Acquiring Minds

Most first-timers shy away from buying across borders. Not Christi Loucks, whose Canadian acquisition did $550k of SDE. Topics in Christi’s interview: References and how to contact Christi: LinkedInRevenue AcceleratorNeil BeardenGet a complementary pre-acquisition HR & PEO review for your target business: mark@aspenhr.comvisit Aspen HRGet complimentary due diligence on your acquisition's insurance & benefits program: Oberle Risk Strategies - Search Fund TeamConnect with Acquiring Minds: YouTube channelWill Smith on LinkedInWill on Twitter

Get $200 off your ticket to the M&A Launchpad Conference in Houston on May 11th: https://www.malaunchpad.com Garth Fasano searched part time for 5 years before finding a target with very sticky revenue & great business-buyer fit. Topics in Garth’s interview: References and how to contact Garth: LinkedInTop Dog Sales CenterLearn more about Walker Deibel's done-with-you buy-side advisory: The Acquisition LabWork with an SBA broker who focuses exclusively on helping entrepreneurs buy businesses: Matthias Smith of Pioneer Capital AdvisoryConnect with Acquiring Minds: YouTube channelWill Smith on LinkedInWill on Twitter

Robert Graham & Aaron Blick's first acquisition did $1.2m SDE. Four years later, their roll-up generates $15m in EBITDA. Topics in Robert & Aaron’s interview: References and how to contact Robert & Aaron: Home Care Business: How to Buy and 2x an AgencyTaking the Plunge into Extreme OwnershipRobert Graham LinkedInAaron Blick LinkedInRobert Graham TwitterPillar Health GroupSIG PartnersGet a complementary pre-acquisition HR & PEO review for your target business: mark@aspenhr.comvisit Aspen HRWork with an SBA broker who focuses exclusively on helping entrepreneurs buy businesses: Matthias Smith of Pioneer Capital AdvisoryConnect with Acquiring Minds: YouTube channelWill Smith on LinkedInWill on Twitter

Get $200 off your ticket to the M&A Launchpad Conference in Houston on May 11th: https://www.malaunchpad.com John Murphy pushed through divorce, $500k debt, and a bad broken deal to finally buy a 60-year-old business doing $8m. Topics in John’s interview: References and how to contact John: LinkedInDave Cole DecoratorsLearn 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: YouTube channelWill Smith on LinkedInWill on Twitter

Reid Tileston bought a business that relied on $800k trucks, capex he came to love for the fat margins they produced. Topics in Reid’s interview: References and how to contact Reid: LinkedInTwitterGrit It Done by Reid TilestonWork with an SBA broker who focuses exclusively on helping entrepreneurs buy businesses: Matthias Smith of Pioneer Capital AdvisoryLearn more about Walker Deibel's done-with-you buy-side advisory: The Acquisition LabConnect with Acquiring Minds: YouTube channelWill Smith on LinkedInWill on Twitter

Get $200 off your ticket to the M&A Launchpad Conference in Houston on May 11th: https://www.malaunchpad.com Rafael Quinn shares the story & principles behind buying 3 businesses in Panama then raising $28m to buy more in the US. Topics in Rafael's interview: References and how to contact Guest: TwitterLinkedInAthens PizzaHickory ParkAlternative HoldingsGet a complementary pre-acquisition HR & PEO review for your target business: mark@aspenhr.comvisit Aspen HRGet complimentary due diligence on your acquisition's insurance & benefits program: Oberle Risk Strategies - Search Fund TeamConnect with Acquiring Minds: YouTube channelWill Smith on LinkedInWill on Twitter

The construction services business Christian Bateson bought will do $7.5m in 2024. It also rescued him from the depths. Topics in Christian’s interview: References and how to contact Christian: LinkedInResolute ServicesWork with an SBA broker who focuses exclusively on helping entrepreneurs buy businesses: Matthias Smith of Pioneer Capital AdvisoryGet complimentary due diligence on your acquisition's insurance & benefits program: Oberle Risk Strategies - Search Fund TeamConnect with Acquiring Minds: YouTube channelWill Smith on LinkedInWill on Twitter

Get $200 off your ticket to the M&A Launchpad Conference in Houston on May 11th: https://www.malaunchpad.com Patrick Norris bought a small trash business doing $625k. Five years later and 4.5x bigger, a strategic got interested. Topics in Patrick’s interview: References and how to contact Patrick: LinkedInGet a complementary pre-acquisition HR & PEO review for your target business: mark@aspenhr.comvisit Aspen HRLearn more about Walker Deibel's done-with-you buy-side advisory: The Acquisition LabConnect with Acquiring Minds: YouTube channelWill Smith on LinkedInWill on Twitter

Only after Matt Jackson bought a roofing business in the hurricane state did he realize just how big the opportunity is. Topics in Matt’s interview: References and how to contact Matt: LinkedInUSI RoofingThe MLS-style site with for-sale businesses in FloridaLearn 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: YouTube channelWill Smith on LinkedInWill on Twitter

Get $200 off your ticket to the M&A Launchpad Conference in Houston on May 11th: https://www.malaunchpad.com At age 63, Maurice Thomas wasn't ready to retire, so he bought an electrical contractor with $1m in earnings instead. Topics in Maurice’s interview: References and how to contact Maurice: LinkedInMain Line ElectricalWork with an SBA broker who focuses exclusively on helping entrepreneurs buy businesses: Matthias Smith of Pioneer Capital AdvisoryGet a complementary pre-acquisition HR & PEO review for your target business: mark@aspenhr.comvisit Aspen HRConnect with Acquiring Minds: YouTube channelWill Smith on LinkedInWill on Twitter

How Andrew Stordeur bought a 25-year-old furniture manufacturer in Alberta without having to use any of his own capital. Topics in Andrew’s interview: References and how to contact Andrew: LinkedInTwitterAll Things CedarVillage WellthLearn 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: YouTube channelWill Smith on LinkedInWill on Twitter

Register here for the webinar, Working Capital 101 https://bit.ly/3IGEZWQGet $200 off your ticket to the M&A Launchpad Conference in Houston on May 11th: https://www.malaunchpad.com Stephen Olmon & Collin Trimble set out to roll up the alarm industry in Texas. Alarm Masters is their first acquisition. Topics in Stephen and Collin’s interview: References and how to contact Stephen and Collin: Stephen Olmon TwitterStephen Olmon LinkedInCollin Trimble TwitterCollin Trimble LinkedInAlarm MastersWork with an SBA broker who focuses exclusively on helping entrepreneurs buy businesses: Matthias Smith of Pioneer Capital AdvisoryGet a complementary pre-acquisition HR & PEO review for your target business: mark@aspenhr.comvisit Aspen HRConnect with Acquiring Minds: YouTube channelWill Smith on LinkedInWill on Twitter

Register here for the webinar, Working Capital 101 https://bit.ly/3veZaYP Alan Lochridge left a career in consulting to buy a 20-year-old $5.5m hardscaping contractor with strong fundamentals. Topics in Alan’s interview: References and how to contact Alan: LinkedInThe Stone ManGet a complementary pre-acquisition HR & PEO review for your target business: mark@aspenhr.comvisit Aspen HRLearn more about Walker Deibel's done-with-you buy-side advisory: The Acquisition LabConnect with Acquiring Minds: YouTube channelWill Smith on LinkedInWill on Twitter

Register here for the webinar, Working Capital 101 https://bit.ly/3IFObuBGet $200 off your ticket to the M&A Launchpad Conference in Houston on May 11th: https://www.malaunchpad.com Despite an overwhelming transition, today Dan Tagliatela has 17x'd his initial investment and delegated the day-to-day. Topics in Dan’s interview: References and how to contact Dan: LinkedInCompetitive Strategy by Michael PorterCompetitive Advantage by Michael PorterGet complimentary due diligence on your acquisition's insurance & benefits program: Oberle Risk Strategies - Search Fund TeamWork with an SBA broker who focuses exclusively on helping entrepreneurs buy businesses: Matthias Smith of Pioneer Capital AdvisoryConnect with Acquiring Minds: YouTube channelWill Smith on LinkedInWill on Twitter

John Wilson bought & grew a very small plumbing business 26x over the last 7 years, and today has plans to reach $100m. Topics in John’s interview: References and how to contact John: Owned and OperatedThe Wilson CompaniesTwitterJohn’s tweet thread breaking down homes services businessCertainPathWork with an SBA broker who focuses exclusively on helping entrepreneurs buy businesses: Matthias Smith of Pioneer Capital AdvisoryLearn more about Walker Deibel's done-with-you buy-side advisory: The Acquisition LabConnect with Acquiring Minds: YouTube channelWill Smith on LinkedInWill on Twitter

Get $200 off your ticket to the M&A Launchpad Conference in Houston on May 11th: https://www.malaunchpad.com Danny Fields & Steve Reis bought a decades-old utility supplier seemingly ripe for growth. It was harder than it looked. Topics in Danny and Steve’s interview: References and how to contact Danny & Steve: Danny Fields' LinkedInSteve Reis' LinkedInHolland Supply CompanyGet a complementary pre-acquisition HR & PEO review for your target business: visit Aspen HRGet complimentary due diligence on your acquisition's insurance & benefits program: Oberle Risk Strategies - Search Fund TeamConnect with Acquiring Minds: YouTube channelWill Smith on LinkedInWill on Twitter

SBA lender Chad Fondriest got the itch to get in the game himself & bought a couple's hobby business doing just $150k. Topics in Chad’s interview: References and how to contact Chad: Darby Creek TradingTwitterLinkedInGet a complementary pre-acquisition HR & PEO review for your target business: visit Aspen HRGet complimentary due diligence on your acquisition's insurance & benefits program: Oberle Risk Strategies - Search Fund TeamConnect with Acquiring Minds: YouTube channelWill Smith on LinkedInWill on Twitter

Get $200 off your ticket to the M&A Launchpad Conference in Houston on May 11th: https://www.malaunchpad.com Tato Corcoran packed a lifetime of learning (and tears) into 18 months when she left tech & bought a tiny manufacturer. Topics in Tato’s interview: References and how to contact Tato: LinkedInThe direct mail piece Tato used to reach business ownersLearn more about Walker Deibel's done-with-you buy-side advisory: The Acquisition LabWork with an SBA broker who focuses exclusively on helping entrepreneurs buy businesses: Matthias Smith of Pioneer Capital AdvisoryConnect with Acquiring Minds: YouTube channelWill Smith on LinkedInWill on Twitter

14 months ago, Russ Hadlock bought an auto glass business with $2.3m in sales. Today he is struggling to keep it alive. Topics in Russ’s interview: References and how to contact Russ: TwitterLinkedInAutoGlass Clinic & Mobile RadioGet complimentary due diligence on your acquisition's insurance & benefits program: Oberle Risk Strategies - Search Fund TeamBook your free tax strategy session for business buyers today: Steed - book your free sessionConnect with Acquiring Minds: YouTube channelWill Smith on LinkedInWill on Twitter

Ben Rizzo bought an unprofitable, 4th-generation elevator business then stabilized, doubled, and sold it within 2 years. Topics in Ben’s interview: References and how to contact Ben: Hartwood PointLinkedInGet a complementary pre-acquisition HR & PEO review for your target business: visit Aspen HRLearn more about Walker Deibel's done-with-you buy-side advisory: The Acquisition LabConnect with Acquiring Minds: YouTube channelWill Smith on LinkedInWill on Twitter