In this episode, Kathy Wanner reflects on a career built on excellence, empathy, and entrepreneurship. From her start at Morgan Stanley to building Adams Street Partners into a global investment firm, she shares lessons on ownership, trust, and the power of putting capital in the hands of great founders. Kathy discusses what drew her to Shore Capital Partners, how investing in searchers aligns with her passion for mentoring, and why leading with kindness remains her guiding principle. She offers perspective on grit, humility, and staying true to yourself, and why success and kindness can go hand in hand.Key Takeaways:Excellence begins with trust and consistency, built through attention to detail and a commitment to doing every job with prideEntrepreneurial success depends on humility, grit, and adaptability, allowing leaders to pivot and persevere through uncertaintyTrue fulfillment comes from helping others grow by sharing knowledge, mentoring emerging leaders, and investing in people with purposeKindness and competitiveness can coexist, and the most effective leaders lead with empathy while maintaining the drive to winChapters:00:00 - Introduction06:24 - Grit and Adaptability10:48 - Mentorship and Growth17:29 - Resilience and Authenticity20:57 - Leading with KindnessListen to our podcasts at:https://www.shorecp.university/podcastsYou'll also find other Microcap Moments episodes, alongside our series Everyday Heroes and Bigger. Stronger. Faster., highlighting the people and stories that make the microcap space unique.Other ways to connect:Blog: https://www.shorecp.university/blogShore Capital University: https://www.shorecp.university/Shore Capital Partners: https://www.shorecp.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shore-universityThis podcast is the property of Shore Capital Partners LLC. None of the content herein is investment advice, an offer of investment advisory services, or a recommendation or offer relating to any security. See the “Terms of Use” page on the Shore Capital website for other important information.

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