Grant Thornton LLP Named Sponsor at Knowledge Congress' Event “The Capital Overhang Issue in Private Equity Funds Explored Live Webcast,” on 01/25/12

New York, NY, December 09, 2011 --(PR.com)-- Grant Thornton LLP, one of the leading accounting firms in the country, teams up with The Knowledge Group for KC’s upcoming webcast entitled “The Capital Overhang Issue in Private Equity Funds Explored.” This two-hour event will be held on Wednesday, January 25, 2012 at 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM ET.

For further details about this event, please visit:
http://www.knowledgecongress.org/event_2012_capital_overhang.html

About Grant Thornton LLP

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KC Event Synopsis

One of the key trends affecting companies of all sizes is the notable capital overhang of private equity funds – the large amount of money raised by firms that remains to be uncalled. Studies show that the capital overhang significantly affects large funds amounting to $1 billion and over. The good news is that smaller funds, are less affected however remain at risk.

The Knowledge Group is producing a two-hour Live webcast which will explore the issues and concerns surrounding the capital overhang &private equity funds. Speakers will provide their expert opinions to help companies and investors navigate through potential pitfalls. The discussion will include:

- Fundamentals and Updates on Capital Overhang in Private Equity Funds (Large & Small)
- Impact on Companies, Investors, Buyout and Private Equity Industries
- Best Practices and Investment Opportunities
- Strategies for Investment Risk Management
- And answers to questions submitted by you!

About The Knowledge Group, LLC/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series

The Knowledge Congress is a series of live webcasts produced by The Knowledge Group, LLC, which examine trends, regulatory, and technology changes across a variety of industries. Its mission is to produce unbiased, objective, and educational live webcasts that examine industry trends and regulatory changes from a variety of different perspectives. The goal is to deliver a unique multilevel analysis of an important issue affecting business in a highly focused format. For further details, please visit the organization’s website: www.knowledgecongress.org)

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