The Power of Communities in Private Equity with Robert Queen and Eugene Alexeev

In this episode of Value Investing Talks, we explore how community-driven strategies can transform private equity and long-term investing. Our guest, Robert Queen, founder of Jade Point Capital (JPC Global), shares his journey from serving in the U.S. military to building a purpose-driven investment firm focused on planting and building rather than slash and burn.

We discuss how both offline and online communities can shape economic outcomes, why understanding macro trends is essential before making micro investment decisions, and how targeted investments in essential sectors can create scalable, sustainable growth. Robert also explains his philosophy for identifying community-driven businesses and building win-win ecosystems for investors and local residents alike.

Key discussion points include:
• Robert’s journey from the U.S. military to private equity
• Purpose-driven vs. provision-driven investment mindsets
• The economic potential of underserved communities
• The role of offline and online communities in market shifts • Community wealth capitalism as an alternative model
• Macro to micro: why big-picture economics matter in investing
• Target sectors: transportation, retail, health care, renewable energy
• How to identify and evaluate community-driven businesses
• Strategies for creating long-term, scalable growth in local economies

For more on Robert Queen and Jade Point Capital, check the links below:
• Jade Point Capital: https://www.jpcglobalinc.com/
• Think & Invest Newsletter: thinkandinvest.com
• Robert Queen’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-queen-9142221b0/
• Eugene Alexeev’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/evgeniyalexeev/

Disclaimer:

• All information in this episode reflects my own experience and is not financial advice. It is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only.