How Acquire.com is Transforming Tech Startup Acquisitions

About the Episode

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 SaaS startups be acquired and selling multimillion-dollar software companies. He shares stories, insights, tips, and predictions of AI in the M&A world.

“Acquisitions are hard and crazy and an emotional rollercoaster, so the more you can do to prepare, the better.”

Andrew Gazdecki

What You’ll Learn

• Acquisitions are an Emotional Roller Coaster: Selling a business is more complex and emotionally challenging than most entrepreneurs expect. Preparation and understanding the process are critical to navigating a successful exit.
• The Importance of Building a Robust Buyer Network: Having access to a large, curated pool of potential buyers significantly increases the chances of a successful sale. Different types of buyers (private equity, strategic buyers, search funds) have unique motivations and capabilities.
• Technology is Transforming M&A: AI and automation are rapidly changing how businesses are bought and sold. Platforms like Acquire.com are making the acquisition process more transparent and accessible.
• Due Diligence is Make-or-Break: A significant percentage of deals fail during due diligence. Verifying buyer capabilities, financial readiness and setting clear expectations are crucial.
• Entrepreneurs are Underprepared for Exits: Most founders are trained in building and growing businesses but rarely in selling them. Understanding the exit strategy should be part of every entrepreneur’s business planning from the start.

Topics Covered

Want More? Related Resources: 

• How to Sell an Online Business: A Case Study
• Top 5 M&A Value Drivers for Tech & Software Companies
• Preparing Emotionally for the Closing

Meet Our Guest

Andrew Gazdecki

Founder, Acquire.com | San Francisco Bay Area, California

Andrew Gazdecki is a seasoned entrepreneur and the founder of Acquire.com, a platform that simplifies the acquisition process for startup founders and entrepreneurs. With 3 successful exits under his belt, including scaling Bizness Apps to $10 million in annual recurring revenue, Gazdecki has a wealth of experience in growing, leading, and selling companies. He’s been featured in The New York Times, Forbes, TechCrunch, and Inc. Magazine, making him a respected voice in the worlds of entrepreneurship, SaaS, and acquisitions.

In addition to his business expertise, Gazdecki is passionate about helping other entrepreneurs find success through acquisitions, believing that buying a business can be a strategic path to bypass the early risks of startups. On podcasts, he enjoys discussing his journey, the evolving M&A landscape, and how Acquire.com is leveling the playing field for smaller startups.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/agazdecki/