Podcasts about Acquisition

In this episode, the team analyzes a highly profitable flamethrower manufacturing business and debates whether its massive margins, robot-mounted products, and regulatory risks make it an incredible acquisition opportunity or a liability nightmare.Business Listing – https://quietlight.com/listings/18180678/Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.Looking to build a professional website in minutes? Try Wix: https://wix.pxf.io/c/6898629/3115214/25616?trafcat=templateHubSpot is the backbone for how businesses scale without chaos. Try them out here: https://go.try-hubspot.com/OeG9VrSubscribe for more episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@AcquisitionsAnonymousPodcast?sub_confirmation=1Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://www.acquanon.com/newsletter

Ned Tomasevic navigated an early crisis then grew EBITDA to $6m and exited at over 8x, four turns higher than he'd paid.Register for the webinar: Transferable Skills: Crafting Your Resume for SBA Lenders - TODAY!! - https://bit.ly/4v3KOnfTopics in Ned's interview:Being the first American in his familyUtilizing 20 interns for outreachAcquiring with help from a search fundPost-closing discovery led to lawsuitStress shows up in your body firstGetting guidance from his coach and mentorsReducing shrink from 20% to 3%Quadrupling EBITDA in 3 yearsTaking a year off after exitingHis new role as investor, coach and mentorReferences and how to contact Ned:LinkedInSearchers FundJason Jackson on Acquiring Minds: How to Recover from a Fraudulent SellerGet a free review of your books & financial ops from System Six (a $500 value):Book a call with Tim or hello@systemsix.com and mention Acquiring MindsDownload the New CEO's Guide to Human Resources from Aspen HR:From this page or contact jenny@aspenhr.comGet complimentary due diligence on your acquisition's insurance & benefits program:Oberle Risk Strategies - Search Fund TeamConnect with Acquiring Minds:See past + future interviews on the YouTube channelConnect with host Will Smith on LinkedInFollow Will on TwitterEdited by Anton Rohozov and produced by Pam Cameron

When should you rebrand an acquisition, and when should you leave it alone?In this episode, John Wilson and Jack Carr break down how they think about branding after acquisitions. They discuss the operational tradeoffs, marketing benefits, cultural impact, and why many of the largest home service companies take completely different approaches.The conversation covers lessons learned from dozens of acquisitions, what customers actually care about, and why building a unified company may matter more than the logo on the truck.Whether you're buying businesses, scaling across markets, or considering a rebrand of your own, this episode offers a practical look at what's worked, what hasn't, and what they're planning next.In This Episode: When rebranding makes sense  Why some operators never rebrand acquisitions  The operational cost of managing multiple brands  How branding impacts culture and recruiting  What customers really notice  The playbook for rolling out a rebrand  Building one company across multiple markets———————————————— 

This week on the New Music Business podcast, Ari sits down with Molly Neuman, President of CD Baby, one of the largest independent music distributors in the world. Molly has spent decades advocating for independent artists and labels, helping shape the modern music industry through leadership roles at CD Baby, Downtown Music Holdings, and the American Association of Independent Music (A2IM). In this conversation, Ari and Molly dive into some of the most pressing issues facing musicians today, including artificial intelligence, streaming fraud, artist compensation, customer support, and the evolving role of music distribution. They discuss whether AI-generated music should exist, how streaming platforms are responding to generative AI, why artists are increasingly being affected by fraudulent streams, and what distributors like CD Baby are doing to protect independent musicians. Molly also shares her perspective on artist ownership, independence, and what success in the music business looks like in 2026.Follow Molly Neuman:https://www.instagram.com/mollydneuman/https://cdbaby.com/Check out Ari's Take:https://aristake.com03:45 – Molly Neuman's Journey to Becoming CD Baby President11:32 – Is CD Baby Still Independent?18:04 – Universal Music's Acquisition & What It Means for Artists27:41 – The State of Independent Music Distribution in 202639:18 – What Artists Get Wrong About Distribution49:07 – AI Customer Support: Does It Matter if It's Human?52:11 – Should AI-Generated Music Exist?1:03:47 – Streaming Fraud, Bot Plays & How Artists Get Penalized1:12:56 – What "Making It" Really Means in Today's Music IndustryEdited and mixed by Ruben ZarateMusic by Brassroots DistrictProduced by the team at Ari's TakeOrder the THIRD EDITION of How to Make It in the New Music Business: https://book.aristake.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us Fan MailWelcome to episode 251 of the Laundromat Resource Podcast! This week, Jordan Berry welcomes Brianne—a passionate laundromat owner and professional service technician—whose journey in the laundry industry is filled with wins, losses, and major learning moments. From buying her first laundromat at 22 to mastering equipment repairs and navigating tough leases, Brianne shares candid stories and actionable advice for both new and experienced owners. Tune in for honest insights, practical tips, and the inspiration you need to take your laundromat business to the next level!In this episode, Jordan & Breyan Discuss:00:00 Introducing mastermind groups10:19 Challenges with laundromat lease13:53 Losing the laundromat lease19:43 Securing a 7A loan purchase24:34 Is college still worth it?31:03 Leaving the banking job37:30 Learning from Laundromat Failures38:30 Pushing through tough times48:17 Building relationships for business deals51:43 Deciding on equipment retooling59:20 Preventative maintenance tips for washers01:00:29 Checking and cleaning hose bib screens01:08:55 Reality of owning laundromats01:14:44 Embracing technology and innovation01:18:51 Helping Customers Fix Machines01:23:54 Joining a mastermind groupFree Strategy Zoom Call with Jordan:https://calendly.com/laundromatresource/free-strategy-call?back=1

Mike Mulligan and David Haugh were joined NHL insider Frank Seravalli to discuss the Blackhawks' acquisition of defenseman Bowen Byram in a blockbuster trade with the Sabres that included Chicago sending the No. 4 overall pick in the NHL Draft to Buffalo.

In this behind-the-scenes BONUS episode, Kelly is pulling back the curtain on exactly what she's building right now, in real time. She walks through the company she's chosen to plant her roots in for the next decade, the brutal pivot that turned out to be the best decision of her career, and the counterintuitive move she's making first as she scales, the one almost no one in online marketing will tell you the truth about. If you've ever wanted to learn the scale process by watching it happen from the inside, this is your seat at the table. What's inside: The two-step vision process every scale starts with Why she's working on retention before pouring in a single new member The shift from selling a product to building a movement What she's deliberately saying no to for the next nine months Resources:  Register for the LIVE Miracle Hour Experience hapening Wednesday, June 24th, from 10am to5pm EST: Kelly's free full-day live training: https://www.themiraclehourbook.com/miracle-hour-june-24-experience-social  Upgrade to VIP for access to our custom sales GPT, lifetime recording access, and bonus Q+A: https://accelerator.virtualbusinessschool.com/vip-upgrade-june-24th  Join us this Summer for The Legacy Leaders Mastermind: Kelly's year-11 mastermind for multi-seven and eight-figure leaders: https://join.thebusinessadvisory.com/2026-rsvp   Subscribe to Kelly's Substack, The Sacred Art of Selling: https://kellyroachofficial.substack.com/subscribe  Join The Virtual Business School: https://www.virtualbusinessschool.com/virtual-business-school  Join us in-person for the Called to Lead Event happening October 1st: https://www.sandiglandt.com/called-to-lead 

In this episode, I sit down with my friend and fellow school dad Domingo Guerra to trace his entrepreneurial journey: from growing up in Mexico, to studying engineering at UT Austin, to co-founding the mobile cybersecurity company Appthority with my poker and softball buddy Kevin, to selling it to Symantec in 2018. Today, Domingo runs his own seed-stage venture fund focused on cybersecurity, called Chispa VC. It always fascinates me how people become entrepreneurs, given that most of us just go to college and get a job. I wanted to start a company myself for the longest time, but I chickened out after Goldman Sachs offered me a job out of William & Mary. It took me until 2009 to finally stop waiting for permission and build something of my own. Domingo's story is the version where you take the leap much sooner, and it's a great one. If you'd like to connect with Domingo, the easiest way is to reach out to him on LinkedIn. Related posts: Y Combinator Demo Day: The Quest To Invest In The Best Startups The Startup Grind Will Make You An AI Maximalist Subscribe To Financial Samurai Enjoy the show? Please subscribe to the Financial Samurai podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen, and leave a quick rating and review. Reviews genuinely help more people discover the show, and they only take a minute. It's the easiest way to support the podcast for free. And if you want my best insights on money, investing, and building wealth delivered straight to your inbox, join 60,000+ readers and sign up for my free weekly newsletter. I've been writing it every week since 2009, and it's still the best way to never miss a thing.

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In this episode of The Contracting Experience, host Rob Lorton sits down with Ryan Connell, Assistant Director of the Rapid Acquisition Team within the Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office (CDAO). They explore the rapidly evolving landscape of using Artificial Intelligence to modernize and streamline Department of War acquisitions. Ryan discusses the massive success of AcqBot, an AI tool now utilized by over 70,000 users to generate contracting documents, and highlights how the future lies in connected AI workflows rather than standalone tools. He explains that while data readiness and security are critical, users can achieve significant results right now with just a few solid templates in safe environments. The conversation also touches on the changing dynamic with industry partners, noting that while contractors use AI to write proposals, the government can leverage AI to assist in evaluating them by asking pointed questions—ensuring the human remains the final decision-maker. For contracting professionals eager to lean into this new technology, Ryan emphasizes that the most important skills to develop are curiosity and problem-solving. He encourages the workforce to take just five minutes to experiment with available tools and shares a thought-provoking vision of the future, where AI could fundamentally overhaul the entire FAR process. If you would like to share feedback on the podcast, please submit via thecontractingexperience@gmail.com. Register at https://www.dvidshub.net/ to access transcripts of the podcast.

We go from questionable health oversharing to a serious playbook for surviving mergers and acquisitions without getting blindsided. We break down why companies buy other companies, how that decision affects your job, and what we'd do right away to protect our careers. • colon cancer screening and why health stigma keeps people from getting checked • why M&A creates fear through uncertainty and loss of control • the two big acquisition motives: technology or customers and how that changes outcomes • red flags for hostile acquisitions and why updating your resume can't wait • who tends to be safest after a deal: knowledge holders, key sales relationships, niche expertise • why “be likable” is a real retention strategy and how to add value without overstepping • researching the acquiring company's history and the CEO's patterns before you trust promises • turning an acquisition into a strong resume story and testing your market value • retention contracts, bonus hooks, and why a lawyer review can save you later join our Discord. You can do that by clicking the link in the show notes. Also, in that link, there's access to our Patreon. Please share this with your friends. Support the showClick/Tap HERE for everything Corporate StrategyElevator Music by Julian Avila Promoted by MrSnoozeDon't forget ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ it helps!      

Fitness marketing's old seasonal playbook is breaking down and clubs that focus too much on January are leaving money on the table the other 11 months. That's the data-backed case from CEO Eric Goodstadt of UpSwell, the fitness marketing platform that works with more than 4,000 facilities nationwide, ranging from big-box gyms to boutique studios. Goodstadt joined Club Solutions Magazine editor and podcast host Taylor Gabhart to unpack two trends reshaping how clubs market and retain members the flattening of seasonal demand and a strategic pivot from constant acquisition toward maximizing the value of existing members. The conversation covers whete to start when marketing to certain member segments, the rising cost of new members and why the first 180-days determines whether a membership lasts six months or four years. Listen to the full conversation here.

In this episode of The Lifestyle Practice Podcast, Dr. Matt Vogt and Dr. Derek Williams dive deep into what it really takes to succeed as a dental practice owner—whether you're starting from scratch or acquiring an established practice. Are you thinking about starting a dental practice but unsure if it's the right move? In this dental practice startup guide, Matt shares his honest coaching approach to evaluating potential dental entrepreneurs. Unlike typical "you can do it" motivational advice, Matt takes a neutral, wisdom-based approach to dental business strategy that helps dentists make smarter decisions about practice ownership. What You'll Learn in This Dental Practice Coaching Conversation The key differences between starting a dental practice and acquiring an existing one How successful practice owners think differently about growth Why personality and intuition matter more than you might think in dental entrepreneurship The truth about dental practice challenges that nobody talks about How to evaluate whether starting a dental practice is right for you Real-world practice management insights from someone who has built, scaled, and successfully grown practices Connect with us: Take our FREE lifestyle and practice assessment: https://thelifestylepractice.com/practice-assesment/ Learn more about 1-on-1 coaching: https://thelifestylepractice.com/coaching-services/ Get access to TLP Academy: https://thelifestylepractice.com/coaching-services/ Get the TLP Student Academy for $20 (lifetime access): https://the-lifestyle-practice.teachable.com/p/studentacademy Subscribe to The Lifestyle Practice Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tlp-podcast-for-dentists/id1476544801 Email Derek at derek@thelifestylepractice.com Email Matt at matt@thelifestylepractice.com Email Steve at steve@thelifestylepractice.com 

Dominick Smith left a lucrative track in PE to pursue a path that offered more meaning. Buying a business has delivered.Register for the webinars: Overcoming Common Deal Sticking Points - TOMORROW!! - https://bit.ly/3Qx1g0WTransferable Skills: Crafting Your Resume for SBA Lenders - Thu, Jun 25 - https://bit.ly/4uOEqQDTopics in Dominick's interview:Leaving a lucrative job in his late 20'sDodging bullets with due diligenceRenegotiating purchase priceManaging white collar vs blue collar employeesWasting money on ineffective marketingLearning budgeting and frugalityAdvantages of staying in the weedsAggressively pursuing new businessDiscovering and fixing poor website speedsHis intent to sell the businessReferences and how to contact Dominick:LinkedInPrintmoz.comHeather Endresen at Viso Business CapitalBrendan O'Brien at Huntington BankAizik Zimmerman on Acquiring Minds: Founder Mode for ETA: $6m to $25m in 3 YearsGet a complimentary IT audit for acquisition diligence or post-close transition.Visit inzotechnologies.com/eta.The ecosystem for serious acquisition entrepreneurs—education, capital, community, and post-close support to buy and grow a business:The Acquisition LabWork with an SBA loan team focused exclusively on helping entrepreneurs buy businesses:Pioneer Capital AdvisoryConnect with Acquiring Minds:See past + future interviews on the YouTube channelConnect with host Will Smith on LinkedInFollow Will on TwitterEdited by Anton Rohozov and produced by Pam Cameron

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Priyanki Amroliwala, Senior Manager of Talent Acquisition & Greg Wappett, Chief Development Officer of 42 North Dental share their thoughts and strategies on: Doctor recruitment in 2026 Acquisition realities & strategies  Strategic growth initiatives Learn how the recruitment & acquisition teams work together at 42 North Dental.  You can learn more about 42 North Dental: https://www.42northdental.com/ If you are a dental student or dentist looking for a change, contact Priyanki: https://www.linkedin.com/in/priyanki/ Selling your practice or small group? Contact Greg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-wappett/

Likes do not pay the bills. Profit does. In this episode of The Level Up Podcast, Paul Alex breaks down why vanity metrics can distract entrepreneurs from the numbers that actually matter. Let's be real… A million followers means nothing… If your business cannot make payroll. A viral video means nothing… If your clients are leaving. And online applause means nothing… If your profit margins are falling apart. In this episode, you'll learn: Why vanity metrics can create a false sense of success How chasing likes and views can distract from real business health Why customer acquisition cost, lifetime value, and cash flow matter more than popularity How focusing on the math creates a stronger, more profitable company The truth is simple: You cannot deposit likes into a checking account. You cannot pay your team with views. You cannot build long-term wealth with applause alone. The market does not care how popular you look. It cares whether your business works. High-level operators focus on the numbers that matter. Profit. Retention. Cash flow. Acquisition cost. Lifetime value. They build systems that turn attention into revenue and revenue into long-term stability. Stop playing the popularity game. Tune out the noise. Run the numbers. Build the fortress. And keep leveling up. Your Network is your NETWORTH! Make sure to add me on all SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS: Instagram: https://jo.my/paulalex2024Facebook: https://jo.my/fbpaulalex2024YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGhDAD1JyGGzSQUPD9lc9HQLinkedIn: https://jo.my/inpaulalex2024 Looking for a secondary source of income or want to become an entrepreneur? Check out one of my companies below to see if we can help you: www.CashSwipe.com FREE Copy of my book “Blue to Digital Gold - The New American Dream”www.officialPaulAlex.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on The Tech Rundown Podcast, I’m breaking down SpaceX’s planned $60 billion acquisition of Cursor, Apple’s warning about […]

The Investing Power Hour is live-streamed every Thursday on the Chit Chat Stocks Podcast YouTube channel at 5:00 PM EST. This week we discussed: (00:00) Introduction (01:17) Roku's Acquisition by Fox Corporation (10:09) TripAdvisor's Sale of The Fork to American Express (20:55) Exploring the Denmark Index and Investment Opportunities (34:19) Accenture's Dividend Yield and Cash Flow Stability (35:49) Fiserv Executive Departures and Investor Concerns (41:17) Small Cap of the Week: Spectra Systems (47:09) Legacy Education: A Healthcare Roll-Up Opportunity (51:00) Salesforce's Acquisition of Fin (56:14) Snap's New AR Glasses: A Critical Look (01:01:10) Autodesk: Evaluating Investment Potential ***************************************************** Subscribe to Emerging Moats Research: emergingmoats.com  ********************************************************************* Chit Chat Stocks is presented by Interactive Brokers. Get professional pricing, global access, and premier technology with the best brokerage for investors today:  https://www.interactivebrokers.com/  Interactive Brokers is a member of SIPC.  ********************************************************************* Fiscal.ai is building the future of financial data. With custom charts, AI-generated research reports, and endless analytical tools, you can get up to speed on any stock around the globe. All for a reasonable price.  Use our LINK and get 15% off any premium plan: ⁠https://fiscal.ai/chitchat  ********************************************************************* Disclosure: Chit Chat Stocks hosts and guests are not financial advisors, and nothing they say on this show is formal advice or a recommendation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When the owner refused a seller note in the $6m transaction to sell his business, Tom McCormick had to get creative.Register for the webinar: Understanding a Quality of Earnings Analysis: What's Included and Why - TODAY!! - https://bit.ly/43sZcKnTopics in Tom's interview:From IBM executive to acquisition entrepreneurBuilding banker relationships to source better dealsClosing on his first LOIConsulting agreement replaced traditional seller note “I wish I would've started this path 15 years ago.”Winning seller's trust through shared valuesUsing ROBS to buy a larger companyA costly lesson about accounts receivable valuationPrioritizing keeping the blue collar workforce happy“I am so much happier now.”References and how to contact Tom:LinkedInQuality Cutting & CoringThe ecosystem for serious acquisition entrepreneurs—education, capital, community, and post-close support to buy and grow a business:The Acquisition LabGet a complimentary IT audit for acquisition diligence or post-close transition.Visit inzotechnologies.com/eta.Download the New CEO's Guide to Human Resources from Aspen HR:From this page or contact jenny@aspenhr.comConnect with Acquiring Minds:See past + future interviews on the YouTube channelConnect with host Will Smith on LinkedInFollow Will on TwitterEdited by Anton Rohozov and produced by Pam Cameron

"Listen to your gut instinct.” Connect With Our SponsorsSolventum - https://go.solventum.com/clarityGreyFinch - https://greyfinch.com/jillallen/A-Dec - https://www.a-dec.com/orthodonticsSmileSuite - https://getsmilesuite.com/ Summary In this episode of Hey Docs!, Dr. Richard Clabaugh shares his journey from being a general dentist to acquiring and running his own orthodontic practice. He discusses the challenges he faced during the transition, including team dynamics, employee turnover, and the importance of leadership. Richard reflects on his growth as a leader and the lessons learned over the past ten years, emphasizing the significance of building a strong team culture and the need for adaptability in the face of change. Dr. Clabaugh also reflects on the significance of purpose beyond profit, encouraging aspiring practice owners to prioritize their values and family time while navigating the complexities of ownership. Connect With Our Guest Dr. Richard Clabaugh - https://clabaughorthodontics.com/richard@clabaughorthodontics.com Takeaways Richard's journey from general dentistry to orthodontics was driven by a desire for ownership.Acquiring a practice involves navigating complex challenges, including team dynamics.Leadership requires a balance of authority and responsibility.Employee turnover is a common challenge during ownership transitions.Building a strong team culture is essential for practice success.It's important to prioritize team health alongside patient care.Leadership can be lonely, and support from peers is invaluable.Recognizing the value of team members is key to retention.Open communication with staff can help navigate changes effectively.Building genuine relationships within the team enhances collaboration.Core values should be recited regularly to maintain focus.Team members should be involved in the hiring process for better fit.Prioritize family and personal time amidst the demands of practice ownership.Chapters 00:00 Introduction06:32 Why Choose Acquisition08:58 Due Diligence Mindset13:37 Lessons After Purchase17:30 Leadership Energy On Stage19:18 Early Ownership Challenges21:38 Team Turnover Reality30:52 Hiring the Right Team35:02 Leading With Humility39:35 Team Recognition Culture41:49 Hiring and Letting Go46:54 Faith and Leadership Reality48:43 Acquisition Advice50:26 Meaning Beyond Money55:40 Contact Info Episode Credits:  Hosted by Jill AllenProduced by Jordann KillionAudio Engineering by Garrett LuceroAre you ready to start a practice of your own? Do you need a fresh set of eyes or some advice in your existing practice?Reach out to me- www.practiceresults.com.    If you like what we are doing here on Hey Docs! and want to hear more of this awesome content, give us a 5-star Rating on your preferred listening platform and subscribe to our show so you never miss an episode.    New episodes drop every Thursday!   

Erik Huberman has acquired 23 agencies in 10 years — and he doesn't pay cash up front for any of them.Recorded live at Possible 2026 Ayelet sat down with Erik Huberman, founder of Hawke Media, for one of the most candid conversations about agency M&A we've ever had. No spin, no posturing — just the actual mechanics of how a bootstrapped agency built a 23-deal acquisition machine focused on the lower and middle market that everyone else ignores.Erik breaks down the deal structure that puts growth (not cash) at the center, why he intentionally did 10 deals in one year to "break the system" and learn integration the hard way, the advice from a roll-up veteran that made him simplify his contracts, and why a third of his deals don't go well — and how he absorbs that without PE backing.What we cover: Why Hawke Media stays focused on growth-stage and challenger brands instead of going enterprise, the deal structure where Hawke guarantees the founder's profitability and takes over HR, accounting, legal, and operations, why "no cash up front" filters out the wrong sellers (and the ego trap behind it), how Hawke gets to a term sheet in three days, why over-complicating contracts benefits the person being tricky, the "would you do all 10 deals again?" advice that changed everything, why Mountain Gate and most PE want him to go enterprise — and why he won't, and what it would actually take for Erik to bring on a venture-minded private equity partner.⏱️ TIMESTAMPS1:02 — The Hawke Media mission: be the best at the lower and middle market everyone else abandons2:04 — Three sides of the business: 23 acquisitions, a venture fund, and an AI tool2:23 — How HawkAI started as a predictive analytics tool and became an internal advantage3:23 — 10 years of M&A: from one deal a year to 10 in a single year4:00 — Why Erik did 10 deals at once to intentionally break and rebuild the system4:30 — The mistake of over-complicating contracts to protect the downside5:22 — Putting the risk back on the seller — and the advice that made him reverse course6:32 — The actual deal structure: guaranteed profitability, no cash up front7:03 — Why a 23-deal track record means he never has to speak hypothetically8:13 — Who this deal structure actually works for (and who it doesn't)9:23 — The "I'll be a billionaire next year" founder problem10:09 — Why founders get bogged down by the back-office work they hate10:29 — Where Hawke fits vs. Mountain Gate, Herringbone, and the scout fund operators11:21 — Why most PE wants Erik to go enterprise — and why he says no12:17 — The "wild wild west" of lower middle market deals12:29 — Three days to a term sheet: how the process actually moves13:49 — Why "no cash up front" is the first thing he says, and the ego piece behind it14:36 — Why simplicity wins: the rev-share story and avoiding the retrade game15:21 — Doing this at scale now vs. before the name — why you can't just copy the playbook15:45 — Why a third of deals don't go well, and why you have to be able to absorb it16:45 — Acquisition isn't for everyone: you have to build the infrastructure first17:23 — Why integrity and over-disclosure are baked into how the deal works18:11 — "Ask me what I had for breakfast" — radical transparency with sellers18:57 — What's next: dominating lower and middle market marketing, the reverse-franchise model19:18 — Would Erik ever sell? Why he's not bowing out — but might take a PE partner20:54 — Why he needs a venture-minded PE fund, not a traditional buyout thesis22:38 — Cleaning up the balance sheet and earning the right to that conversation22:52 — Entrepreneurship as a "mental illness" and the Mexican taco stand exit planConnect with Erik on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/erikhuberman/Connect with Christian and AyeletAyelet's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ayelet-shipley-b16330149/Christian's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hassold/Web: https://www.inorganicpodcast.co Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, we unpack a massive news cycle, starting with the geopolitical and economic implications of the newly announced Iran conflict agreement and its immediate impact on oil prices. We also preview the highly anticipated first FOMC meeting under Kevin Warsh, analyzing recent inflation data and consumer spending trends to predict whether a July rate cut is still on the table.We dive deep into the markets, examining the latest S&P 500 volatility and why the AI sector still has room to run without being in a bubble. Finally, we break down SpaceX's massive $60 billion acquisition of Cursor, explore the hidden bear trap within the ongoing SpaceX IPO retail pump, and analyze the very real risks of Michael Saylor facing a margin call on his leveraged Bitcoin strategy.KEY TOPICS DISCUSSEDGeopolitical market impacts from the US-Iran MOU and falling oil pricesFed Chair Kevin Warsh's first FOMC meeting and rate cut expectationsMay PPI and CPI inflation data versus slowing summer consumer spendingS&P 500 technical analysis and the potential for a gap fill correctionSpaceX's $60 billion all-stock acquisition of AI company CursorFTX's missed $3 billion return on early Cursor investmentsPost-IPO retail liquidity traps and the upcoming SpaceX share lockup expirationMSTR convertible debt risks and Michael Saylor's Bitcoin margin call scenarioThe stale real estate market and million-dollar starter homes in 242 citiesFannie Mae backing a $4.2 million real estate transaction using Bitcoin collateralKEY TAKEAWAYSDo not fall for the retail IPO trap. With 95% of SpaceX shares locked up, the current price pump is retail-driven, creating a potential bear trap when insider lockups expire next June.AI is not a bubble; it is a fundamental tech shift. Massive capital movements, like SpaceX acquiring Cursor for $60 billion, prove that intelligent money is still betting heavily on AI integration and efficiency.Over-leveraged Bitcoin strategies carry catastrophic risks. If MicroStrategy cannot meet its dividend or debt obligations, the resulting sell-off could trigger a massive margin call and crash the broader crypto market.Real estate requires extreme patience in this environment. With starter homes hitting $1 million in record cities and interest rates staying elevated, the smartest strategy is to prioritize cash flow and conservative underwriting over volume.Pay attention to geopolitical relief for economic upside. If the Iran conflict resolution holds, falling energy prices will significantly cool inflation data, giving the Fed the exact cover they need to initiate rate cuts.PULL QUOTES"Only 5% of SpaceX stock is floating right now. When the 95% lockup expires next June, retail investors will get caught in a massive bear trap.""AI is not a bubble. It is simply the new stage of the world, and companies are deploying massive capital into where the leverage will be next.""It is better to do no deal than a bad deal. Real estate is in a stale decade, and you have to be wildly conservative with your capital."CONNECT & TAKE ACTIONGet your investment portfolio reviewed by Ryan's team: Text "X-ray" to 844-447-1555Discover the Imagos Income Fund for consistent passive returns: Text "income" to 844-447-1555Subscribe to the Wealth Intelligence Brief newsletter: Text "WIB" to 844-447-1555

Cameron is joined by Carissa Alinat, PhD, a successful entrepreneur in the medical aesthetics field, and they discuss her inspiring journey from being a single mother with limited resources to becoming a top injector and business owner with multiple locations. The conversation delves into the importance of education, partnerships, and effective marketing strategies, particularly through social media. Carissa emphasizes the significance of building trust with patients and maintaining a supportive community within the business. The episode also covers the challenges of navigating acquisitions and the systems necessary for growth and efficiency.Cameron and Carissa talk about her intentional social media strategy aimed at engaging patients and educating them about aesthetic treatments. Carissa emphasizes the importance of understanding patient needs, tracking engagement metrics, and the role of consultations in building trust and ensuring optimal outcomes. Carissa also shares insights on operational efficiency, revenue metrics, and the integration of wellness services into aesthetic practices, highlighting her journey and the evolution of her clinic's offerings. Listen In!Thank you for listening to this episode of Medical Millionaire!Takeaways:Carissa Alinat started from humble beginnings as a single mom.Education and determination were key to her success.Partnerships can lead to significant business growth.Implementing systems and protocols is crucial for efficiency.Social media is a powerful marketing tool in the aesthetics industry.Trust and personal connection are vital in patient relationships.Navigating acquisitions requires careful partner selection.Maintaining team morale during transitions is essential.Community support enhances business operations.Authenticity in marketing fosters trust with clients. Intentional social media strategy is crucial for engagement.Understanding patient needs enhances educational content.Tracking conversions from social media is essential.Top injectors focus on root causes, not just symptoms.Consultations should prioritize honesty and transparency.Effective treatment plans lead to higher patient satisfaction.Operational efficiency maximizes revenue potential.Full-time providers enhance patient care and revenue.Integrating wellness services can diversify offerings.Taking risks is necessary for growth and success.Medical Millionaire: The Blueprint for Scaling a World-Class Medical Aesthetics PracticeWelcome to Medical Millionaire, the go-to podcast for forward-thinking Medspa owners, Medical Aesthetics leaders, Plastic Surgery & Dermatology practices, Concierge Wellness clinics, and Elective Healthcare entrepreneurs who are ready to scale with intention and operate like a true, high-performing business.If you're building, growing, optimizing, or preparing to exit your aesthetics or wellness practice, this show is your competitive advantage.Hosted by Cameron Hemphill Your Guide to Sustainable, Scalable Growth Your host, Cameron Hemphill, is one of the most trusted growth strategists in Medical Aesthetics and Elective Wellness.With over 10 years in the industry, Cameron has helped scale 1,000+ practices and more than 2,300 providers, working alongside the most recognized KOLs, national brands, EMRs, tech companies, and private equity groups, shaping the future of aesthetics. From marketing to operations, from finance to leadership, Cameron brings a real-world, data-driven perspective on what it takes to turn a practice into a powerful business engine.What This Podcast Is All About: Each episode takes you behind the scenes of the fastest-growing practices in the country, revealing the systems, strategies, and mindset required to win in today's Medical Aesthetics landscape.Expect tactical insights, step-by-step frameworks, and conversations with:Industry thought leadersTop injectors & medical directorsEMR & tech innovatorsOperations expertsMarketing strategistsPrivate equity & M&A advisorsWellness and longevity pioneersThis is where aesthetics, business, technology, and wellness converge. What You'll Learn on Medical Millionaire Every week, you'll access expert guidance to help you scale profitably and predictably, including:Marketing & Brand PositioningCRM + Lead Management SystemsPatient Acquisition & ConversionEMR Optimization & Tech Stack ArchitectureSales Psychology & Consultation MasteryFinance, KPIs, and Practice EconomicsOperational Workflows & AutomationIndustry Trends Backed by Real Benchmark DataPatient Retention & Lifetime Value ExpansionMindset, Leadership & Team DevelopmentWhether you're opening your first location or running a multi-million-dollar enterprise, you'll gain the clarity and direction to grow with confidence. A Show Designed for Every Stage of Practice Growth Medical Millionaire breaks down the journey into four essential stages, showing you exactly how to move from one to the next:Startup – Build the foundation and attract your first wave of patientsGrowth – Scale revenue, expand services, and strengthen operationsOptimize – Increase efficiency, margins, and customer experienceExit – Prepare your practice for maximum valuation and acquisitionIf You're Ready to Grow, This Is Where You Start. Tune in weekly for actionable insights, expert interviews, and the exact playbooks high-performing practices use to dominate their markets. This is the podcast for Medspa owners who want more than a job; they want a scalable, profitable, industry-leading business. Welcome to Medical Millionaire.Let's build your practice into the empire it deserves to be.

This episode of the PartsEdge Podcast brings you straight from the NCM “Fuel the Future” Fixed Ops Summit. Kaylee Felio catches up with Kyle Morissette  from Techwall and Jim Boehnlein of UVEye to unpack how collaboration and streamlined technology are making dealership parts and service departments more efficient—and more profitable than ever.They dive into the importance of integrating systems so dealership teams aren't juggling endless logins, and share real stories of how automation has taken the busywork out of service lanes (think: automated tire measurements and instant vehicle inspections). Discover how partnering across platforms empowers advisors, technicians, and managers to deliver a faster, more transparent customer experience—and how it's transforming service lane acquisition into a massive opportunity.Whether you're a fixed ops veteran or new to turning faster inventory, this episode is packed with actionable strategies and gritty optimism for the future of dealer operations.--------------------------------------------TakeawaysIntegrated workflows reduce friction and save serious time for advisors, techs, and managers.Automation transforms the service lane into a profit center—think instant inspections, instant appraisals.Collaborative partnerships across vendors build stronger customer experiences and dealership growth.Chapters00:00 Focusing on customer retention05:59 Improving the customer walkaround process08:22 Improving workflow with technology11:43 Streamlining used car readiness13:20 Reflecting on conference successKaylee FelioLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kayleefelioWebsite: https://www.partsedge.com

Interview with Gavin Ferrar, CEO of Central Asia MetalsOur previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/central-asia-metals-lsecaml-beats-cash-forecasts-pays-dividends-9808Recording date: 12th June 2026Central Asia Metals (CAML) has announced the proposed acquisition of ASX-listed Cygnus Metals in an all-share transaction aimed at strengthening its project pipeline and adding a development-stage asset to its portfolio. The deal, expected to complete in September, will see Cygnus shareholders receive approximately 0.06 CAML shares per share, resulting in ownership of about 30% of the combined entity, with existing CAML shareholders retaining 70%. The structure preserves CAML's debt-free balance sheet and allows continued funding of operations, exploration, and dividends.The acquisition centers on the Chibougamau copper-gold project in Quebec, Canada, a brownfield asset comprising five deposits and an existing processing facility. Under Cygnus's ownership, the project's measured and indicated resource increased by 78% to 6.4 million tonnes at roughly 3% copper equivalent, with over 8 million tonnes of inferred resources and significant exploration potential across an 18-kilometre strike length. Existing infrastructure, including an idle mill and permitted tailings facilities, is expected to reduce development costs and timelines compared to a greenfield project.CAML plans to advance the project through an updated preliminary economic assessment followed by a feasibility study, targeting a construction decision within four to five years. The company intends to leverage its operational and tailings management expertise from its Sasa mine, while retaining Cygnus's local management team and community relationships to support permitting and development.Strategically, the acquisition fills a long-standing gap between CAML's exploration assets and producing operations in Kazakhstan and North Macedonia. These existing mines are performing strongly, supporting ongoing dividends of 30–50% of free cash flow. The transaction also reflects a broader industry trend of larger, cash-generative miners acquiring development-stage assets from smaller explorers to unlock value and accelerate project timelines.Learn more: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/central-asia-metalsSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com

In this episode, Jaeden and Jamie explore SpaceX's strategic move to acquire Cursor, the implications of their IPO, and the future of AI coding tools like Cursor and Claude Code. They also discuss market dynamics, valuation, and Elon Musk's vision for space and AI technology.Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/yBknPyOb9asOur AI Hustle Skool Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustleGet the top 80+ AI Models for $8.99 at AI Box: https://aibox.aiChapters00:00 Introduction to SpaceX's Acquisition of Cursor01:51 Details of the Deal and Valuation03:51 SpaceX's IPO and Market Impact05:47 Comparison of Cursor and Claude Code08:10 Future of AI Coding Tools and Market Trends09:52 Implications for Developers and Companies11:12 SpaceX's Market Strategy and Rebranding

Trump and Vance virtually sign the U.S.-Iran agreement, while also meeting with Zelenskyy at the G7 summit, the Ukraine and Moldova formally launch EU membership talks, the FBI says it foiled an alleged plot to attack the UFC Freedom 250 event, a poll finds that 38% of surveyed Americans don't think the U.S. will survive another 250 years, the life sentence of Henry Nowak's killer is referred to the U.K. Court of Appeal, the U.N. reports that drone strikes have killed over 1,000 Sudanese civilians so far this year, the Bank of Japan hikes rates to 1%, SpaceX buys AI coding startup Cursor for $60 billion, and Starbucks South Korea announces mandatory history and social sensitivity training. Sources: Verity.News

Anthropic pulled the plug on its Mythos / Fable 5 model after the U.S. government raised concerns, and IREN has completed its acquisition of Nostrum for 490 MW of capacity in Spain. Welcome back to The Blockspace Podcast! Anthropic and Uncle Sam are trading blows again, with the frontier LLM company pulling its recently released Mythos / Fable 5 model after whistleblowers said the model's guardrails were bypassed. Lygos Finance's CEO Jay Patel joins us for his reaction to the news and the market rally with a reported, imminent peace deal coming for the Iran War this week. For other news, we cover IREN's closing its acquisition of Nostrum, which will give it a 490 MW foothold in Spain for AI data center development, and the EPA's stance that it won't regulate AI data centers. Check out Dimetrics, the AI industry's Bloomberg terminal. Track financial metrics and news for AI stocks, GPU rental prices, state-by-state data center pushback, and more with the compute industry's most powerful dashboard. Subscribe to our newsletter to receive updates for all of our shows and content.

In this episode, the hosts analyze a rural West Virginia cemetery listed for $599,000 that claims more than $10 million in future burial plot revenue—but may take decades to realize its full value.Business Listing – https://www.bizbuysell.com/business-opportunity/10m-built-in-revenue-potential-from-an-established-cemetery/2460309/Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.Looking to build a professional website in minutes? Try Wix: https://wix.pxf.io/c/6898629/3115214/25616?trafcat=templateHubSpot is the backbone for how businesses scale without chaos. Try them out here: https://go.try-hubspot.com/OeG9VrSubscribe for more episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@AcquisitionsAnonymousPodcast?sub_confirmation=1Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://www.acquanon.com/newsletter

In this episode, we share exciting personal news alongside discussions on Meta's unwinding of their $2 billion Manus acquisition and the repercussions stemming from that decision. We also cover recent developments involving Anthropic's AI models, Apple's Siri updates, and Jeff Bezos' Prometheus company raising $14 billion for physical AI innovation.Chapters00:00 Introduction00:59 Personal News02:01 Meta's Manus Acquisition Unwinding06:00 Anthropic's AI Model Controversy14:59 Siri's Future Changes16:50 Bezos' Prometheus Funding Show LinksGet the top 80+ AI Models for $8.99 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiHow I Grow and Scale My Business with AI: https://www.skool.com/aihustleGet the AI Chat Daily Newsletter: https://www.aichatdaily.com/newsletter

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In this episode, we share exciting personal news alongside discussions on Meta's unwinding of their $2 billion Manus acquisition and the repercussions stemming from that decision. We also cover recent developments involving Anthropic's AI models, Apple's Siri updates, and Jeff Bezos' Prometheus company raising $14 billion for physical AI innovation.Chapters00:00 Introduction00:59 Personal News02:01 Meta's Manus Acquisition Unwinding06:00 Anthropic's AI Model Controversy14:59 Siri's Future Changes16:50 Bezos' Prometheus Funding Show LinksGet the top 80+ AI Models for $8.99 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiHow I Grow and Scale My Business with AI: https://www.skool.com/aihustleGet the AI Chat Daily Newsletter: https://www.aichatdaily.com/newsletter See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

1Password could be one step closer to going public after snapping up access-management startup Apono, fuelling fresh IPO chatter. Then, we dig into why credit card companies are racing to own your Friday night dinner plans, as Amex adds TheFork to its growing reservations empire. Plus Ottawa's talks with Chinese EV makers, Fox buying Roku, opioid deaths dropping, and more.The Peak Daily is produced in partnership with reframevid.com

Despite his love of operations, Himmat Singh intended to own his acquisition passively. Then the lead sales guy quit.Register for the webinar: Understanding a Quality of Earnings Analysis: What's Included and Why - Thu, Jun 18 - https://bit.ly/4vhhY3tTopics in Himmat's interview:Operating a business for a billionaire in IndiaRan traditional search, closed zero acquisitionsTargeted recession-proof home care opportunitiesBecame CEO of elder care company he couldn't acquireGrew EBITDA 4x through operational cleanup and systemsSold company to private equity, remaining CEOLife-changing exit from elder care companyLanded printing acquisition through relationshipsPrefers operating to financial modelingStructuring a screaming deal on a printing businessReferences and how to contact Himmat:LinkedInEPI-ColorspaceCircle of LifeWork with an SBA loan team focused exclusively on helping entrepreneurs buy businesses:Pioneer Capital AdvisoryGet complimentary due diligence on your acquisition's insurance & benefits program:Oberle Risk Strategies - Search Fund TeamGet a free review of your books & financial ops from System Six (a $500 value):Book a call with Tim or hello@systemsix.com and mention Acquiring MindsConnect with Acquiring Minds:See past + future interviews on the YouTube channelConnect with host Will Smith on LinkedInFollow Will on TwitterEdited by Anton Rohozov and produced by Pam Cameron

This week on The GovNavigators Show, Robert and Adam welcome Larry Allen, Associate Administrator for GSA's Office of Government-wide Policy, now 15 months into the role. Larry brings a big update on the historic FAR overhaul, with the first four chapters expected to be out for public comment within the next two weeks. He describes the enthusiastic engagement from the acquisition workforce and shares what it will really take to relieve the burden on contracting professionals as agencies rebuild after staffing losses. The show digs into AI's growing role in acquisition, the administration's ambitious executive order agenda, and how GSA has maintained its momentum through the transition to a permanent administrator. Larry also covers the complete overhaul of the Federal Property Management Regulations, a revamp of the Federal Travel Regulations, and drops some breaking per diem news for FY27. Show Notes: GSA Office of Government-wide Policy: OGP Overview GAO: The Nation's Fiscal Health Report Social Security Trustees: 2026 Annual Report Summary FISA Section 702: U.S. Intelligence FISA Section 202 Overview Financial Data Transparency Act: Final Rule Details FAR Overhaul: RFO DEI EO 2025: Ending Radical And Wasteful Government DEI Programs And Preferencing DEI EO 2026: Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors  Firm-Fixed Price Contracting EO: Promoting Efficiency, Accountability, and Performance in Federal Contracting  GSA: Edward C. Forst Sworn in as GSA Administrator GSA: Federal Managment Regulation GSA: Federal Travel Regulation EO on Gold Standard Science: Restoring Gold Standard Science House Armed Services Committee: FY27 NDAA House Version What's on the GovNavigators' Radar? June 16th: VeeamOn Tour DC 2026 at Convene, Washington DC (Adam moderating) Defense One Tech Summit, Arlington, Virginia June 22nd: National Academy of Public Administration Celebrating the American Public Servant Gala, Library of Congress (GovNavigators sponsor) June 23rd: ACT-IAC Insights to Action for Procurement Market Dynamics (Robert co-moderating) June 24th: Celonis Process Intelligence Day GovExec SAP NOW 250  

Ann Berry is joined by Kevin Rubin, CFO of Zscaler, to discuss how the company's zero trust model protects nearly half of the Fortune 500, what frontier AI models revealed about cybersecurity vulnerabilities and whether the software selloff is missing the bigger picture. 00:00 Kevin Rubin, CFO of Zscaler, Joins01:19 What Zscaler does: zero trust cybersecurity explained02:08 Castle and moat vs. doomsday bunker: the zero trust architecture04:34 Zscaler's customer base05:56 Project Glasswing: partnering with Anthropic on vulnerability research06:35 How frontier AI models find security vulnerabilities at machine speed09:03 Why Zscaler's stock is down 40% despite AI partnerships11:32 Ad break: KeyBank12:17 Using AI internally14:18 International expansion16:46 M&A strategy18:42 Acquisition multiples and the AI premium19:27 How Zscaler evaluates ROI on acquisitions20:45 Earnings results22:50 The war for enterprise sales talent24:36 Capital allocation25:25 Outro and upcoming episodes After Earnings is brought to you by Stakeholder Labs and Morning Brew.For more go to https://www.afterearnings.com Follow UsX: https://twitter.com/AfterEarningsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@AfterEarningsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/afterearnings_/ Reach OutEmail: afterearnings@morningbrew.com $ZS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Christopher Roach, CEO of Better For Butchery, discusses the company's acquisition of a 27,000‑square‑foot USDA‑inspected processing facility in Princeton, Ky. The move transforms Better For Butchery from a DTC‑focused meat business into a platform‑scale processing, co‑packing, cold‑storage, and fulfillment hub built to support independent farmers and regional meat brands.

He Interrupted Her Mid-Sentence and Said "I Don't Agree." She Asked: "How Many Recruitment Drives Have You Led?" CHRO Deepashri on Standing Your Ground It was her first day in a new role. The leadership team was deep into planning the launch of a major production system. She raised her hand and asked: "What about the people strategy?" Everyone looked at her like she was speaking a different language. "What does people have to do with this? It's a manufacturing system." She asked again. Still dismissed. Still polite. Still ignored. She could have let it go. Instead, she spent six months building an irrefutable business case. She spoke to the consultants. She researched the ROI. She calculated exactly what would be lost if people failed to adopt the system. She pre-worked the stakeholders she already had relationships with, one by one, so she would not be the only voice in the room when the moment came. Then she walked into a meeting with the global head of manufacturing, the global head of HR, and the other senior sponsors. She was the only woman in the room. She was a nervous wreck. She had her game face on. She got the budget. She got the resources. She built a people pillar that outlasted her, survived an acquisition, and is still running today. Deepashri is Chief Human Resources Officer at 8th Ave Food and Provisions. In this episode, she shares two very different stories of standing her ground at work — one strategic and six months in the making, one instinctive and decided in seconds — and what she learned from both. You'll learn: Why she refused to use HR buzzwords like "empathy" or "doing the right thing" when pitching to hard-nosed manufacturing executives, and what she said instead to make her idea impossible to ignore. The pre-meeting strategy she uses before any high-stakes pitch: influence the people you already have relationships with one-on-one first, so you are never the only advocate in the room. How she walked into the biggest pitch of her career feeling like a nervous wreck, knowing that if she failed, she would be "just another person on the leadership team with no voice." The investment banker who interrupted her mid-sentence and said "I don't agree." What she said back, why she still calls him a friend today, and what happened when she pulled it off. Why she thought she was being assertive in a conversation that completely failed to land, what her coach told her, and the three-part technique she developed to deliver the most difficult messages in a way that registered clearly without feeling disrespectful. Why assertiveness looks and sounds different across cultures, and how she learned to calibrate between India's indirect communication style and the blunt directness expected in U.S. corporate environments. Her best career compliment: "Deeps will tell you the most difficult things in the nicest possible way." About Deepashri: Chief Human Resources Officer at 8th Ave Food and Provisions, Deepashri has built her career across global HR, change management, and organizational transformation roles in India and the United States. She is a coach, storyteller, and advocate for assertive communication across cultures.

Sigma Healthcare, the owner of Chemist Warehouse, is chasing a $14 billion deal to buy UK pharmacy giant Boots. Kmart is opening a massive furniture showroom called K Home to grab a bigger slice of the furniture market. Bending Spoons, the Italian app studio that buys dying internet brands has just filed for a $20 billion Nasdaq IPO. _ Download the free app (App Store): http://bit.ly/FluxAppStore Download the free app (Google Play): http://bit.ly/FluxappGooglePlay Daily newsletter: https://bit.ly/fluxnewsletter Flux on Instagram: http://bit.ly/fluxinsta Flux on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@flux.finance —- The content in this podcast reflects the views and opinions of the hosts, and is intended for personal and not commercial use. We do not represent or endorse the accuracy or reliability of any opinion, statement or other information provided or distributed in these episodes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SpaceX (SPCX) closed out the week with a $2 trillion IPO at the Nasdaq, but it wasn't the only stock that moved markets today. Marley Kayden and Sam Vadas talk about the historic public trading debut, along with Mag 7 headlines in Nvidia (NVDA) and Meta Platforms (META). ======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day.Options involve risks and are not suitable for all investors. Before trading, read the Options Disclosure Document. http://bit.ly/2v9tH6DSubscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – https://twitter.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network/About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about

When Alan Turkus found a business with a mission, he knew he'd found the right fit for the final chapter of his career.Topics in Alan's interview:Background in book publishingPost-MBA career in techTaking a career break to raise his sonFrom co-op cashier to co-CEOSeeking security through business ownershipAcquiring a home health and hospice franchiseRaising equity from search investorsRetaining a little over 50% ownershipStructuring with 2 forgivable seller notesThe advantage of buying a bigger businessReferences and how to contact Alan:LinkedInInterim Healthcare of Twin CitiesElliott Edge on Acquiring Minds: 1 Business vs Many: Deciding to Roll UpGrant Hensel of Entrepreneurial CapitalJacob Hall of Kando CapitalPROX Capital GroupConnect with Acquiring Minds:See past + future interviews on the YouTube channelConnect with host Will Smith on LinkedInFollow Will on TwitterEdited by Anton Rohozov and produced by Pam Cameron

Today I'm talking to Bill Tyndall, who helped build Electric AI from an idea into a company approaching a billion-dollar valuation, raised $211M across eight funding rounds, and now serves as CEO of Techvera. Bill has spent his career building companies around automation, IT, cybersecurity, and digital transformation. But his biggest lesson isn't just about AI. It's about capacity. We get into why AI is a capacity multiplier—not a magic fix—how companies create artificial bottlenecks inside their own operations, and why clean data, better routing, strong documentation, and faster adoption may matter more than simply throwing new tools at the problem. Bill also opens up about the founder side of the journey: what it felt like to take money off the table, why a big exit didn't create the happiness he expected, and how he now thinks about purpose, delegation, acquisitions, identity, and building a healthier company.   Key Takeaways with Bill Tyndall (01:55) Business vs. Purpose (03:07) Will AI Kill Managed Service Providers? (04:40) Running a Business Like a Football Team (06:44) The Injury That Ended the NFL Dream (09:21) Why a "Boring" Industry Attracted $211M (14:50) What an MSP Actually Does (Plain English) (19:32) Artificial Capacity Constraints - $17M to $38M in 1 Year (23:22) Building Faster With AI Tools (26:38) Why He Walked Away From a $1 Billion Company (31:09) When Money Doesn't Fix Happiness (37:25) How to Avoid Regret After An Exit (39:17) Effective Delegation  (41:55) The Problem with Roll-Ups (46:12) Acquisition Integration Challenges (49:28) The First 120 Days After an Acquisition (51:22) Returning To The CEO Seat (54:38) AI As A Capacity Multiplier (58:11) AI Governance & Control (01:00:10) Advice For Young Entrepreneurs   Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/oB-X1bAyF80     Let's Connect: Website | Instagram | YouTube | TikTok | Twitter | Facebook

John Gravelyn spent most of his career in engineering, managing technical launches at Ford and then Rivian. He grew up wanting to work on cars, but after buying his first house he realized he loved ownership more than the cars themselves. After succeeding at Rivian and later being laid off, he launched his own company, First Principles Partners, where he helps engineers and other analytical professionals approach real estate the way they approach engineering problems. Based in central Michigan, John builds deal-analysis tools and calculators that help investors evaluate properties, and he coaches clients to stay in their analytical strengths while partnering out negotiation and management.     Make sure to download our free guide, 7 Questions Every Passive Investor Should Ask, here.     Key Takeaways Treat real estate like an engineering problem, then partner out the rest Stay in your strongest lane and let others negotiate and manage Learn to delegate early, because leverage beats doing everything yourself Hire fast, fire fast, and keep working the relationship after the hire Get comfortable operating in the gray areas of deals     Topics From Automotive Engineering to Real Estate John spent his career in engineering, working at Ford and then Rivian Buying his first house showed him he loved ownership more than the cars Why an Engineering Mind Is Drawn to Real Estate Every property is variable, unlike automotive work built to cut variability That uncertainty makes real estate a bigger, more interesting problem to solve Building First Principles Partners After Rivian, John got his real estate license to help analytical people invest He helps engineers buy a first home, then scale into owning more property Growth turned out to be more of a marketing challenge than he expected Shifting from Engineering Rules to Investing Reality In engineering a number is fixed, but in deals terms are negotiable Showing clients the numbers and probabilities helps them act in the gray areas Analysis, Acquisition, and Management Analytical investors should own the analysis and avoid negotiating emotionally Partnering with an agent and operators keeps their time on their strengths Learning to Delegate and Leverage Moving into engineering management forced John to delegate and influence Being the central point of a vision creates more leverage than doing it all He frames this as the who not how principle Vetting and Working with Partners John runs an initial vetting, then relies on hiring fast and firing fast He treats partnerships as dynamic and keeps improving the relationship He has been burned, but believes most people want to work with good people    

In this episode, the hosts evaluate a highly unusual ATM portfolio generating $1M in EBITDA from 642 ATMs located in gentlemen's clubs nationwide, exploring the hidden complexities, cash logistics, and risks behind what appears to be an ultra-passive business.Business Listing – https://www.bizbuysell.com/business-opportunity/over-1m-ebitda-atm-route-gentlemen-s-clubs-642-atms-5-000-000/2500718/Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.Looking to build a professional website in minutes? Try Wix: https://wix.pxf.io/c/6898629/3115214/25616?trafcat=templateHubSpot is the backbone for how businesses scale without chaos. Try them out here: https://go.try-hubspot.com/OeG9VrSubscribe for more episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@AcquisitionsAnonymousPodcast?sub_confirmation=1Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://www.acquanon.com/newsletter

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