Investment Fund Secrets S2

Bridger Pennington
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Investment Fund Secrets is the ultimate resource for fund managers, entrepreneurs, and anyone going BIG in the world of investing. Join the journey to build and scale investment funds and business empires into billion-dollar successes. We cover fund strategy, capital raising, marketing, leadership, and even staying sharp in mind and body—all while making an impact and giving back. Join the Wall Street Rebel Inside Group → https://www.fundlaunch.com/wsr-launch--47111?sl=cf2homepage?sl=podcast Learn about investment funds on our YouTube channel → https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1_NBRSd-yIX6tyg31RzCew Bridger Pennington is the host of Investment Fund Secrets and the founder of multiple investment funds and Fund Launch. His funds and businesses have done tens of millions in revenue, and this podcast documents the journey to scaling to the billion-dollar level. Welcome to Investment Fund Secrets.

  1. 3D AGO

    Single Asset Funds: The Simplest Way to Start : Ep 383

    In this tactical solo episode, Bridger Pennington breaks down why single asset funds are one of the most practical ways to enter the fund space—and why many emerging managers overlook them. Bridger walks through: Simplicity as strategy: how focusing on one deal reduces complexity, speeds up execution, and builds early credibility.Lowering the LP barrier: why investors often prefer understanding a single, clear opportunity over a broad blind-pool mandate.Operational clarity: how underwriting, reporting, and governance become more streamlined when the scope is narrow.From one deal to many: how successful managers use single asset funds as stepping stones toward multi-asset or blind pool funds.Risk and responsibility: what to watch for when your entire fund performance hinges on one asset. Whether you’re launching your first fund or evaluating your structure, this episode lays out the advantages, trade-offs, and long-term strategy behind building with single asset funds. Want to launch a fund? Click to watch a free training: https://fundlaunch.click/how-to-lead Sign up to watch the free training and discover how to launch a fund. Stop leaving carry on the table doing one-off deals. Your track record deserves a fund. All Information Shared Are The Sole Thoughts and Opinions Of The Author. Do Not Take Any Information As Legal Or Financial Advice. You Should Seek A Certified Accountant And A Professional Legal Team Before Taking Any Further Action. ‍ *Results may vary depending on a number of factors, including but not limited to market conditions, investor demand, and investment strategy. While our courses are designed to provide you with the knowledge and tools necessary to launch a fund, we cannot guarantee any specific results or outcomes. Your success will depend on your own efforts, diligence, and ability to execute on the strategies and techniques that you decide to pursue. We make no representation or warranty that you will achieve any particular level of success or earnings, and you accept the risk that the results may differ from those described in our materials. ****We are not selling or soliciting a security in any way, shape, or form. This content is for educational purposes only and is not financial or legal advice. fundlaunch.com

    12 min

  2. FEB 5

    Capital Raising: The Skill That Changes Everything : Ep 382

    In this fundamentals-focused solo episode, Bridger Pennington breaks down capital raising as a skill—not a personality trait or a lucky break—and explains why mastering it changes the trajectory of every fund and business. Bridger covers: Capital vs. confidence: why most people struggle to raise money not because of their strategy, but because of how they communicate it.Raising before you need it: how timing, momentum, and preparation determine success long before the first ask.The trust equation: what LPs and investors are really evaluating when they decide to commit—or pass.Process over pressure: building a repeatable capital-raising system instead of relying on one-off conversations.Long-term leverage: how strong capital relationships compound into faster raises, better terms, and optionality over time. This episode reframes capital raising as a learnable, scalable discipline—and lays out the mindset and mechanics needed to do it consistently and professionally. Want to launch a fund? Click to watch a free training: https://fundlaunch.click/how-to-lead Sign up to watch the free training and discover how to launch a fund. Stop leaving carry on the table doing one-off deals. Your track record deserves a fund. All Information Shared Are The Sole Thoughts and Opinions Of The Author. Do Not Take Any Information As Legal Or Financial Advice. You Should Seek A Certified Accountant And A Professional Legal Team Before Taking Any Further Action. ‍ *Results may vary depending on a number of factors, including but not limited to market conditions, investor demand, and investment strategy. While our courses are designed to provide you with the knowledge and tools necessary to launch a fund, we cannot guarantee any specific results or outcomes. Your success will depend on your own efforts, diligence, and ability to execute on the strategies and techniques that you decide to pursue. We make no representation or warranty that you will achieve any particular level of success or earnings, and you accept the risk that the results may differ from those described in our materials. ****We are not selling or soliciting a security in any way, shape, or form. This content is for educational purposes only and is not financial or legal advice. fundlaunch.com

    48 min

  3. JAN 29

    Starting From Zero: How I’d Build a Business From Scratch in 2026 : Ep 381

    In this step-by-step solo episode, Bridger Pennington walks through exactly how he would rebuild a business from zero in 2026—no audience, no capital, and no shortcuts. Drawing from hard-earned experience, Bridger breaks down: The first 30 days: what to focus on immediately when starting with nothing—and what to ignore.Choosing the right vehicle: how to pick a business model that creates leverage, cash flow, and long-term upside from day one.Building credibility fast: the specific actions that replace years of track record when you’re starting from scratch.Distribution before perfection: why attention, audience, and positioning come before systems and scale.Compounding correctly: how small, disciplined wins stack into momentum that most people never reach. This episode is a practical blueprint for rebuilding with clarity and confidence—designed for anyone who wants to shortcut years of trial and error by starting the right way in 2026. Want to launch a fund? Click to watch a free training: https://fundlaunch.click/how-to-lead Sign up to watch the free training and discover how to launch a fund. Stop leaving carry on the table doing one-off deals. Your track record deserves a fund. All Information Shared Are The Sole Thoughts and Opinions Of The Author. Do Not Take Any Information As Legal Or Financial Advice. You Should Seek A Certified Accountant And A Professional Legal Team Before Taking Any Further Action. ‍ *Results may vary depending on a number of factors, including but not limited to market conditions, investor demand, and investment strategy. While our courses are designed to provide you with the knowledge and tools necessary to launch a fund, we cannot guarantee any specific results or outcomes. Your success will depend on your own efforts, diligence, and ability to execute on the strategies and techniques that you decide to pursue. We make no representation or warranty that you will achieve any particular level of success or earnings, and you accept the risk that the results may differ from those described in our materials. ****We are not selling or soliciting a security in any way, shape, or form. This content is for educational purposes only and is not financial or legal advice. fundlaunch.com

    14 min

  4. JAN 22

    Investor Relations: The Most Underrated Skill in Fund Management : Ep 380

    In this relationship-driven solo episode, Bridger Pennington breaks down why investor relations is one of the most overlooked—and most important—skills in fund management. Beyond performance and returns, Bridger explains what actually builds long-term trust with LPs. He dives into: Communication as strategy: why consistent, clear updates matter more than perfectly timed wins.Trust through transparency: how strong managers handle bad news, volatility, and underperformance without eroding confidence.Expectations vs. reality: setting the right tone with investors early to avoid friction later in the fund’s lifecycle.The long memory of LPs: how every interaction compounds—positively or negatively—over the life of a fund.Relationship capital: why funds that survive downturns almost always have strong investor relationships at the core. Whether you’re raising your first fund or managing an established investor base, this episode reframes investor relations as a core operating function—not an afterthought. Want to launch a fund? Click to watch a free training: https://fundlaunch.click/how-to-lead Sign up to watch the free training and discover how to launch a fund. Stop leaving carry on the table doing one-off deals. Your track record deserves a fund. All Information Shared Are The Sole Thoughts and Opinions Of The Author. Do Not Take Any Information As Legal Or Financial Advice. You Should Seek A Certified Accountant And A Professional Legal Team Before Taking Any Further Action. ‍ *Results may vary depending on a number of factors, including but not limited to market conditions, investor demand, and investment strategy. While our courses are designed to provide you with the knowledge and tools necessary to launch a fund, we cannot guarantee any specific results or outcomes. Your success will depend on your own efforts, diligence, and ability to execute on the strategies and techniques that you decide to pursue. We make no representation or warranty that you will achieve any particular level of success or earnings, and you accept the risk that the results may differ from those described in our materials. ****We are not selling or soliciting a security in any way, shape, or form. This content is for educational purposes only and is not financial or legal advice. fundlaunch.com

    22 min

  5. JAN 15

    The Biggest Business Lessons from 2025 : Ep 379

    In this reflective solo episode, Bridger Pennington breaks down the most important business lessons he learned throughout 2025—lessons shaped by growth, pressure, mistakes, and real-world execution. Bridger shares: What scaled—and what broke: the systems, strategies, and assumptions that worked early but failed under real growth.Decision-making under pressure: how higher stakes changed the way risks were evaluated and why speed mattered more than perfection.The cost of misalignment: lessons learned from hiring, partnerships, and incentives that weren’t fully thought through.Focus as a force multiplier: why fewer priorities, clearer goals, and saying “no” more often drove better outcomes.Long-term thinking in real time: how playing the long game while navigating short-term volatility reshaped how the business is built. This episode isn’t a highlight reel—it’s a practical breakdown of the lessons that actually moved the needle, and the frameworks Bridger is carrying forward into the next phase of growth. Want to launch a fund? Click to watch a free training: https://fundlaunch.click/how-to-lead Sign up to watch the free training and discover how to launch a fund. Stop leaving carry on the table doing one-off deals. Your track record deserves a fund. All Information Shared Are The Sole Thoughts and Opinions Of The Author. Do Not Take Any Information As Legal Or Financial Advice. You Should Seek A Certified Accountant And A Professional Legal Team Before Taking Any Further Action. ‍ *Results may vary depending on a number of factors, including but not limited to market conditions, investor demand, and investment strategy. While our courses are designed to provide you with the knowledge and tools necessary to launch a fund, we cannot guarantee any specific results or outcomes. Your success will depend on your own efforts, diligence, and ability to execute on the strategies and techniques that you decide to pursue. We make no representation or warranty that you will achieve any particular level of success or earnings, and you accept the risk that the results may differ from those described in our materials. ****We are not selling or soliciting a security in any way, shape, or form. This content is for educational purposes only and is not financial or legal advice. fundlaunch.com

    25 min

  6. JAN 8

    Macro Ripples of the Venezuela Capture: Markets, Oil & Risk in 2026 : Ep 378

    In this macro-focused solo episode, Bridger Pennington breaks down the global ripple effects of the recent U.S. action in Venezuela—and why events like this matter far beyond headlines and politics. Bridger unpacks: Geopolitics as a market force: how sudden state-level actions reshape risk premiums, capital flows, and investor behavior.Oil and energy implications: why Venezuela’s position in global energy markets makes this event far more consequential than it appears on the surface.Currency and inflation pressures: how geopolitical shocks transmit through FX markets, commodities, and inflation expectations.Second-order effects: why the real consequences often show up months later—in emerging markets, credit conditions, and global growth.Thinking like a macro investor: how fund managers and capital allocators should analyze geopolitical events without getting caught in emotional or political narratives. This episode is a framework for understanding how power, resources, and capital intersect—and how macro events like this can quietly reshape markets long before the average investor notices. Want to launch a fund? Click to watch a free training: https://fundlaunch.click/how-to-lead Sign up to watch the free training and discover how to launch a fund. Stop leaving carry on the table doing one-off deals. Your track record deserves a fund. All Information Shared Are The Sole Thoughts and Opinions Of The Author. Do Not Take Any Information As Legal Or Financial Advice. You Should Seek A Certified Accountant And A Professional Legal Team Before Taking Any Further Action. ‍ *Results may vary depending on a number of factors, including but not limited to market conditions, investor demand, and investment strategy. While our courses are designed to provide you with the knowledge and tools necessary to launch a fund, we cannot guarantee any specific results or outcomes. Your success will depend on your own efforts, diligence, and ability to execute on the strategies and techniques that you decide to pursue. We make no representation or warranty that you will achieve any particular level of success or earnings, and you accept the risk that the results may differ from those described in our materials. ****We are not selling or soliciting a security in any way, shape, or form. This content is for educational purposes only and is not financial or legal advice. fundlaunch.com

    18 min

  7. JAN 1

    Investment Committees and Organizing your Fund Investment Process : Ep 377

    In this process-driven solo episode, Bridger Pennington breaks down how strong investment committees and disciplined decision-making systems separate professional funds from reactive ones. Bridger walks through: Why structure beats instinct: how formal investment processes reduce bias, protect LP capital, and improve long-term outcomes.Building an effective IC: who should be involved, how authority is assigned, and how to avoid decision bottlenecks.From deal to decision: the step-by-step flow of sourcing, diligence, debate, and approval inside a well-run fund.Documentation as defense: why written investment memos, voting records, and frameworks matter more than most managers realize.Scaling without chaos: how a repeatable investment process keeps discipline intact as deal volume and fund size grow. Whether you’re launching your first fund or professionalizing an existing one, this episode gives you a clear blueprint for organizing your investment process and making better decisions at scale. Want to launch a fund? Click to watch a free training: https://fundlaunch.click/how-to-lead Sign up to watch the free training and discover how to launch a fund. Stop leaving carry on the table doing one-off deals. Your track record deserves a fund. All Information Shared Are The Sole Thoughts and Opinions Of The Author. Do Not Take Any Information As Legal Or Financial Advice. You Should Seek A Certified Accountant And A Professional Legal Team Before Taking Any Further Action. ‍ *Results may vary depending on a number of factors, including but not limited to market conditions, investor demand, and investment strategy. While our courses are designed to provide you with the knowledge and tools necessary to launch a fund, we cannot guarantee any specific results or outcomes. Your success will depend on your own efforts, diligence, and ability to execute on the strategies and techniques that you decide to pursue. We make no representation or warranty that you will achieve any particular level of success or earnings, and you accept the risk that the results may differ from those described in our materials. ****We are not selling or soliciting a security in any way, shape, or form. This content is for educational purposes only and is not financial or legal advice. fundlaunch.com

    24 min

  8. 12/25/2025

    The Importance of Social Media in Fund Management : Ep 376

    In this forward-looking solo episode, Bridger Pennington breaks down why social media has become a critical advantage for modern fund managers—and why ignoring it is no longer an option. Bridger explores: Trust at scale: how consistent social content builds credibility with LPs long before the first pitch or intro call.Distribution beats persuasion: why owning attention makes capital raising easier, faster, and more predictable.Education as leverage: how explaining your strategy publicly positions you as a thought leader instead of just another manager asking for capital.Signal vs. noise: what types of content actually attract serious investors—and what wastes time and attention.The long game: how compounding audience trust over months and years turns social media into a durable asset for your fund. Whether you’re just starting to build an online presence or refining an existing one, this episode shows how social media can become one of the most powerful tools in a fund manager’s toolkit. Want to launch a fund? Click to watch a free training: https://fundlaunch.click/how-to-lead Sign up to watch the free training and discover how to launch a fund. Stop leaving carry on the table doing one-off deals. Your track record deserves a fund. All Information Shared Are The Sole Thoughts and Opinions Of The Author. Do Not Take Any Information As Legal Or Financial Advice. You Should Seek A Certified Accountant And A Professional Legal Team Before Taking Any Further Action. ‍ *Results may vary depending on a number of factors, including but not limited to market conditions, investor demand, and investment strategy. While our courses are designed to provide you with the knowledge and tools necessary to launch a fund, we cannot guarantee any specific results or outcomes. Your success will depend on your own efforts, diligence, and ability to execute on the strategies and techniques that you decide to pursue. We make no representation or warranty that you will achieve any particular level of success or earnings, and you accept the risk that the results may differ from those described in our materials. ****We are not selling or soliciting a security in any way, shape, or form. This content is for educational purposes only and is not financial or legal advice. fundlaunch.com

    29 min
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Investment Fund Secrets is the ultimate resource for fund managers, entrepreneurs, and anyone going BIG in the world of investing. Join the journey to build and scale investment funds and business empires into billion-dollar successes. We cover fund strategy, capital raising, marketing, leadership, and even staying sharp in mind and body—all while making an impact and giving back. Join the Wall Street Rebel Inside Group → https://www.fundlaunch.com/wsr-launch--47111?sl=cf2homepage?sl=podcast Learn about investment funds on our YouTube channel → https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1_NBRSd-yIX6tyg31RzCew Bridger Pennington is the host of Investment Fund Secrets and the founder of multiple investment funds and Fund Launch. His funds and businesses have done tens of millions in revenue, and this podcast documents the journey to scaling to the billion-dollar level. Welcome to Investment Fund Secrets.

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  • Creator
    Bridger Pennington
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    122
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026 Bridger Pennington
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    Investment Fund Secrets S2

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