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Transform Retiring Businesses with Proven Success Strategies
How can you transition a business successfully from a retiring entrepreneur to the next generation? This episode dives into the human element of mergers and acquisitions, revealing strategies to make these transitions smooth and profitable. Brian Shields, co-founder of Handoff Partners, shares his journey of combining financial expertise with operational
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Discover Unity Partners’ Recipe for Long-Term Success
Are you ready to dive into the strategies behind building thriving businesses and impactful partnerships? Discover how partnering with the right leaders can transform companies and markets. In this episode, John Block, co-founder and CEO of Unity Partners, takes us through his fascinating journey from childhood aspirations to leading a
How to Drive Long-Term Success in Mergers and Acquisitions
Are you ready to transform the way you think about mergers and acquisitions? Discover the secrets to a clean exit and the revolutionary approach of conscious capitalism in this enlightening episode of M&A Masters. Join host Patrick Stroth, an expert in executive and transactional liability, as he welcomes Sunny Vanderbeck,
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Transform Retiring Businesses with Proven Success Strategies
How can you transition a business successfully from a retiring entrepreneur to the next generation? This episode dives into the human element of mergers and acquisitions, revealing strategies to make these transitions smooth and profitable. Brian Shields, co-founder of Handoff Partners, shares his journey of combining financial expertise with operational
Transformative principles to skyrocket your consumer business & drive sustainable, organic growth
Unlock the secrets of sustainable growth and discover the power of a founder’s mindset in transforming consumer brands, as revealed by industry veteran Mark Tarchetti. In this episode, Mark Tarchetti, founder of Alchemy-Rx and author of “Pick a Lane: Growth Strategy in a Fast-Changing World,” shares his insights on reimagining
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Insider Strategies for Consumer Brand Success
Discover the transformative journey of consumer brands into lucrative M&A opportunities… In today’s episode, join us as we welcome Jason Somerville, founding partner of GW Partners. With a unique blend of operational consulting, financial management, strategic planning, and M&A advisory, Jason and his team are known for elevating consumer brands
R&W Claims Trends and the Potential Impact on Premiums
Insurance giant AIG is concerned. Although the rate of claims from Representations and Warranty (R&W) insurance, which covers M&A transactions, has been steady since 2012 across the board, for deals of all sizes… they have noted a rising trend with how much they are paying out for smaller claims. In
M&A Mastery in Architecture and Engineering Unveiled
Discover the art of strategic mergers in architecture and engineering with M&A expert David Kimbrell. In this episode of M&A Masters, join me as we engage with David Kimbrell, a seasoned M&A authority in the architectural and engineering sector. With over four decades of unmatched expertise, David has masterminded the
What’s in Store for M&A in 2024
It’s been an interesting last few years in the M&A world, to say the least. First, deal-making fell off the cliff during the pandemic. But, in 2021, after we emerged from lockdown, we had a record-breaking year for M&A activity due to pent-up demand and a tremendous amount of dry
TLPE Insurance Alone Wasn’t Enough to Save This Deal
An M&A deal just closed recently, and because of the unique insurance product I secured for the deal and the modifications necessary to make that fit the transaction, I think it’s worth a closer look. It involves the acquisition of a Florida-based earth moving company that specializes in delivering dirt
Episode 132: Inside EdgePoint Capital
In this episode, my guest is Tom Zucker, President and Founder of EdgePoint Capital. Cleveland based, EdgePoint Capital’s advisors bring up-market executive transaction knowledge and real-world M&A and business leadership experience, enabling them to guide owners and founders through transactions and attract qualified buyers. Tom will share his M&A insight,
Episode 131: Insights from an M&A Attorney (Special Guest: Addison Adams)
Show Notes What insights does a top M&A attorney have to share about buying and selling businesses? Spending nearly three decades in California’s dynamic business environment, my guest, attorney Addison Adams, has become known as California’s go-to voice on mergers and acquisitions. In this episode, he’ll share his M&A expertise,
The Role of an Independent Sponsor
In this episode, we’re taking a look at a unique independent sponsor’s M&A strategies. My guest Bakari Akil is the founder of Graves Hall Capital, which seeks to buy and run businesses where owners and founders are seeking an exit. Bakari will share his M&A journey and advice for enticing