Podcasts about Acquisition

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Marshall Harris and Mark Grote debated if left guard Joe Thuney was the Bears' most important acquisition in 2025.

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Jeff DeCarlis, Vice President of Sales & Marketing at Alliant Power, joins us live from HDAW in Texas to share a major announcement: Alliant Power has acquired Capital Reman. In this episode, Jeff walks through the strategy behind the move, how the team is being integrated, and how the new distribution model delivers a “total package” that helps shops reduce downtime, turn bays faster, and improve long-term reliability.Note: This episode was recorded live at HDAW. We apologize for the background noise and minor audio issues.Check out the full video version of the podcast on YouTube!About the EpisodeHost: Jay Goninen, WrenchWay, jayg@wrenchway.comGuest: Jeff DeCarlis, Alliant Power, jdecarlis@alliantpower.comLinks & ResourcesGet notified of new episodes --> Join our email listAbout WrenchWay:For Technicians & Students: wrenchway.com/solutions/technicians/For Shops & Dealerships: wrenchway.com/solutions/shops/For Instructors: wrenchway.com/solutions/schools/Connect with us on social: Facebook Instagram X LinkedIn YouTube TikTok

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Value: After Hours is a podcast about value investing, Fintwit, and all things finance and investment by investors Tobias Carlisle, and Jake Taylor. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Soldier of Fortune: Warren Buffett, Sun Tzu and the Ancient Art of Risk-Taking⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Kindle⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠)We are live every Tuesday at 1.30pm E / 10.30am P.See our latest episodes at https://acquirersmultiple.com/podcastAbout Jake Jake's Twitter: https://twitter.com/farnamjake1Jake's book: The Rebel Allocator https://amzn.to/2sgip3lABOUT THE PODCASTHi, I'm Tobias Carlisle. I launched The Acquirers Podcast to discuss the process of finding undervalued stocks, deep value investing, hedge funds, activism, buyouts, and special situations.We uncover the tactics and strategies for finding good investments, managing risk, dealing with bad luck, and maximizing success.SEE LATEST EPISODEShttps://acquirersmultiple.com/podcast/SEE OUR FREE DEEP VALUE STOCK SCREENER https://acquirersmultiple.com/screener/FOLLOW TOBIASWebsite: https://acquirersmultiple.com/Firm: https://acquirersfunds.com/ Twitter: ttps://twitter.com/GreenbackdLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tobycarlisleFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/tobiascarlisleInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/tobias_carlisleABOUT TOBIAS CARLISLETobias Carlisle is the founder of The Acquirer's Multiple®, and Acquirers Funds®. He is best known as the author of the #1 new release in Amazon's Business and Finance The Acquirer's Multiple: How the Billionaire Contrarians of Deep Value Beat the Market, the Amazon best-sellers Deep Value: Why Activists Investors and Other Contrarians Battle for Control of Losing Corporations (2014) (https://amzn.to/2VwvAGF), Quantitative Value: A Practitioner's Guide to Automating Intelligent Investment and Eliminating Behavioral Errors (2012) (https://amzn.to/2SDDxrN), and Concentrated Investing: Strategies of the World's Greatest Concentrated Value Investors (2016) (https://amzn.to/2SEEjVn). He has extensive experience in investment management, business valuation, public company corporate governance, and corporate law.Prior to founding the forerunner to Acquirers Funds in 2010, Tobias was an analyst at an activist hedge fund, general counsel of a company listed on the Australian Stock Exchange, and a corporate advisory lawyer. As a lawyer specializing in mergers and acquisitions he has advised on transactions across a variety of industries in the United States, the United Kingdom, China, Australia, Singapore, Bermuda, Papua New Guinea, New Zealand, and Guam. He is a graduate of the University of Queensland in Australia with degrees in Law (2001) and Business (Management) (1999).

Despite success in corporate, Jarom Wren wanted more freedom, so he traded 5 figures of salary for 7 figures of revenue.Topics in Jarom's interview:Realizing he was renting himself to a corporationMid-career risk assessmentSearching for a digital businessChoosing the lowest cost Q of E“Deals want to die”Risks of a 4-year old e-com businessOffering education as well as DIY productsDeciding against using ROBSBuying 70% of the companyHis first year report cardReferences and how to contact Jarom:LinkedInVanlife OutfittersHarley Sitner on Acquiring Minds: Building a Beloved Brand from a Tiny, Dying BusinessGet 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.comWork 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 Twitter

Dirty Work dives into the latest rumors surrounding the Bay Area teams. They're joined by Bobby Marks, ESPN's Front Office Insider, to discuss the potential trade of Giannis to the Golden State Warriors. The guys also weigh in on the possibility of Framber Valdez joining the Giants and Jim Schwartz becoming the 49ers' defensive coordinator. With the trade deadline looming, the conversation gets heated as they debate the pros and cons of each scenario.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the latest episode of The Soccer Hour, Ted goes over the Earthquakes acquisition of German International, Timo Werner, chats with defender Daniel Munie, and looks ahead to the start of the 2026 campaign. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ori Bendet, Vice President of Product Management at Checkmarx, joined Doug Green, Publisher of Technology Reseller News, to discuss how the acquisition of Tromzo strengthens Checkmarx's agentic application security strategy and reflects a broader shift in how organizations secure software in an AI-driven development era. Bendet explained that Checkmarx, a pioneer in application security with more than two decades of experience, has traditionally focused on helping organizations identify vulnerabilities early in the software development lifecycle (SDLC). However, the rapid adoption of AI-generated code has fundamentally changed the AppSec landscape. “The industry used to be fixated on finding vulnerabilities,” Bendet said. “Now the real challenge is fixing them at scale, in context, and without slowing developers down.” The Tromzo acquisition builds on Checkmarx's existing family of agentic tools, Checkmarx Assist, which already provides real-time remediation inside the developer IDE. Tromzo extends these capabilities deeper into the SDLC, enabling automated remediation at the repository and pull-request stages. Together, the technologies aim to “complete the loop” by delivering consistent, trusted remediation from early development through later stages of deployment. Bendet noted that AI is widening the gap between development velocity and security oversight, as significantly more code—and therefore more vulnerabilities—is being produced. At the same time, the application footprint itself is evolving to include AI components such as large language models, agents, and third-party AI services. “There is now a new AI element inside the application,” he said, “and organizations need AppSec solutions that understand and protect that expanded footprint.” Auto-remediation, once viewed skeptically by developers, is now gaining acceptance as AI agents gain a deeper understanding of application context. According to Bendet, modern agentic tools can remediate vulnerabilities while preserving business logic and minimizing disruption. “Developers no longer need to spend days undoing fixes that broke functionality,” he said. “The agent can understand the blast radius and refactor automatically.” Looking ahead, Bendet described a future where AppSec becomes more autonomous, with agents continuously testing, fixing, and validating applications while developers shift toward higher-level architectural and review roles. With proper guardrails in place, this evolution promises to reduce alert fatigue and allow teams to focus on innovation rather than remediation backlogs. More information about Checkmarx and its agentic application security approach is available at https://checkmarx.com/, with additional developer-focused resources at https://checkmarx.dev/.

On November 7, the Department of War released an acquisition transformation strategy that seeks to remove bureaucratic hurdles and streamline acquisition processes to enable even more rapid adoption of technologies, including artificial intelligence. Getting AI into the hands of warfighters requires disciplined AI Engineering. In this podcast from the Carnegie Mellon University Software Engineering Institute, Carol Smith, lead of human-centered research in the SEI's AI Division, and Brigid O'Hearn, the SEI's lead of software modernization policy for the Department of War, sit down with Eileen Wrubel, the SEI's technical director of Transforming Software Acquisition Policy and Practice, to discuss AI Engineering challenges and guidance in the defense acquisition space. 

Dirty Work dives into the latest rumors surrounding the Bay Area teams. They're joined by Bobby Marks, ESPN's Front Office Insider, to discuss the potential trade of Giannis to the Golden State Warriors. The guys also weigh in on the possibility of Framber Valdez joining the Giants and Jim Schwartz becoming the 49ers' defensive coordinator. With the trade deadline looming, the conversation gets heated as they debate the pros and cons of each scenario.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the latest episode of The Soccer Hour, Ted goes over the Earthquakes acquisition of German International, Timo Werner, chats with defender Daniel Munie, and looks ahead to the start of the 2026 campaign. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's show features: - David Wyler, President and CEO of Jeff Wyler Automotive Family - Ryan Rohrman, Chief Executive Officer of Rohrman Auto Group - Cuyler Owens, CEO of Widewail - Scott Painter, Founder & CEO of TrueCar This episode is brought to you by: Stream Companies – Stream Companies is a full-service, fully integrated, tech-enabled advertising agency that drives measurable results through performance marketing, creative and content development, and proprietary AdTech solutions. Our innovative platforms, including the Retail Ready platform and Integrated Marketing Cloud, empower brands to optimize performance and accelerate growth. To learn more, visit StreamCompanies.com. Widewail – Leading dealerships aren't choosing between profit and customer experience. They're learning to balance both. Widewail CEO Cuyler Owens unveils how Customer Intelligence provides the real-time insights needed to stay aligned with customer expectations as the digital-native market grows. The discussion, backed by Widewail's 15M-review dataset, will also highlight key findings from the 2026 Voice of the Customer Report. Read the full report here: https://carguymedia.com/3Zxbkrt Check out Car Dealership Guy's stuff: CDG Circles ➤ https://cdgcircles.com/ CDG News ➤ https://news.dealershipguy.com/ CDG Jobs ➤ https://jobs.dealershipguy.com/ CDG Recruiting ➤ https://www.cdgrecruiting.com/ My Socials: X ➤ https://www.twitter.com/GuyDealership Instagram ➤ https://www.instagram.com/cardealershipguy/ TikTok ➤ https://www.tiktok.com/@guydealership LinkedIn ➤ https://www.linkedin.com/company/cardealershipguy/ Threads ➤ https://www.threads.net/@cardealershipguy Facebook ➤ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077402857683

Steve Cunningham, the new CEO of Enova (ENVA), lays out what to expect in 2026. “We don't have a need for hard lefts or hard rights on our strategy,” he says, because Enova has been doing well with its current operations. Enova is a fintech company that offers online financial services, including the payday lender CashNetUSA and NetCredit, which offers personal loans and lines of credit. Steve notes that credit has head up well, and feels like “we're in a pretty good spot to keep up this momentum.” Their recent acquisition of Grasshopper Bank gives them a banking charter, which he expects to expand their customer reach and allow them to offer new products.======== 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

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Click Here to Get All Podcast Show Notes!Tax loopholes sound like shortcuts to avoiding taxes, but the reality is that there are no loopholes. In this episode, Sharran breaks down the true meaning of tax incentives and why certain tax-saving strategies aren't hidden traps but rather clear government incentives designed to promote specific business behaviors.Sharran walks you through practical steps to navigate tax mitigation strategies effectively. Whether you're a business owner, investor, or someone navigating personal taxes, you'll learn how to know the law, follow the rules, and document the truth to ensure you're maximizing your financial advantage legally and efficiently.Forget the confusion around tax deductions and depreciation. This episode provides a simple, actionable framework for making smarter financial decisions. After all, understanding the rules is what truly allows you to win the tax game.“There are no loopholes. These are all the rules. And the way you win the tax game, no matter where you live in the world, is to do three things: know the law, follow the rules, and document the truth.”- Sharran SrivatsaaTimestamps:02:37 - The myth of tax loopholes05:06 - How technical rules help, not hurt06:09 - The three-step tax framework07:04 - The real estate “loophole” myth09:20 - Avoiding common business tax mistakes10:38 - Why tax deductions don't mean free money11:43 - Think about this before you spend money13:38 - Final thoughts on tax strategyResources:- The Next Billion by Sharran Srivatsaa - https://sharransrivatsaa.substack.com/- Acquisition.com - https://www.acquisition.com/- Board Member: ARC Multifamily Real Estate Investing - https://arcmf.com/- Board Member: The Real Brokerage - https://www.joinreal.com/Connect with Sharran:- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/likesharran- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sharransrivatsaa/- X - https://x.com/sharran- LinkedIn - http://www.linkedin.com/in/sharran- YouTube -

January 27, 2026: Your daily rundown of health and wellness news, in under 5 minutes. Today's top stories: P&G acquires Wonderbelly, the digestive wellness brand with distribution at CVS and Target, moving to reposition digestive health as wellness  Once Upon a Farm kicks off IPO roadshow targeting $200M+ raise at $760M valuation, testing whether premium mission-driven food brands can sustain consumer trust and growth Life Time reports preliminary Q4 & FY25 earnings, with revenue up 14% as revenue per member jumps double digits, planning to open 12-14 large-format clubs in 2026 New racket sport Typti launches with backing from 80+ athletes including Drew Brees, targeting tennis players on pickleball courts as participation sports spawn new ecosystems More from Fitt: Fitt Insider breaks down the convergence of fitness, wellness, and healthcare — and what it means for business, culture, and capital. Subscribe to our newsletter → insider.fitt.co/subscribe Work with our recruiting firm → https://talent.fitt.co/ Follow us on Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/fittinsider/ Follow us on LinkedIn → linkedin.com/company/fittinsider Reach out → insider@fitt.co  

Family planning and entrepreneurship converged as Linh & Leo Van Deibel bought their first (and not last) business.Topics in Linh & Leo's interview:Making the case for business acquisitionTaking family planning into accountSearching in the UK as a non-citizenBeing taken seriously as an Asian womanTheir goal of building a holdcoThousands of meetings with sellersSearch is a numbers gameBrutal IVF processGiving up on acquiring SaaSBuying an engineering consulting firmReferences and how to contact Linh & Leo:Linh Van Deibel LinkedInLeo Deibel LinkedInTheir acquisition, Infrastructure Design SolutionsLinh Tran on Acquiring Minds: The Dream Outcome: From $300k to $5m EBITDAGet a complimentary IT audit of your target business:Email Nick Akers at nick@inzotechnologies.com, and tell him you're a searcherLearn more about Walker Deibel's done-with-you buy-side advisory:The Acquisition LabGet 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 RohozovProduced by Pam Cameron

How do you build an AI product that delivers real value long before AI becomes a buzzword? In this podcast hosted by Products That Count CEO Hoda Mehr, Amplitude Head of AI and former Kraftful Founder Yana Welinder speaks on building AI-native products, staying relentlessly focused on real customer problems, and navigating the journey from startup to acquisition. Drawing from her experience taking Kraftful from early experimentation with large language models to being acquired by Amplitude, Yana shares practical lessons on product focus, founder-led growth, and what it truly takes to scale AI inside a large organization.

In this episode, Rob and Greg are joined by guest Andy Ruskin, healthcare attorney and government payer expert from K&L Gates. They'll be discussing the 2026 CMS OPPS Final Rule, focusing on the provision related to the ODACS, or Outpatient Drug Acquisition Cost Survey. They'll review the statutory landscape surrounding the survey, recap past attempts by CMS to lower 340B hospital reimbursement, and discuss considerations for hospitals as they contemplate how to respond this time around. In the intro, the guys review updates to manufacturer 340B policies. Specifically, they discuss a new policy from one manufacturer that conditions 340B pricing access for in-house pharmacies on claim submission requirements. 

Episode web page: https://bit.ly/3LR63bd Episode summary: In this special episode, guest host Kate Towsey—ResearchOps thought leader and founder of the Cha-Cha Club—sits down with Baran Erkel, Chief Strategy Officer at UserTesting, and Basel Fakhoury, CEO and co-founder of User Interviews, to unpack the recent acquisition of User Interviews by UserTesting. Together, they dive into the strategy, vision, and community impact behind the merger, addressing head-on the questions and emotions stirred within the UX and research communities.  Listeners will gain insight into why now was the right time, what the future holds for both platforms, and how this partnership aims to strengthen the researcher-first values that User Interviews is known for. Whether you're part of a large enterprise or a one-person research team, this episode sheds light on how the two companies plan to maintain openness, improve integration, enhance tools like Research Hub, and invest in a future where research plays a central role in shaping customer experiences. Key topics discussed: Why UserTesting acquired User Interviews and what it means for researchers How the platforms will remain open, flexible, and independently accessible Future investments in Research Hub and panel innovation Ensuring a positive experience for participants remains a priority The evolving role of research in an AI-driven future What researchers—from solo practitioners to large teams—can expect going forward Lessons from past acquisitions and why humility and customer-centricity matter Resources & links Kate Towsey on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/katetowsey/) Baran Erkel on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/baranerkel/) Basel Fakhoury on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/baselfakhoury/) Kate's book Research that Scales (https://rosenfeldmedia.com/books/research-that-scales/) Kate's website (https://katetowsey.com/) Press Release about the acquisition of User Interviews (https://www.usertesting.com/company/newsroom/press-releases/usertesting-acquires-user-interviews) Nathan Isaacs on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathanisaacs/) Learn more about Insights Unlocked: https://www.usertesting.com/podcast

In this episode, we explore how first-party data and AI are fixing the problem of rising ad costs. Tiago Costa Rocha, CEO of Full Venue and the creator of Clustie.ai, explains why traditional Meta ads are failing many Shopify brands today. He shares how brands can stop guessing and use their own customer data to find high-value buyers. Tiago also breaks down how to scale campaigns faster using "one-click" AI tools to lower costs and increase sales.Topics discussed in this episode:  How rising ad costs affect Shopify growth. What causes the "feedback loop" in ad spend. Why brands must identify their true ICP. How Clusty connects directly to Shopify data. What the one-click campaign builder automates. Why first-party data beats platform algorithms. How AI identifies high-propensity buyer groups. How to scale budgets without killing results. Links & Resources Website: https://www.fullvenue.ai/Shopify App Store: https://apps.shopify.com/clustie-ai-marketing-segmentsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fullvenueai/Get access to more free resources by visiting the show notes at https://tinyurl.com/yd2uxe9p______________________________________________________ LOVE THE SHOW? HERE ARE THE NEXT STEPS! Follow the podcast to get every bonus episode. Tap follow now and don't miss out! Rate & Review: Help others discover the show by rating the show on Apple Podcasts at https://tinyurl.com/ecb-apple-podcasts Join our Free Newsletter: https://newsletter.ecommercecoffeebreak.com/ Support The Show On Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/EcommerceCoffeeBreak Partner with us: https://ecommercecoffeebreak.com/partner-with-us/

Texas Rangers Insider Jared Sandler joins the Nation to talk Rangers acquisition of All-Star left-hander MacKenzie Gore full 710 Sat, 24 Jan 2026 00:12:42 +0000 y7ErBWzN25v3Iw6jN7Tktt9qjdUndEzA mlb,texas rangers,sports GBag Nation mlb,texas rangers,sports Texas Rangers Insider Jared Sandler joins the Nation to talk Rangers acquisition of All-Star left-hander MacKenzie Gore The G-Bag Nation - Weekdays 10am-3pm 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Sports False

Sole Material kicks off the New Year with another clarity over popularity episode showcasing bargain finds from discount and outlet retailers during the Winter 2025-26 season.

You’re meeting us at a ‘very Chinese time in our lives’ and today’s episode is no exception — it’s all about China. First, Oz explains China’s attempt to claw a Singaporean AI company, Manus, back from Meta. And why Chinese customs are rejecting NVIDIA H200 chips. Is China fighting back? Then, Karah fills us in on why everyone on TikTok is saying they are Chinese. Finally, humans fold laundry for hours while humanoid robots just watch, TikTok launches a new app for microdramas and Silicon Valley is hiring ‘cracked’ engineers. Additional Reading: China Is Investigating Meta’s Acquisition of the AI Start-Up Manus | The New York Times China blocks Nvidia H200 AI chips that US government cleared for export | The Guardian TikTok Shows Americans In Their ‘Chinese Era’ of Health Habits | Bloomberg In Chinese data factories, workers teach humanoid robots boring tasks | Rest Of World TikTok quietly launches a microdrama app called 'PineDrama' | TechCrunch Forget Vibe Coders: ‘Cracked Engineers’ Are All the Rage in Tech | The Information See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Capital One's (COF) earnings miss and acquisition of fintech firm Brex have shares under pressure to end the trading week. Diane King Hall helps investors break down the latest quarterly report. On a positive note, TD Cowen upgraded Fortinet (FTNT) as it sees AI tailwinds for the company. Spotify (SPOT) got an upgrade and price target hike from Goldman Sachs following a months-long sell-off. ======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day.Subscribe 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

Kelli Valade has found a new job shortly after Denny's sale was finalized. McDonald's and Taco Bell both have new sauces. And Nathan's Famous has been acquired by a pork processor.

In this episode of Talk Fantasy To Me, Kyle dives into the latest developments in the entertainment industry, focusing on Netflix's acquisition of Warner Bros. and the implications for Hollywood. The discussion covers the potential impact on consumer choice, the future of theatrical releases, and the role of AI in content creation. Kyle also explores Paramount's counter-offer and the broader industry dynamics at play.   Takeaways Netflix's acquisition of Warner Bros. could reshape Hollywood. Paramount's counter-offer adds complexity to the deal. AI's role in content creation is expanding. The future of theatrical releases is uncertain. Consumer choice may be impacted by media consolidation. The entertainment industry is at a crossroads. Regulatory scrutiny is expected for the Netflix deal. Paramount's all-cash offer is seen as superior by some. The merger could lead to significant industry changes. Hollywood's traditional model is being challenged.   Sound bites "Netflix's acquisition could reshape Hollywood." "Paramount's offer adds complexity." "AI is changing content creation." "The future of theaters is uncertain." "Consumer choice is at risk." "Hollywood is at a crossroads." "Regulatory scrutiny is expected." "Paramount's offer is seen as superior." "The merger could change the industry." "Hollywood's model is challenged."   Chapters 00:00:00 Introduction to the Episode 00:03:00 Netflix's Acquisition of Warner Bros. 00:09:00 Paramount's Counter-Offer 00:15:00 AI's Role in Content Creation 00:21:00 Impact on Theatrical Releases 00:27:00 Consumer Choice and Media Consolidation 00:33:00 Regulatory Scrutiny and Industry Changes 00:39:00 Conclusion and Future Outlook    

Jacob VosWinkel searched in tertiary markets to find a successful flooring store, his platform to build something big.Register for the webinar:What You're Really Paying: Net Working Capital & Net Debt Explained - TODAY!! - https://bit.ly/49WI4AoTopics in Jacob's interview:Recommending markets of 50k-100k peopleScraping BizBuySell listingsReaching out to 200 potential investorsRaising $1 million equity in 2 weeksAdvantages/disadvantages of searching under 30Moving across the country for the transitionFlying home on weekendsGrowing to reduce customer concentrationHis responsibility to employeesGrowing 50% in 2 yearsReferences and how to contact Jacob:Jacob's YouTube channelFloors GaloreLinkedInJordan Dubin on Acquiring Minds: First Acquisition in March, $200m by Year EndLearn more about Walker Deibel's done-with-you buy-side advisory:The Acquisition LabGet a complimentary IT audit of your target business:Email Nick Akers at nick@inzotechnologies.com, and tell him you're a searcherDownload 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 RohozovProduced by Pam Cameron

Welcome back to The SaaS CFO Podcast! In this episode, we're excited to welcome Nicolas Christiaen, CEO and co-founder of Donna, the AI assistant revolutionizing the lives of field sales teams. Ben Murray sits down with Nicolas Christiaen (introduced as Nicolas in the episode) to dive into Donna's journey from inception in late 2023 to its rapid growth and latest $5 million seed round. You'll hear how Donna leverages AI to boost sales rep productivity, seamlessly integrates with CRMs, and is gaining traction across verticals like medical devices, CPG, manufacturing, and insurance. Nicolas Christiaen reveals their data-driven approach to finding ideal customer segments, lessons learned from fast-paced fundraising, and why partnerships with global consulting firms like Deloitte and PwC are fueling their go-to-market strategy. If you're keen to learn about what's driving growth for AI-powered SaaS, how to balance vertical focus, and why healthy SaaS margins are still possible with AI, this conversation is packed with insights you won't want to miss. Tune in to find out how Donna is scaling up in 2026 and what's next for this ambitious SaaS startup! Show Notes: 00:00 "Sales, Efficiency, and Acquisition" 05:05 "Adapting AI for Industry Needs" 06:45 "24/7 AI Assistant Support" 10:14 "Global Launch Leads to Growth" 14:59 "Early Success with Partners" 19:18 "Outbound Strategy with Multi-Channel Approach" 22:08 AI Costs Will Decrease Over Time 23:50 AI Companies Will Streamline Operations Links: Nicolas Christiaen's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolaschristiaen/ Donna's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/donna-by-dealside Donna's Website: https://www.askdonna.com/ To learn more about Ben check out the links below: Subscribe to Ben's daily metrics newsletter: https://saasmetricsschool.beehiiv.com/subscribe Subscribe to Ben's SaaS newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/df1db6bf8bca/the-saas-cfo-sign-up-landing-page SaaS Metrics courses here: https://www.thesaasacademy.com/ Join Ben's SaaS community here: https://www.thesaasacademy.com/offers/ivNjwYDx/checkout Follow Ben on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benrmurray

The Transformation Ground Control podcast covers a number of topics important to digital and business transformation. This episode covers the following topics and interviews:   Accenture's Acquisition of Faculty, Q&A (Darian Chwialkowski, Third Stage Consulting) How Mid-Market ERP Systems Are at a Crossroads (Jose Gomez, IT leader at Stephen Gould and founder of EpiUsers.help & Kerrie Jordan, Epicor) Are SAP's Days As Market Leader Over? We also cover a number of other relevant topics related to digital and business transformation throughout the show.  

Next-generation induced proximity technologies are coming of age after a decade of industry focus on PROTACs. On the latest BioCentury This Week podcast, BioCentury's analysts discuss Senior Biopharma Analyst Danielle Golovin's four-part analysis of how next-generation targeting chimeras (TACs) are evolving. The analysts assess the $2.2 billion takeout of Rapt Therapeutics by GSK, which gave the pharma an allergy asset that the biotech sourced in China in 2024, and movement in Washington on priority review vouchers, NIH's budget and the White House's “most favored nation” drug pricing policy. The analysts also discuss takeaways from their meetings on the sidelines of the J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference.View full story: https://www.biocentury.com/article/658112#InducedProximity #TargetingChimeras #BiotechMA #DrugPricingPolicy #JPMHealthcare00:00 - Introduction 03:17 - JPM Highlights09:17 - GSK's Acquisition of RAPT14:46 - Next-Generation Targeting Chimeras21:41 - MFN and Pediatric PRVsTo submit a question to BioCentury's editors, email the BioCentury This Week team at podcasts@biocentury.com.Reach us by sending a text

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Episode 2: The Trial Series Is being a stowaway a crime in Starfleet? Why didn't Kirk break out McCoy immediately? Has humanity changed since the Salem Witch Trials? Who is Asmodeus? Should Lucian have joined the Enterprise for year five? Join Ashlyn and Rhianna as we discuss the Trial episodes in The Animated Series! This is the second episode of our Trial Series, where Ashlyn and Rhianna talk about the Trial episodes of every Star Trek show. SPOILER WARNING: TAS trial episodes Next time, we'll head to the passionate and groundbreaking trials seen in the Next Generation. DISCLAIMER: We do not own any of the rights to Star Trek or its affiliations. This content is for review only. Our intro and outro is by Jerry Goldsmith. Rule of Acquisition #74: “Knowledge equals profit.” Please check out our Patreon and donate any $1, $6, $10, or $20 per month to access exclusive episodes of trivia, documentary review, and reviews of every episode of The Animated Series, Lower Decks and the Short Treks, plus our mini-series. Head to https://www.patreon.com/thedurassisterspodcast for all this and more!

In part two of this conversation, Dr. Arun Seraphin is joined again by HON. David Berteau to examine how Defense Acquisition and Acquisition Reform in the Defense Industry evolved after the end of the Cold War. Berteau reflects on why Defense Acquisition Reform has remained a persistent challenge and highlights the need for a balanced approach that weighs both mission success and financial outcomes across the Defense Industry.The conversation explores how Defense Acquisition challenges unfolded over time, beginning with post–Cold War budget drawdowns that accelerated consolidation within the Defense Industry. It then examines the 1990s rise of commercial technology, driven in part by new legislation such as the Federal Acquisition Streamlining Act (FASA) and the Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA).David and Arun connect these Acquisition Reform efforts of the 1990s to today's challenges by discussing how the Defense Industry can integrate commercial technology at speed, better align requirements with budgets and programs, and navigate Congress's evolving role in Defense Acquisition. The discussion offers insight into what effective Defense Acquisition Reform could look like today amid near-peer competition and rapid technological change.Be sure to follow us on social media for updates, early access to upcoming events, inside scoops, & more:LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/4htROo0Twitter: https://bit.ly/48LHAx3Facebook: https://bit.ly/47vlht8And for more podcasts, articles, & publications all things emerging tech, check out our website at: https://bit.ly/47oA5K1#EmergingTech #EmergingTechETI #DefenseAcquisition #AcquisitionReform #FARA #FASA 

What happens when high performers ignore their body, suppress vulnerability, and power through for too long?In this episode of The Mark Divine Show, entrepreneur and author Melissa Gonzalez shares the pivotal moment that forced her to rethink leadership, success, and wellbeing. After years on Wall Street and building fast-growing companies, her body finally demanded attention—triggering a profound shift in how she leads, lives, and listens.This conversation explores:-Why high achievers ignore early warning signs until crisis hits-The hidden cost of “powering through” in leadership and life-How intuition and vulnerability become leadership advantages—not liabilities-Why slowing down actually increases clarity, impact, and performance-How purpose isn't something you do—but something you embodyMelissa breaks down the lessons behind her book The Purpose Pivot, revealing how leaders—especially women—can build sustainable success without sacrificing their health, family, or identity.If you're leading at a high level but feeling disconnected, depleted, or stuck in constant output mode, this episode will challenge how you define strength—and show you a better way forward.Join the Community & Go Deeper

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Click Here to Get All Podcast Show Notes!We've all read endless lists of predictions—what's trending, what's coming next, and what to watch out for. But what good are these predictions if they don't provide a roadmap for success? In this episode, Sharran breaks down his viral post on predictions for 2026 and gives you the tools to turn those ideas into actionable strategies. You don't need to agree with every prediction, but Sharran's goal is simple: To give you an unfair advantage. Whether you're building your personal brand, making smarter investments, or positioning your business for growth, this episode will help you think ahead, just like Wayne Gretzky skating to where the puck is going.If you want to stay ahead of the curve, the key question isn't, “What's next?”—it's, “What will you do if this is true?”“Predictions are predictions. They're not about certainty; they're not a law. They're not truth. Thereby just saying, hey, if this were to be true, how would I position myself right now?”- Sharran SrivatsaaTimestamps:01:41 - Why predictions are useless if you don't act on them03:25 - The power of defaults and behavior03:52 - Google Gemini and the future of AI05:45 - Attention does not spread evenly09:08 - Why hyperlocal content is making a massive comeback11:21 - The importance of distribution over product12:48 - The return of boring business models14:35 - How AI can help you grow your business15:49 - Why entertainment and personality are key to content creation17:06 - Big winners get bigger over timeResources:- The Next Billion by Sharran Srivatsaa - https://sharransrivatsaa.substack.com/- Acquisition.com - https://www.acquisition.com/- Board Member: ARC Multifamily Real Estate Investing - https://arcmf.com/- Board Member: The Real Brokerage - https://www.joinreal.com/Connect with Sharran:- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/likesharran- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sharransrivatsaa/- X - https://x.com/sharran- LinkedIn - http://www.linkedin.com/in/sharran-

Send us a textEnterprise software vendors are tightening execution around AI enablement, workflow depth, and operational recovery rather than pursuing broad platform reinvention. Acquisition activity—from Sage moving to acquire Fyle, to SYSPRO acquiring DATASCOPE, Zendesk completing its acquisition of HyperArc, and Contentsquare acquiring Loris AI—signals a continued emphasis on capability-led expansion tightly aligned to core use cases. In parallel, AI product announcements from NetSuite, Sage Intacct, Zoho, and Zendesk emphasize connectors, agents, and embedded intelligence designed to improve productivity within existing workflows rather than displace them. Finally, the case of AAON underscores the operational reality behind these trends: ERP value is ultimately realized not through announcements or AI features alone, but through disciplined execution, stabilization, and long-term operational turnarounds—particularly in complex manufacturing environments where recovery often matters more than rapid transformation.In today's episode, we invited a panel of industry analysts for a live discussion on LinkedIn to analyze current enterprise software stories. We covered many grounds including the direction and roadmaps of each enterprise software vendors. Finally, we analyzed future trends and how they might shape the enterprise software industry.Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uOdEBRue0MMQuestions for Panelists?

Six years ago, Kate Morgan walked away from the sale of her business just days before closing. Since then, she's endured some rough stretches, fighting through the pandemic and a slump in the software sector where many of her clients live. She's managed to stay profitable, and she sees lots of opportunity ahead, but the grind has worn her down. After years of pushing, adapting, and holding on, she says she's had enough. She believes a strategic sale makes the most sense, and she's working her network to find the right buyer. This week, she talks through her plan with David C. Barnett and Ted Wolf, two owners who—unlike most—have actually sold businesses and lived with the consequences. They push Kate to think carefully about her options and the pitfalls that trip up so many owners.Plus: One reason Kate is ready to sell is that she's recently published a book, and she'd like to devote more time and energy to accepting speaking opportunities. As it happens, Ted has written two books that he's trying to figure out how to get published. Kate and David compare notes on the very different paths they've taken—David self-publishing through Amazon, Kate paying a big fee to work with Forbes Books. Both are quite happy with the choices they made.

Welcome back to the Alt Goes Mainstream podcast.Today's episode brings us to the apex of the wealth channel. We sat down in Goldman Sachs' HQ at 200 West with Sara Naison-Tarajano, a Partner and Global Head of Private Wealth Management Capital Markets and Global Head of Goldman Sachs Apex Family Office Coverage. Sara is also responsible for the One Goldman Sachs Family Office initiative in the Americas.Sara has been at Goldman Sachs for over 26 years, where she's worked in a number of roles across the firm, equipping her with a multi-disciplinary background that is brought to bear in her current role leading a global platform that delivers multi-asset investing, financing, and direct investment opportunities to some of the world's largest family offices. Goldman Sachs Apex Family Office Coverage now serves more than 600 family offices across the globe.Sara and I had a fascinating discussion about the growing intersection between private markets and private wealth and what some of the wealth channel's largest investors find interesting and differentiated in private markets. We covered:How Sara expected to spend one year at Goldman and it turned into 26 years at the firm.How her background in derivatives structuring in public markets has helped her approach private markets – and what investors in private markets can learn from being exposed to public markets.Why Sara decided to create Goldman Sachs Apex to build a dedicated group to help large family offices invest directly into private markets.How Apex is related to Goldman's “One Goldman Sachs” initiative.How the power of the platform helps to differentiate Goldman's wealth management business.What lessons the wealth channel can learn from how the UHNW and billionaire family office segment approaches private markets.Takeaways from the Goldman Sachs Family Office Insights Report.How the wealth channel can engage the next generation clients and how private markets play a role in reaching the next gen.Thanks Sara for coming on the Alt Goes Mainstream podcast to share your expertise and wisdom on private markets and working with the wealth channel.Show Notes00:00 Introduction: 26 Years at Goldman Sachs00:59 Welcome to the Alt Goes Mainstream Podcast01:05 Meet Sara Naison-Tarajano03:07 Sara's Career Path04:51 Intellectual Curiosity in Finance05:29 The Role of Derivatives06:59 Transition to Wealth Management07:51 Goldman's Culture of Creativity08:48 The Birth of Apex09:12 Why Apex?10:48 Serving Family Offices11:25 The Apex Model12:46 Early Days of Apex14:09 Family Offices and Direct Deals16:12 The Growing Role of Family Offices19:56 Misconceptions About Family Offices23:26 Engaging the Next Generation34:29 Liquidity in Private Markets34:41 Decline in Public Companies34:52 Access to Capital in Private Markets35:14 Emerging Trends in Private Markets35:36 Focus on Secondaries36:02 Family Offices and Secondaries38:19 Goldman's Secondary Market38:56 Goldman's Acquisition of Industry Ventures39:55 Family Offices' Investment Strategies40:14 US vs Global Family Offices40:38 Private Markets and Inflation42:42 Advice for Wealth Channel Investors43:02 Illiquidity Premium in Private Markets43:56 Importance of Vintaging44:28 Evergreen Funds vs Drawdown Funds47:22 International Family Offices49:27 Geopolitical Concerns and Investments52:55 Mega Trends in Investing54:15 Infrastructure and AI56:16 Simple Wealth Management Strategies58:57 Private Credit and Fixed Income01:00:48 Risks in Private Markets01:02:22 Future of Apex and Wealth ManagementEditing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant.

EPISODE 343 - Clark and Hyung start the show by talking about the holy grail of baseball cards that will be up for auction this week – the Honus Wagner T206 as shown on the King Of Collectibles, Season 3. Bidding starts at $1M. For Hobby Headlines, the guys then talk about the Athletic article on the latest PSA news from Ryan Hoge himself. That includes the Beckett Grading acquisition, SGC investment, and how Collectors Holdings is looking to streamline certain processes (ie. on eBay.)Then they play a fun round of Over/Under before ending the episode with their regular weekly segment called "Pick 1."--------------------------CONNECT WITH US!Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@cardstothemoon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@fivecardguys⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Clark) | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@yntegritysportscards⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Hyung) | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@tradeyouatrecess⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (John)Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://fivecardguys.com/podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Daily Auctions (w/ affiliate links): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://fivecardguys.com/dailyauctions⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠If you have any questions about the hobby that you would like addressed, email us at hello@fivecardguys.com or DM us on Instagram at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@cardstothemoon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@fivecardguys⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

LotTalk hosts Chris Keene and Renaldo Leonard sit down with Frank Knox, AutoAcquire AI founder and former CarMax executive, to discuss winning acquisition strategies for 2026. Learn why data and discipline beat gut-feel buying, how to leverage scarcity over market day supply, and why all acquisition channels work when you have the right approach. Frank shares the CARS framework (Clarity, Accountability, Results, Standards) and explains why winning 30% of appraisals should be your baseline. If you're struggling to stock your lot with profitable inventory in today's tight market, this episode delivers actionable strategies you can implement immediately.

Gaius and Germanicus convene in winter Londinium to debate the American Emperor Trump's bold proposal to purchase Greenland from Denmark, framing this ambition not as mere resource acquisition but as a demonstration of imperial authority in the manner of ancient conquerors. Germanicus argues that NATO's opposition to the scheme reveals deep fractures within the alliance, fractures the Emperor exploits through tariffs and economic coercion to enforce obedience among vassal states. The strategic calculus centers on the "GIUK gap"—the naval chokepoint between Greenland, Iceland, and the United Kingdom—and the opening Arctic passages as polar ice recedes and Chineseambitions expand northward, circumstances they compare to World War II-era occupations designed to protect the Western Hemisphere from hostile powers. Germanicus posits that purchasing Greenland serves primarily as ritualistic display, for the Empire cannot presently risk actual war with major rivals like China or Russia, and must therefore project dominance through economic might and symbolic victories. The debaters conclude that while Denmark publicly resists, a face-saving "condominium arrangement" represents the most likely resolution, permitting the United States to maintain its status as dominant world power through the instruments of economic pressure and theatrical triumph rather than the spilling of legionary blood.1899 GREENLAND

George Stern leaned into changing consumer search habits when he bought a digital marketing agency doing mid-7 figures.Register for the webinars: Which Franchise Industries Make Sense in 2026? - TOMORROW!! - https://bit.ly/4jQCN0UWhat You're Really Paying: Net Working Capital & Net Debt Explained - Jan 22nd - https://bit.ly/49mgU5YTopics in George's interview:Turning around an Amazon seller's agencyAcquiring 2 small ecommerce businessesLoving the customers more than the productSelling his camping equipment businessAcquiring an SEO agencyExtreme difficulty getting a loanBig banks aren't always betterChoosing cold calling despite challengesIndustry knowledge is overratedBeing a “recovering, type-A control freak”References and how to contact George:LinkedInGrant and Julia Hensel on Acquiring Minds: Quitting Consulting to Buy a $1m SDE AgencyWork 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 RohozovProduced by Pam Cameron

This week on The GovNavigators Show, Robert and Adam sit down with Jon Stehle, Director of Intergovernmental Partnerships at the Association of Government Accountants (AGA), for a discussion on the intersection of federal, state, and local government.A former four-term Fairfax City Council member, Jon reflects on lessons learned from local office; why strategic planning matters, how regional collaboration actually works, and why many of the services people rely on are funded far beyond their own city hall. He explains how AGA helps connect practitioners across jurisdictions, from sharing best practices through citizen-centric reporting to building the next generation of government financial managers. Jon also digs into timely issues like improper payments and fraud, the importance of clear definitions and accountability, and what state and local leaders are feeling as policies and funding priorities shift in Washington.Can't get enough of Jon and AGA? Keep an eye out for their upcoming events, including AGA's National Leadership Training and the return of its Professional Development Training conference to Washington, DC.Show Notes:House Oversight Federal Fraud HearingAGA's CGFM CertificationAGA Professional Development Training 2026What's on the GovNavigators Radar:Jan 21: Scoop News Group's SNG Live: Government Efficiency Jan 27: ACT-IAC's Acquisition and Innovation ForumFeb 5: Adobe's Government ForumFeb 18-19: AGA's NLTFeb 24: State of the Union Address

SEASON: 6 EPISODE: 9Episode Overview:Welcome back to Becoming Preferred, the podcast where we help you become preferred in the markets you serve. If you thought the flower business was quaint, slow, or low-tech, get ready for a wake-up call. Our guest today is Michael Jacobson, CEO of French Florist. He didn't just take over an old business; he engineered a dramatic transformation. Starting from a struggling $600,000 operation, he built a high-performance franchise model that now generates millions in annual revenue and triples the profitability of traditional flower shops. Michael's mastery is the fusion of timeless artistry with modern operational technology.In this episode, Michael is going to share his framework on how to spot a broken business model ready for 10x growth and how to design a high-tech performance franchise that protects quality while maximizing margins.If you're ready to learn how to apply disruptive tech and scalable systems to any industry, old or new, you've come to the right place. Join me for my conversation with Michael Jacobson.Guest Bio: What's possible in one of the world's oldest industries. Under Michael Jacobson's leadership, French Florist has transformed the traditional flower shop model by putting technology, innovation, and operational excellence at the heart of its franchise system. The results speak for themselves: French Florist franchise locations generate triple the revenue of standard flower shops—while operating at higher margins.With a career spanning entrepreneurship, investment, and leadership, Michael is passionate about helping the next generation of business owners succeed through entrepreneurship through acquisition (ETA). He brings a fresh perspective to how small business ownership can be reinvented for the modern age, leveraging digital tools, streamlined operations, and strong brand strategy to unlock sustainable growth.Michael's mission is simple: to empower franchise owners with a proven system that blends timeless beauty with cutting-edge innovation. Whether speaking about the future of franchising, how technology reshapes consumer-facing industries, or why flowers are a surprisingly powerful business opportunity, Michael shares candid insights that inspire entrepreneurs to think bigger and build smarter.Resource Links:Website: https://www.frenchflorist.comProduct Link: https://frenchfloristfranchise.com/Insight Gold Timestamps:03:53 I found that intersection between how to live a purposeful life and a life full of intentionality09:08 We're in the business of love10:02 You've coined a phrase, entrepreneurship through acquisition and creative playbook12:27 We want to build something for the world that's kind of fun and cool19:33 It was really cool, just solving actual real pain points20:01 The root of everything is how do we enhance the client experience?25:16 As a franchisor, our primary responsibility is creating a community of owners26:49 95% of startups fail27:43 What I look for is what's your why?29:23 How do you avoid getting distracted by shiny objects?30:35 Saying no is more important than saying yes31:39 Tom Peters, who's the management guru, who wrote In Search of Excellence34:56 What we want to do from a feelings...

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