Bernard C. McGuire

Questioner
DISC Type : c

Member Board of Directors at IceMOS Technology Corporation

Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Overview

Bernard C. McGuire is a Managing Director and Investment Committee member at 57 Stars, bringing over two decades of experience in global private equity, venture capital, and alternative assets. He is an alumnus of Vanderbilt University and holds an MBA from Bayes Business School. He is responsible for all aspects of the firm’s activities, from strategy to investor relations.

Bernard has a significant connection with Northern Ireland, highlighted by his role as a Belfast International Homecoming Ambassador. This reflects his long-term professional engagement and personal commitment to the regions economic development. He also has deep experience working and living in Asia, including in Hong Kong, Beijing, and Sydney.

He was honored as one of only eighteen Belfast International Homecoming Ambassadors for his contributions to the region.

Personality Overview

Systematic

Value Seeker

Price-Sensitive

They prefer to fully evaluate every situation.  They are more likely than others to negotiate on pricing and terms. They generally do not appreciate an overfriendly approach and prefer to stay to-the-point.

Topics They Care About

Global Private Equity
With over twenty years of experience, he manages fund-of-funds, co-investment, and direct investment programs across international markets, including Asia, Africa, and Latin America.
Healthcare Technology
Sits on the boards of several healthcare and life sciences companies, including Cirdan Ltd (pathology diagnostics), Axial3D (3D medical imaging), and New Life Teeth (dentistry).
Northern Ireland's Economy
Named a Belfast International Homecoming Ambassador, he has a decades-long history of investing in the region and is on the board of several Northern Ireland-based companies.

Media Appearances

Bernard has no verified media appearances

Work History

3-2025
Member Board of Directors at IceMOS Technology Corporation
3-2025
Member Board of Directors at New Life Teeth
12-2024
Member Board of Directors at Axial3D
10-2024
Member Board of Directors at Cirdan Ltd
7-2021 - 1-2025
Member Board of Directors at Natural World Products

Education

MBA from Bayes Business School
BA - History from Vanderbilt University

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Exp : 33 Location : Washington, District of Columbia, United States Job Level : Mid-senior Designation : Member Board of Directors at IceMOS Technology Corporation
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Insights For Selling To Bernard C.

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Share as much information as possible regarding your product
  • Emphasise more on facts and measurable benefits
  • If you have a lower priced product compared to the competition, call out the same

DONT's

  • Avoid rushing them, be polite and patient
  • Don’t depend too much on anecdotal evidence, it reduces their confidence
  • Don’t try to be too friendly or informal with them

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Bernard C. is

  • Confidence that the product provides ROI, effective pricing and process adherence matter the most to them.

  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Bernard C.

  • It doesn’t come naturally to them but they can say no if they are not convinced.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Bernard C. move?

  • They can move at a reasonable pace while making their decisions if they have the necessary information.

  • Can Bernard C. take some risk or not?

  • If they believe that they have analyzed the situation well, they can take a little risk.

You And Bernard C.

Personality Compatibility


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