Nov. 15, 2024

E257: What Does It Take to Close a Deal? Jordan Wagner's Multi-Million Dollar Deal Secrets EXPOSED

E257: What Does It Take to Close a Deal? Jordan Wagner's Multi-Million Dollar Deal Secrets EXPOSED

Watch Here: https://youtu.be/7RGrazKlnlo

About the Guest(s): 
Jordan Wagner is the CEO and founder of the Exit Group, a firm specializing in assisting private equity firms and large corporations in acquiring businesses. With a career grounded in...

Watch Here: https://youtu.be/7RGrazKlnlo

About the Guest(s): 
Jordan Wagner is the CEO and founder of the Exit Group, a firm specializing in assisting private equity firms and large corporations in acquiring businesses. With a career grounded in experience gained from working at a competitor straight out of college, Jordan has established himself as a seasoned professional in the mergers and acquisitions sector. The Exit Group, which he started over a decade ago, has grown to closing 35 to 40 multifaceted deals each year, averaging $40 to $50 million. His expertise lies in savvy deal-making, industry analysis, and curating strategic business acquisitions.

Episode Summary:
Join host Ronald Skelton as he interviews Jordan Wagner, CEO of the Exit Group. Discover the intricacies of buying, selling, and exiting businesses, from the early days of entrepreneurship to closing high-value deals. Learn how youthful optimism and resilience can overcome early challenges, the importance of recurring revenue and market growth in securing premium payouts, and the diverse ways companies can achieve success, even in niche markets.

Key Takeaways:
  • Youthful Advantage: Starting a business young comes with the benefit of fewer risks and the ability to endure early failures.
  • Deal Variety: Majority buyouts are common, with business owners having the opportunity to retain equity and benefit from future growth.
  • Unique Businesses: Successful companies often thrive on fulfilling everyday needs in niche markets, unnoticed by the average consumer.
  • Consistent Growth: Premium valuations in company sales hinge on predictable revenue and growth, amid a booming market.
  • Entrepreneurial Risk: Founders begin businesses with uncertain outcomes, taking chances many would avoid.

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Contact Jordan on
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-wagner-b9249135/
Website: https://www.exitgroup.com/
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Since 1998, IT ExchangeNet has created $5 billion in value by selling more than 225 IT businesses in 20 countries. IT ExchangeNet works exclusively with IT-enabled businesses generating between $5M and $30M who are ready to be sold, and M&A decision-makers who are ready to buy. For over 25 years IT ExchangeNet has developed industry knowledge that helps them determine whether a seller is a good fit for their buyers before making a match.

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