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At M&A Talk, we bring you interviews with experts in private equity, business valuations, law, finance, and all topics related to M&A. Our past experts have included CEOs, authors, investment bankers, attorneys, CPAs, private equity partners, business appraisers, VC investors, and more.
M&A Advisor
You already know about independent sponsors and search funds, but the entrepreneurship through acquisition (ETA) trend is transforming the market. These buyers are sophisticated, well-funded entrepreneurs who buy businesses and…
Private Equity Operator
Finding a buyer for your business is only half the battle, and due diligence can feel like a daunting hurdle. This episode explores three major trends you can expect in…
Strategic Buyer
Did you know that you can sell your business without giving up your brand, your team, and your legacy? This episode introduces a unique type of buyer, one who invests…
Private Equity Operator
Ever wondered what goes on in a private investor’s mind when they’re evaluating your business? This episode takes you behind the curtain to get a buyer’s perspective on what truly…
M&A Advisor
It’s time to stop focusing on the day-to-day of your business and start thinking about how you want to exit in the future. This episode explores the mindset you need…
Strategic Buyer
Ever wondered what a buyer is really thinking when they evaluate your business? This episode takes you behind the scenes with a CEO who’s acquired 11 businesses. You’ll learn what…
Family Office Investor
Are you ready to grow your business fast before selling? This episode breaks down how growth equity can help you boost your company’s value and secure a much better business…
M&A Attorney
Selling a family business is a unique challenge that can present unexpected hurdles. This episode reveals the complexities you’ll face and gives you actionable advice on how to handle them.…
M&A Attorney | M&A Advisor
Don’t let integration problems shrink your payout. This episode guide you through merger integration, revealing how preparing before closing is the secret to a smooth, profitable exit. Learn to proactively…
Investment Banker
When a private equity firm buys your business, what happens if they don’t want to sell it before their fund ends? This episode dives into continuation vehicles, a tool firms…
Independent Sponsor
If you’re thinking about selling your business, you might attract an independent sponsor, a specialized buyer that operates differently from traditional private equity firms. This episode explores how independent sponsors…
M&A Attorney | Tax Specialist
Please note this show was recorded in May 2025, before changes were made to the QSBS regulations. Did you know that a tax benefit, the Qualified Small Business Stock (QSBS)…
Family Office Investor
Looking to supercharge your business and unlock its full potential? This episode reveals how growth equity can be the key to rapid expansion, even if you don’t think you need…
M&A Attorneys
One of the biggest mistakes you can make when selling your business is not negotiating the letter of intent (LOI). Join M&A Attorneys Mital Makadia and David Siegel while we…
CPA | Acquisitions Advisor
How can you build your business with the plan to sell it in the future? Join Saul Cohen, a CPA and acquisitions advisor, as we discuss how saleable businesses are…
Private Equity Operator
How much had you thought about what life will be like after you sell your business? Join serial entrepreneur and private equity operator Jim Evanger to learn about the life…
Search Funds Investor
Have you heard about Search Funds and wondered what sets them apart from other investment-based buyers? Join us and Abdel Rahim, a search fund investor, as we discuss the search…
CPA
Have you been wondering what the “Big Beautiful Bill Act” means for the sale of your business? Join returning guest Bill Weirsema as we discuss the changes that are designed…
Strategic Buyer | Seller | Seller
What is the most stressful part of selling your business? Join us as we discuss the recent acquisition of National Pavement Partners and the balance they had to strike between…
Financing Intermediary
Learn all about how the new SBA loan standard operation procedures will influence your sale. Steve Mariani, a financing intermediary, emphasized the importance of understanding these changes, particularly the equity…
Coach | Financial Advisor
What do buyers look for in a business, and how can you increase the value of your business by focusing on these areas? Join us as we discuss strategies for…
Entrepreneur | CEO | Private Equity | Real Estate Investor
Once you’ve sold your business, you need to think about how to best secure your future. John Paul Szita, an entrepreneur and real estate investor, suggests allocating at least one-third…
CFO
Wondering how to build an M&A team that will help you maximize your business’s value? In this episode, Dustin Williamson, CFO, discusses the importance of seeking good advice from experienced…
CEO of Martingale Cognac
Ever wondered what it’s like to raise capital in a Series A round? Listen to Guillaume Thomas, founder and CEO of Martingale Cognac, discuss his experience raising capital for his…
M&A Attorney
One of the biggest challenges of selling your business is figuring out when and how to tell your employees. Announcing too early or too late can create a lot of…
CPA
Half of business sales fail due to issues buyers uncover during financial due diligence, but being prepared for due diligence can lead to higher sale prices and a smoother transaction.…
Strategic Buyer
Are you prepared for the due diligence phase of selling your business? What sort of information will a strategic buyer want access to? In this episode, strategic buyer Michael Seitz…
Investment Banker
What happens when you and your partner have different ideas about your business’s sale? What if that business partner is also a family member? In this episode, we talk with…
M&A Advisor
What really makes a buyer take notice of a business? This episode delivers actionable steps to make your business irresistible to buyers and highlights what matters most to them. Guest…
Wealth Manager
How much money do you need to live the life you want after you sell your business? How can you make sure that you get it? Wealth manager Joe LoPresti…
401(k) Rollover
Did you know that you can use your retirement funds to buy a business? Jeremy Ames, co-founder and CEO of Guidant Financial, explains how individuals can invest in a business…
Food & Drug Attorney | F&B Law
When are you obligated to disclose information about your business to the buyer? In this episode, attorney Darshan Kulkarni emphasizes the need to understand risk and be transparent about material…
Private Equity | Investment Banker
What is happening in the world of corporate finance? How did we get where we are today and what does the future hold? Jeff Hooke returns to M&A Talk to…
Investment Banker
Do you know how an investment banker can help you sell your company? Do you know the questions to ask to find the right one to help close the transaction?…
CEO of Acquire.com
Take a look behind the curtain at how Acquire.com got started and how it’s changing the M&A marketplace. Andrew Gazdecki, CEO of Acquire.com, discusses his platform’s role in helping bootstrap…
Pricing Expert
How do you increase your company’s value? Is it as simple as raising prices? Pricing expert Mark Stiving explains how to explore the value that your product or services offer…
Accountant | Due Diligence Expert
How can preparing for due diligence help sell your company? Will being prepared actually help close the deal? Rosco Graves, an accountant and due diligence expert, shares his insights into…
Strategic Buyer
Industry roll-ups: What are they? How do they work? What’s in it for you, the business owner? Brandon Blewett, Head of M&A at Pave America, discusses what you can expect…
Private Equity Operator
When you’re considering selling your company, you want to get the most value for your business, right? Well, some exit paths are more lucrative than others. How can you determine…
Wealth Manager | Serial Entrepreneur | Strategic Buyer
Thinking of selling your company? What is your plan for the windfall of money you’ll get once you complete the sale? Wealth advisor Jason Gordo discusses seven points to keep…
Less than a third of businesses on the market actually change hands. So what does this mean for you? Think about it – with a significant amount of your wealth tied up in your business, planning your exit is one of the most critical decisions you’ll make.
For a business to sell for what it’s really worth – or even more – you need to properly prepare. But too many entrepreneurs put off planning the sale of their business until the last moment. Acquired will help you prepare your business for sale and walk you through the sales process, dodging the pitfalls along the way. Planning your exits is one of the most critical initiatives you’ll undertake. Don’t go it alone.
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