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Vivere Partners: Interview With CEO Chris McKechnie About The Specialty Insurance Company

By Amit Chowdhry ● Sep 24, 2025

Vivere Partners is a specialty insurance company (Managing General Agency) that’s reimagining how the insurance underwriting model works. Founded in 2025 and based in Laguna Beach, California, Vivere focuses on building tailored insurance solutions for niche markets, with an emphasis on aligning underwriting discipline, technology, and long-term profitability. Pulse 2.0 interviewed Vivere Partners CEO Chris McKechnie to gain a deeper understanding of the company.

Northleaf: Private Credit Presence Advanced In The Netherlands With de Jong & Laan Investment

By Amit Chowdhry ● Sep 24, 2025

Northleaf Capital Partners, a global investment firm specializing in private markets, recently announced a significant transaction. Funds managed by Northleaf have provided a senior secured credit facility to de Jong & Laan, or dJ&L, a prominent Audit and Accounting firm based in the Netherlands.

Goldman Sachs: $750 Million Milestone For Small Businesses Program Support And Upcoming Summit

By Amit Chowdhry ● Sep 24, 2025

Goldman Sachs is preparing to host its third 10,000 Small Businesses Summit, scheduled for October 29-30, 2025, in Washington, D.C. This significant event marks a dual celebration: fifteen years since the inception of the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program and five years of the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Voices policy advocacy initiative. This upcoming summit is anticipated to be the largest gathering of small business owners in the United States, providing a platform to commemorate 15 years of impact and to strategically position these businesses for sustained growth and success in the years ahead.

VedaBio: Significant Funding Secured And Strategic Partnership Signed Advance Molecular Diagnostics

By Amit Chowdhry ● Sep 24, 2025

VedaBio, an innovative biotechnology company dedicated to transforming the landscape of molecular detection, has recently announced a significant extension of its Series A funding. A strategic agreement with Siemens Healthineers, a leading global healthcare company, complements this funding. These two commitments together represent a substantial investment of up to $25 million, specifically allocated to propel the development of VedaBio’s groundbreaking CRISPR-based product platform.

Pfizer Buying Metsera For Up To $7.3 Billion

By Amit Chowdhry ● Sep 24, 2025

Pfizer, a global leader in the pharmaceutical industry, has announced a significant move to strengthen its position in the rapidly evolving market for obesity and cardiometabolic treatments. The company has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Metsera. This clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company has been at the forefront of developing innovative, next-generation medicines in this critical area of health.

Archetype: Over $100 Million Closed For Third Crypto Venture Fund

By Amit Chowdhry ● Sep 24, 2025

Archetype, a venture capital firm specializing in early-stage crypto startups, has announced the closing of its third fund, Archetype III, with over $100 million in total capital commitments. This new fund received strong backing from a mix of existing and new institutional investors. These supporters include a range of organizations such as funds of funds, pension plans, academic endowments, sovereign wealth funds, and family offices. Their participation reflects growing confidence in Archetype’s approach and the broader potential of decentralized technologies.

Yanolja Group: Interview With CEO And Group CSO Jeff Kim About The Travel Experiences Company

By Amit Chowdhry ● Sep 24, 2025

Yanolja Group is a global travel technology company that uses AI and cloud-based platforms to provide personalized travel experiences and operational efficiencies for both travelers and hospitality businesses. To gain a deeper understanding of the company, Pulse 2.0 interviewed Jeff Kim, the CEO of Yanolja Cloud and Yanolja Group CSO.

PlantBaby: Interview With Co-Founder & CEO Alex Abelin About The Plant-Based Nutrition Products Company

By Amit Chowdhry ● Sep 24, 2025

PlantBaby is a food and beverage company focused on creating clean-label, organic, plant-based nutrition products for families. Founded in 2020 and based in Hawaii, the company’s mission is to “nourish, inform, and empower” future generations by offering healthier alternatives to traditional dairy and processed foods. Pulse 2.0 interviewed PlantBaby co-founder and CEO Alex Abelin to gain a deeper understanding of the company.

Savvy Wealth: $3 Billion AUM Surpassed And Anshul Sharma Appointed As CIO

By Amit Chowdhry ● Sep 24, 2025

Savvy Wealth, a technology-driven platform focused on modernizing financial advice, has announced the appointment of Anshul Sharma as its new Chief Investment Officer. Sharma brings more than 25 years of experience in wealth management and investment strategy, having built and led multi-billion-dollar platforms at major financial institutions. He will be based in New York City and will work closely with Savvy’s leadership and advisory teams nationwide to help shape the future of investment management for high-net-worth clients.