William Blair

The high-volume, low-price (HVLP) fitness model has transformed the health club industry by making memberships more affordable and driving a 20% surge in U.S. club participation since 2019. Now, HVLP 2.0 is elevating the concept with premium amenities like wellness services, family-friendly features, and tech-driven engagement—once reserved for upscale gyms. See how this evolution positions HVLP clubs to capture untapped markets and deliver strong growth opportunities for operators and investors alike: https://lnkd.in/gcF2VuqN

The energy sector is undergoing a major shift from aggressive production growth to disciplined capital allocation, emphasizing financial strength and shareholder returns. Companies are leveraging strong balance sheets, operational efficiencies, and resilient demand to deliver high dividends and stock buybacks, often returning up to 70% of free cash flow to investors. Explore how disciplined capital allocation is redefining shareholder returns across the industry: https://lnkd.in/gC7aDC9v

Our Veterans' Alliance hosted a special event honoring the service and legacy of the armed forces, featuring Medal of Honor recipient Allen Lynch as keynote speaker. Lynch shared his heroic story from Vietnam and engaged in a fireside chat with Cissie Citardi, partner and general counsel, offering powerful insights on courage and resilience. The celebration also marked the 250th anniversaries of the U.S. Army, Navy, and Marine Corps, highlighting their enduring contributions to our nation, and the 11th Anniversary of William Blair's Veterans' Alliance. Learn more about our Alliances: https://lnkd.in/gB-miPcP

AI is revolutionizing specialty healthcare by streamlining workflows, enabling early interventions, and empowering patients with low-cost self-management tools. These technologies foster seamless coordination between primary care and specialists, reduce unnecessary procedures, and support value-based care models. With measurable impact across therapeutic areas like cardiology and gastroenterology, AI is emerging as a catalyst for sustainable, high-quality care. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gfXHUW9Z

The energy sector is undergoing a productivity revolution, with advanced drilling technologies slashing well completion times by up to 90% and boosting operational efficiency. As prime drilling locations dwindle, companies are expanding offshore and internationally, while surging natural gas demand adds pressure to sustain output. Despite rising costs and resource constraints, leading firms are achieving strong margins, creating compelling opportunities for agile, well-positioned energy players: https://lnkd.in/d6F9tHqW

Anu Sharma, managing director of venture capital, reflects on his experience as a board member for the Greater Yellowstone Coalition, an organization focused on protecting the lands, waters, and wildlife of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. As Global Month of Giving continues on, learn more about William Blair's commitment to Community Engagement: https://lnkd.in/g-dKiEnr #LeadersWhoLead #WBCares

Next-generation brands are reshaping consumer engagement by prioritizing emotional connection, ethical values, and rapid innovation. By addressing overlooked needs and building trust through transparency and sustainability, they foster deep loyalty and expand across competitive markets. See how these brands are driving growth and presenting compelling opportunities for investors: https://lnkd.in/gmM_Tb-R

Macro analyst Richard de Chazal and Jed Dorsheimer, group head of energy and power technologies, explore the seismic changes reshaping the U.S. energy landscape as rising electricity costs and surging demand—especially from AI—put unprecedented pressure on the grid. Listen here or wherever you get your podcasts: https://lnkd.in/gAse48vw

William Blair is proud to have initiated equity research coverage of 13 companies in October 2025. See our complete coverage list here: https://lnkd.in/ePkVaKFN

Nuclear energy is poised for a pivotal evolution, with small modular reactors (SMRs) offering scalable, efficient, and inherently safe solutions to meet modern energy demands. These advancements not only reinforce energy sovereignty but also provide a reliable foundation for industrial growth through firm baseload power. But achieving this potential requires addressing critical supply chain challenges, particularly the need to rebuild domestic enrichment capacity to ensure strategic independence. Read on: https://lnkd.in/gwQENdaG