From Solo Practitioner to Successful Entrepreneur: A Story of Grit and Adaptability

About the Episode

In this episode of M&A Talk, Marc Beginin shares his rollercoaster entrepreneurial journey. In early 2020, he was poised to sell his company for $80 million, but the COVID-19 pandemic abruptly halted the deal. Undeterred, Marc navigated through a series of challenges, including a merger, an acquisition, and a costly oversight on the other party’s side. He reveals how these experiences ultimately led him to launch a brand-new business. Join Jacob and Marc as they discuss the resilience and adaptability required to thrive as an entrepreneur in the face of unexpected setbacks.

“Be nice to people on the way up, because you’re going to see them on the way down.”

Marc Beginin

What You’ll Learn

  • The importance of due diligence: Be cautious and thorough when conducting due diligence during mergers and acquisitions. Hidden liabilities can derail a deal.
  • Stand your ground: Maintain control and protect your interests as a founder and shareholder, even when facing pressure from other stakeholders.
  • Don’t give up: Persistence and hard work are key to entrepreneurial success.
  • The value of company culture: Treat your employees well and focus on building a strong company culture. This can give you a competitive advantage and help you weather difficult times.

Topics Covered

How important is focus and learning in entrepreneurship? [1:00]
How did you go from an $80 million deal to adapting to COVID? [5:58]
How do you go about merging two companies in the cannabis industry? [18:25]
What was the process for being acquired by a public company? [36:34]
What happens if you don’t have a non-compete clause? [42:50]
What happened when someone suggested a hostile takeover? [48:22]
What changes should we expect in the Cannabis industry? [57:54]

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Meet Our Guest

Marc Beginin

Marc Beginin

CEO, Prodigy Processing Solutions | Precision | Miami, Florida

Marc Beginin is the Founder and CEO of Prodigy Processing Solutions. He founded Precision Extraction Solutions with a $45,000 investment in 2014, growing it to $40 million in revenue by 2019, making it the largest player in the extraction equipment space. Following the strategic sale of Precision to Agrify Corporation for over $50 million, Marc launched Prodigy Processing Solutions, swiftly establishing it as an industry leader through innovative strategies and a focus on advanced technology.

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