Post Event: Strategic Capital Raising in a VUCA Economy
𝐄𝐆𝐍 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 — Combined Peer Group Meeting
Executive Leadership & Digital Transformation, Kuala Lumpur
Last week, EGN Malaysia brought together leaders from our Executive Leadership and Digital Transformation peer groups for a powerful combined session on “Strategic Capital Raising in a VUCA Economy.”
In an environment defined by volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity, the discussion went beyond theory—diving into real-world perspectives on how leaders can think strategically about capital, resilience, and long-term value creation amid constant change.
Key Takeaways from the Session:
𝟭. 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝘀 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗸𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗼𝗽
Mega-funds now control much of the capital flow, significantly limiting access for new platforms and emerging founders.
𝟮. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 “𝟱% 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱” 𝗛𝗮𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝘂𝗹𝗲𝘀
Higher interest rates are compressing valuations, reducing leverage, and fundamentally raising return expectations across the board.
𝟯. 𝗟𝗶𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗜𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁
Low DPI and delays in private credit markets are blocking exits—and, in turn, slowing new commitments.
𝟰. 𝗦𝘂𝗿𝘃𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗹 𝗕𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘀 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆𝘁𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴
In today’s environment, strong unit economics, healthy cash flow, and sufficient runway matter far more than ambitious growth narratives.
A heartfelt thank you to Azlan for expertly chairing the session and guiding a highly engaging, thought-provoking conversation. Our sincere appreciation also goes to Chris and Simon for their sharp insights, practical frameworks, and candid sharing drawn from deep industry experience. Their perspectives sparked meaningful dialogue and challenged participants to rethink how capital strategy aligns with leadership and transformation agendas.
We are also grateful to Melbourne Capital Group for graciously hosting this session and creating a space that encouraged open exchange, learning, and connection among senior leaders.
We extend our sincere appreciation to our Managing Director, Dona Amelia for delivering a focused and insightful special segment titled “2026 Goal Setting Masterclass.”
Key Takeaways:
𝟭. 𝗣𝘂𝗿𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗗𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗕𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗚𝗼𝗮𝗹𝘀
Purpose-led goals create stronger focus and commitment than resolutions.
𝟮. 𝗕𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀
Effective goals span work, health, and personal growth.
𝟯. 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗕𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘀 𝗠𝗼𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻
Consistency is built through habits, not motivation.
𝟰. 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀, 𝗗𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗗𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘆
Daily huddles and weekly check-ins keep goals on track.
This segment reinforced the value of intentional goal setting in supporting sustained performance and balanced leadership.
This combined peer group meeting truly reflected the spirit of EGN—where trusted conversations, diverse viewpoints, and shared experiences help leaders navigate complexity and lead with greater clarity and confidence. 💙
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