E282: Why LPs are Investing into Independent Sponsors
E282: Why LPs are Investing into Independent Sponsors  
Podcast: How I Invest with David Weisburd
Published On: Wed Jan 14 2026
Description: What role do independent sponsors play in today’s lower middle market private equity ecosystem? David Weisburd speaks with Tom Duffy about how TIFF partners with independent sponsors, why deal-by-deal investing can improve alignment, and what differentiates high-quality sponsors in a rapidly growing market. Tom explains how sourcing, economics, and hands-on diligence shape long-term GP relationships and inform future fund commitments.