152: Mastering Private Equity in Healthcare and Auto Industries with Chihiro Kurokawa
Join us for an engaging episode of Passive Investing from Left Field! In this episode, host Chad Ackerman engages in a compelling conversation with Chihiro Kurokawa, Director in the private equity practice at ZT Corporate. Kurokawa shares his journey from being a solo multifamily syndicator to a key figure in a boutique private equity firm.
Gain exclusive insights into the resilience of service revenues during economic downturns, the significance of diversification across asset classes, and effective strategies in the competitive realm of private equity. Delve into Chihiro's wealth of experience as he discusses the importance of thorough due diligence, community involvement in vetting deals, and the power of teamwork in business.
For passive investors seeking illuminating discussions on making informed investment decisions and navigating the intricacies of blending different asset types, this episode is a must-watch.
About Chihiro Kurokawa
- Chihiro is a Director in the private equity practice at ZT Corporate, a boutique private equity firm with investment opportunities for accredited investors. The firm was founded in 1997 and has since cycled over 15 portfolio transactions representing 50+ assets. Currently the firm has an enterprise value of over $1.2 billion with holdings in medical/healthcare, branded auto dealerships and commercial real estate.
Here are some power takeaways from today’s conversation:
02:21 His real estate investment journey
08:06 Diverse business
12:35 Deal offering structure
16:30 Is this a great time to get into commercial real estate?
20:42 Comparing the metrics
23:02 What market he focuses on
24:25 Mitigating risk
28:26 Lessons learned in investing
30:50 Contact Chihiro
31:21 Podcast recommendations
32:28 Thank you for watching
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