E33: Invest in Private Equity with Mark Flickinger of BIP Capital
Summary
In this episode of Alt Investing Made Easy, Roland and Sarah interview Mark Flickinger, General Partner and COO of BIP Ventures. Mark discusses the launch of their new investment product, BIP Ventures Evergreen BDC, which aims to provide accredited investors with easier access to private equity markets. He elaborates on their investment philosophy, emphasizing their role as active business builders and partners with entrepreneurs. The conversation also highlights the fund's transparency and registration with the SEC, making it accessible through major platforms like Schwab and Fidelity.
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Mark Flickinger
In his role as General Partner and Chief Operating Officer of BIP Capital, Mark Flickinger oversees the operations of the firm with a focus on fundraising and investor success. Before joining BIP Capital, Mark held leadership roles for startup consulting firm 4th Strand before and after it was acquired by Intertek. Mark's experience also includes a biotech startup developing therapeutics for cancer and autoimmune diseases. He recently served as the Chairman of the Board for Venture Atlanta and has served on several company boards. Mark earned an MBA in General Management and Entrepreneurship from The University of North Carolina Kenan-Flagler Business School and a BSE in Mechanical Engineering from Princeton University. He was a member of the US National Rowing Team from 2001-2008.
In his role as General Partner and Chief Operating Officer of BIP Capital, Mark Flickinger oversees the operations of the firm with a focus on fundraising and investor success. Before joining BIP Capital, Mark held leadership roles for startup consulting firm 4th Strand before and after it was acquired by Intertek. Mark's experience also includes a biotech startup developing therapeutics for cancer and autoimmune diseases. He recently served as the Chairman of the Board for Venture Atlanta and has served on several company boards. Mark earned an MBA in General Management and Entrepreneurship from The University of North Carolina Kenan-Flagler Business School and a BSE in Mechanical Engineering from Princeton University. He was a member of the US National Rowing Team from 2001-2008.
Mark’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-flickinger-24295538/
BIP Capital
BIP Capital is an integrated private market investment platform that offers traditional venture anchor funds through BIP Ventures, an evergreen equity BDC through the BIP Ventures Evergreen BDC, and access to LAGO Evergreen Credit, a private credit BDC through partnership with LAGO Asset Management. With a distinctive multi-stage, multi-sector investment approach and a growing array of capital offerings, we support advisors and deliver wealth preservation and growth opportunities for thousands of investors.
BIP Capital is an integrated private market investment platform that offers traditional venture anchor funds through BIP Ventures, an evergreen equity BDC through the BIP Ventures Evergreen BDC, and access to LAGO Evergreen Credit, a private credit BDC through partnership with LAGO Asset Management. With a distinctive multi-stage, multi-sector investment approach and a growing array of capital offerings, we support advisors and deliver wealth preservation and growth opportunities for thousands of investors.
BIP Ventures Evergreen Funds: https://www.bipevergreenfunds.com/
BIP Ventures: https://www.bipventures.vc/
BIP Capital Alternative Assets Webinars (Q2 2025): https://info.bipcapital.com/webinars
Contact BIP Capital: investorcommunications@bipcapital.com
BIP Ventures: https://www.bipventures.vc/
BIP Capital Alternative Assets Webinars (Q2 2025): https://info.bipcapital.com/webinars
Contact BIP Capital: investorcommunications@bipcapital.com
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Creators and Guests
Host
Roland Wiederaenders
Co-founder of the Alt Investing Made Easy podcast, investment advisor, and corporate securities attorney with expertise in private investment funds, corporate/securities issues, mergers and acquisitions, partnership structuring, and federal income tax matters. Roland is also a member of Grable Martin PLLC.
Host
Sarah Florer
Co-founder of the Alt Investing Made Easy podcast, investment advisor, and corporate attorney with expertise in corporate finance and securities, structuring and restructuring, and commercial matters. Sarah is also a member of Grable Martin PLLC.
Producer
Anthony Carrano
Co-founder of the Alt Investing Made Easy podcast, fractional Chief Marketing Officer, entrepreneur, and Managing Partner at Dunamis Marketing.
