Investor Connect - 796 - Kirk Otis of Keiretsu Forum - North Texas
On this episode of Investor Connect, Hall welcomes Kirk Otis, President of Keiretsu Forum - North Texas. Located in Plano, Texas, Keiretsu Forum is a global investment community that brings together accredited private equity investors, venture capitalists, and corporate/institutional investors. \xa0 Kirk Otis, with over 40 years of business development and investment experience, oversees the North Texas chapter of Keiretsu Forum. He has held leadership positions in startups and large corporations, closing over 50 transactions totaling $13.5 billion in enterprise value and raising $46 million in venture capital for startups. \xa0 As the Managing Director at Hawkeye Capital Partners Inc., Kirk advises on executive-led exits, acquisitions, roll-ups, and management buy-outs (MBOs), seeking private equity (PE) backing in a faster, lower-risk model than traditional investment banks provide. His strategic expertise and extensive experience in transaction-oriented strategy and corporate development make him a trusted C-level advisor and leader of cross-functional teams. \xa0 Kirk Otis emphasizes the forum's collaborative approach in fostering strategic partnerships and sharing knowledge among members to access diverse angel investment opportunities. They delve into the rigorous company vetting process employed by Keiretsu Forum, highlighting the importance of team quality and due diligence in early-stage investments. Otis also reflects on navigating cross-border deals and the emerging trends in North Texas's early-stage investment landscape. To connect with Kirk Otis and learn more about Keiretsu Forum, visit , or reach out via LinkedIn at . \xa0 _______________________________________________________ For more episodes from Investor Connect, please visit the site at: \xa0\xa0 Check out our other podcasts here: \xa0 For Investors check out: \xa0 For Startups check out: \xa0 For eGuides check out: \xa0 For upcoming Events, check out \xa0\xa0 For Feedback please contact info@tencapital.group\xa0\xa0\xa0 Please , share, and leave a review. Music courtesy of .