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Balentine Likes Lower-Middle-Market Buyout Funds
Mark Bell, Ph.D., and Ben Webb, CFA, share why Balentine prefers lower-middle-market buyout funds, especially in defense, heavy industry and aerospace. The two leaders break down what makes a manager worth backing, as niche private capital specialists with operational expertise and a disciplined process.

Balentine Focusing on Tech, AI for VC Allocations
Mark Bell, Ph.D., and Ben Webb, CFA, break down how Balentine builds its private capital lineup — leaning into tech, AI, and cybersecurity, and sticking with managers who can prove a repeatable process. They also share why the firm is selective with direct deals and co-investments, only stepping in when the opportunity can beat what a diversified fund already offers.

Balentine Making Opportunistic Allocations to Sports
Mark Bell, Ph.D., and Ben Webb, CFA, share insights into Balentine's private capital portfolio strategy, current positioning, and the case for sports as a durable investment theme.

Beyond the Exit: How Opportunity Zones Turn a Tax Bill Into a Long-Term Investment
Opportunity Zones began as a temporary program to push private investment into overlooked communities. After proving their worth, they’ve been made permanent, with some useful updates. For business owners who have recently sold, or are approaching a sale, they deserve a close look.

Investing After the Exit: Why TALS May Be the Right Strategy After Your Business Sale
We believe tax-loss harvesting is a reliable tool for keeping more of what you've earned — but it has a shelf life. Tax-aware long/short (TALS) is designed to pick up where it leaves off.
The Discipline of Authentic Leadership
In his latest article for Fast Company, CEO Adrian Cronje, Ph.D., CFA, reflects on what it actually takes to stay grounded, and what he learned from watching a fellow leader do it well.

Trump Accounts: A Generational Investment
Trump Accounts enable families to starting start saving for their child’s future early – and benefit from the magic of compound interest

Adrian Cronje among Georgia's 2026 Titan 100 Honorees
Explore the official 2026 Georgia Titan 100 Digital Book to learn more about Adrian’s recognition and meet the exceptional group of leaders shaping Georgia’s business community.

Shifting Your Mindset from Founder to Steward
In this Forbes Business Council article, Robert Balentine draws on his decades of experience advising business owners – and his own experience as an entrepreneur – to offer a practical framework for turning a successful business into a multi-generational legacy.

A Tribute to Bostic from a fellow Atlanta Leader
In a personal reflection on Raphael Bostic’s leadership, Adrian celebrates the economist, communicator, and community member who made Atlanta's civic life richer.

Honoring Bostic's Heart for Service
Adrian Cronje reflects on Raphael Bostic's legacy, recognizing the former Atlanta Fed Chair’s focus on affordability and economic mobility set the stage for a national conversation.

Wealth transfers. Legacy is built.
In this podcast episode, Emily shares that the future of wealth management isn't just financial. It's relational, generational, and deeply personal.
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