Episode 4: Series 4 2026 - Trailer - Leadership, Wealth Tech and Chief Question Officers
The Fiftyfaces PodcastShow Notes
After an extremely fast-paced summer we are delighted to be back for Series 4 of the Fiftyfaces Podcast for 2026. This series dips into dips into venture capital and private credit, does a double dip into real estate. We explore the challenges of allocator governance (for families and public funds alike) and end with a passionate discussion of how art can transform brands.
We startt with a conversation that gets to the heart of how AI can be a liberating force and hear one of the most intriguing transformations of AI - enabling people to be a chief question officer. We discuss how Europe needs to enhance its speed if it is to compete when it comes to venture capital (why time is the enemy) hear about the advantages of transparency when leading, why being true to oneself is essential, and about why customisation is the future.
We explore the impact of wealth tech on private wealth and advising individuals (hint: will lead to more customised solutions) and look at what the new wave of family offices actually want in their advisors. We hear also from a public fund leader about how he is being creative doing more with less and never compromising on quality.
We end with a powerful bonus episode about the power of art and culture to elevate brands as well as career trajectories
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Joey Mason is a Venture Partner in Life Sciences at Claret Capital Partners where he has been since September 2024. He has over 30 years’ experience in the sector, and has significant experience in most segments of the Life Sciences industry – medtech, pharma/ biotech, diagnostics, health IT and techbio. He has served on the boards of 20 private and public companies in Ireland, Europe and the USA.
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