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Aug. 14, 2024

How can you master business acquisitions?

Check out our new podcast episode with Landon Mance, co-founder of Backbone Planning Partners and acquirer of Nevada Tree Service. Gain insights into effective acquisition strategies, financial management, and the significance of retaining experienced staff.

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Aug. 14, 2024

E239: The Ultimate Exit Guide: Top Strategies for Preparing Your Business for a High-Value Sale

Watch Here: https://youtu.be/K-IG8lpJqa8 About the Guest(s): Christine Nicholson is a distinguished business mentor, speaker, and expert in exit and succession planning. With a robust background encompassing military service, banking, and accounting, Christine has amassed substantial expertise in mergers and acquisitions. She is particularly noted for her remarkable skills in executing…

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Aug. 14, 2024

E239: The Ultimate Exit Guide: Top Strategies for Preparing Your Business for a High-Value Sale

About the Guest(s): Christine Nicholson is a distinguished business mentor, speaker, and expert in exit and succession planning. With a robust background encompassing military service, banking, and accounting, Christine has amassed substantial expertise in mergers and acquisitions. She is particularly noted for her remarkable skills in executing multi-business sales, crisis…

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Aug. 12, 2024

What makes a business sale-ready? 💡

Justin Harris of Website Closers joins Ronald Skelton on the How2Exit podcast to discuss the essentials for a successful business exit. From financials to AI, get the scoop on preparing your e-commerce business for the market. Don’t miss this insightful episode!

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Aug. 9, 2024

E238: Overcoming Setbacks: How Landon Mance Mastered Industrial Service Business Acquisitions

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Aug. 9, 2024

E238: Overcoming Setbacks: How Landon Mance Mastered Industrial Service Business Acquisitions

About the Guest(s): Landon Mance: Landon Mance is the co-founder of Backbone Planning Partners and a seasoned acquisition entrepreneur. He has a strong background in wealth management, particularly focusing on helping small and medium-sized business owners grow their enterprises and maximize value. Landon is also an active investor, having recently…

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Aug. 9, 2024

How can AI revolutionize your exit plan?

Tune in to the latest How2Exit Podcast episode featuring Simon Leroux, CEO and Founder of Optionality. Discover how Simon’s journey from bootstrapping Gazelle AI to its acquisition by KKR shaped his approach to M&A. Learn how Optionality’s AI-driven platform is revolutionizing business valuations with efficiency and accuracy. Dive into insights…

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Aug. 7, 2024

E237: Simon Leroux Discusses AI in M&A and Founding Optionality

Watch Here: https://youtu.be/4JbdUbvj5JI About the Guest(s): Simon Leroux is a seasoned entrepreneur and current CEO and Founder of Optionality, an AI-driven platform focused on the mergers and acquisitions space. With a rich history in building and exiting businesses, Simon successfully bootstrapped his last startup, Gazelle AI, and led it to…

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Aug. 7, 2024

E237: AI-Powered Valuation: How AI is Revolutionizing the M&A Process with Simon Leroux

About the Guest(s): Simon Leroux is a seasoned entrepreneur and current CEO and Founder of Optionality, an AI-driven platform focused on the mergers and acquisitions space. With a rich history in building and exiting businesses, Simon successfully bootstrapped his last startup, Gazelle AI, and led it to an acquisition by…

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Aug. 7, 2024

What makes zero-down deals possible?

Dive into this episode of the How2Exit podcast with Ronald Skelton and rising M&A star Matt Bodnar! Discover the secrets behind zero down acquisitions, the power of genuine rapport, and the art of deal-making from Matt's remarkable journey from Goldman Sachs to Eridu Capital.

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Aug. 5, 2024

How can you maximize returns from business real estate? 🏠

Tune in to this episode of the How2Exit Podcast with Dan Taylor! Explore his unique strategies for acquiring and repurposing businesses tied to valuable real estate. Dan shares his journey, from a donut kiosk to significant commercial deals. Get inspired by his innovative approaches to investment and exit strategies.

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Aug. 2, 2024

How top M&A experts expand globally? 🌏

In our latest podcast episode, experts Mark Moodley, Gia Cilento, and Walid Costandi dive into their recent Australian acquisition and US expansion plans. Discover their insights on industry trends, operational efficiencies, and how focusing on employee well-being and modernizing marketing has driven their success.

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July 31, 2024

E236: Buying a Flat Pack Business: Challenges, Triumphs, and Lessons Learned in Acquiring a Business

Watch Here: https: //youtu.be/wJTXbfql96E About the Guest(s): Mark Moodley: Mark resides in Australia and has been deeply involved in small business operations, buying and selling entities. He has an extensive background working for a European car manufacturer and has transitioned into mergers and acquisitions after completing courses from well-known industry…

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July 31, 2024

E236: Buying a Flat Pack Business: Challenges, Triumphs, and Lessons Learned in Acquiring a Business

About the Guest(s): Mark Moodley: Mark resides in Australia and has been deeply involved in small business operations, buying and selling entities. He has an extensive background working for a European car manufacturer and has transitioned into mergers and acquisitions after completing courses from well-known industry experts. Gia Cilento: Living…

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July 31, 2024

Looking to scale and exit successfully?

On this How2Exit podcast episode, get inspired by Nathan Hirsch’s story, the mastermind behind FreeUp and Outsource School! Learn how Nathan transformed a $5,000 investment into a $12M business and sold it at its peak. Get insider tips on organic marketing, hiring, and the art of a successful exit. Your…

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July 29, 2024

What's the key to a successful exit?

Find out in this week's How2Exit podcast episode featuring Brian Shields! Hear how he transitioned from investment banking to leading a business transformation and crafting a lucrative exit strategy. Dive into practical tips on improving operational efficiency and understanding customer feedback.

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July 26, 2024

Want to know the secret to Business Attractiveness? Discover the 7 'R' words!

Christine McDannell, founder of The Magnolia Firm , is bringing her 20+ years of expertise to the How2Exit podcast! Learn about the 7 R's that make tech businesses irresistible, her new book "Get Acquired," and the entrepreneurial vibes of Dubai.

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July 26, 2024

E235: Customer Focus: The Key to Transforming a Struggling HOA Company into a Success Story

Watch Here: https://youtu.be/MDgtE2BSinM About the Guest(s): Brian Shields is a seasoned acquisition entrepreneur with over 15 years of experience in investment banking, private equity, and business acquisition and management. After starting his career in New York's fast-paced financial sector, Brian transitioned into operations, gaining hands-on experience running businesses. He then…

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July 26, 2024

E235: Customer Focus: The Key to Transforming a Struggling HOA Company into a Success Story

About the Guest(s): Brian Shields is a seasoned acquisition entrepreneur with over 15 years of experience in investment banking, private equity, and business acquisition and management. After starting his career in New York's fast-paced financial sector, Brian transitioned into operations, gaining hands-on experience running businesses. He then successfully acquired and…

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July 24, 2024

E234: Helping Business Owners Achieve Successful Exits: Proven Strategies for a Smooth Transition

Watch Here: https://youtu.be/bRZRLAASZO0 About the Guest(s): Christine McDannell is the founder and principal intermediary of The Magnolia Firm, a boutique business brokerage firm. Boasting over 20 years of entrepreneurial experience, Christine has built, sold, exited, acquired, and merged numerous businesses. She focuses on helping owners of digital-based businesses, specifically in…

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July 24, 2024

Wondering how to achieve infinite deal flow?

Tune in to this episode of the How2Exit podcast featuring Christopher Wick, an acquisition expert who’s closed 32 deals by 35! Discover how Christopher's focus on partnerships and mentorship under Roland Frasier transformed his M&A journey. Gain practical tips on building trust, ensuring success, and consistently finding good deals.

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July 24, 2024

E234: Helping Business Owners Achieve Successful Exits: Proven Strategies for a Smooth Transition

About the Guest(s): Christine McDannell is the founder and principal intermediary of The Magnolia Firm, a boutique business brokerage firm. Boasting over 20 years of entrepreneurial experience, Christine has built, sold, exited, acquired, and merged numerous businesses. She focuses on helping owners of digital-based businesses, specifically in the tech industry,…

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July 22, 2024

Curious about how to source top-notch business deals that aren’t on the market?

Listen to Conner Young, co-founder of Kairo Data, on the latest How2Exit podcast episode. Connor reveals the power of quality data and effective cold outreach in discovering off-market deals. Learn about the shift in private equity towards smaller service-based businesses and how Kairo Data’s unique model can help you succeed…

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July 19, 2024

E233: Guide to Building a Proprietary Database for Business Acquisitions with Expert Tips

Watch Here: https://youtu.be/dsTN_j_pIAY About the Guest(s): Conner Young is the co-founder of Kairo Data, a company that focuses on helping investors and searchers source and find business deals. Conner has a diverse background in traditional investments, having worked with various investment firms managing portfolios, trading, and offering wealth management services…

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