PPB in the News: Featured on Benefits and Pensions Monitor
June 29, 2026
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PPB Capital Partners was featured in Benefits and Pensions Monitor, where Chief Investment Officer Frank Burke shared his perspective on the evolving private markets landscape. Burke explains that many of today’s most compelling investment opportunities are created while companies remain private, making access to high-quality private market managers increasingly important for investors seeking to participate in earlier stages of value creation before businesses reach the public markets.
Burke also highlights the importance of disciplined manager selection and thoughtful portfolio construction in private markets. Rather than pursuing individual companies, experienced investors focus on partnering with managers who have differentiated sourcing capabilities, strong relationships, and the expertise to identify businesses with durable competitive advantages. This approach helps investors build diversified portfolios designed to capture long-term growth while managing the complexities of private market investing.
