everything from private jet acquisition, to aircraft refurbishment, to private jet chartering, fractional aircraft ownership, leasing and more.Prior to Essex Aviation, Mike was the co-founder of Infinity Aviation Group and worked at various other private aviation companies including FirstFlight, Meridian Air Charter and PrivatAir.

Barbara founded art consultancy firm, Guggenheim, Asher Associates, Inc. and has been in the business for more than 30 years. She has built collections for corporations including Coca-Cola and Sony and numerous individuals, including celebrities such as Tom Cruise and Stephen Spielberg. Barbara holds a doctorate in art history from Columbia University and has worked at both Sotheby’s and Christies prior to founding her own firm. She has lectured at the Whitney museum and has written 4 books.

ABOUT RYAN SHANNON:Ryan is an investor at Radical Ventures and publishes the Entry Level Investing column on the latest trends in the AI space. Prior to joining Radical, he was a private equity investor at TPG Capital and an investment banker in the Financial Sponsors group at Barclays. Ryan received his MBA from Harvard Business School.ABOUT RADICAL VENTURES:Radical Ventures is a leading venture capital firm that invests exclusively in early-stage companies that leverage AI. Radical partners with founders applying this technology across healthcare, manufacturing, and financial services to change the way we work and live. The firm was founded in 2017 and is now investing out of its fourth fund with ~$1 billion under management.

In this installment of the P/Co Executive Speaker Series, we sat down with Scott Gillie who provided his extensive experience & knowledge of franchising. About Scott: Scott has an extensive background in all aspects of the quick service restaurant business including many years of experience in senior leadership roles with brands including Arby’s; Dairy Queen; and El Pollo Loco. He has also been a franchisee with brands such as Popeyes; Checkers; and Captain D’s. Scott currently acts as a development consultant for franchisors seeking to grow their businesses nationally. He is also active as a franchisee and is currently developing multiple locations, primarily in the Carolinas.