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    When, at age 29, Gat Caperton bought a furniture maker in his native West Virginia, he was also buying himself a career.

    Topics in Gat’s interview:

    Working for the legendary Sam ZellAcquiring a furniture manufacturer in 1996You’re better off with smart competitors than dumb competitorsCutting his lead time in half the first yearImplementing lean manufacturingOwning the business with his dadChina devastated US furniture manufacturingJoining John Bassett to sue China for breaking trade lawsThe evolution of “Made in America”How to evaluate a furniture manufacturer

    References and how to contact Gat:

    LinkedInGat CreekFactory Man by Beth MacyThe Goal by Eliyahu Goldratt and Jeff Cox

    Work with an SBA broker who focuses exclusively on helping entrepreneurs buy businesses:

    Matthias Smith of Pioneer Capital Advisory

    Get a complimentary IT audit of your target business:

    Email Nick Akers at [email protected], and tell him you’re a searcher

    Get a free review of your books & financial ops from System Six (a $500 value):

    Book a call with Tim or email [email protected] and mention Acquiring Minds

    Connect with Acquiring Minds:

    See past + future interviews on the YouTube channelConnect with host Will Smith on LinkedInFollow Will on Twitter
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    Cap Tables 101: How Capital Structure Works When Buying a Business - Thu Oct 24 - https://bit.ly/3UihUQGHow to Run a 2-Year Search in 2 Months - Friday Nov 1 - https://bit.ly/3UfYJqz

    Nik Hulewsky bought a $3.2m medical billing company during peak Covid, anticipating a surge in demand. He was right.

    Topics in Nik’s interview:

    Tragedy that ignited his passion for hospiceLosing his job while his wife was in laborSearching for a business to fit his skillsetIndustry is more important than businessMargins in home healthCalculating return on brain damageLearning firsthand about the J curveImportance of relationship with the sellerBeing in business with his brother-in-lawAdvice for young entrepreneurs

    References and how to contact Nik:

    TwitterCofounders.comNikonomics

    Get a free review of your books & financial ops from System Six (a $500 value):

    Book a call with Tim or email [email protected] and mention Acquiring Minds

    Get a complimentary IT audit of your target business:

    Email Nick Akers at [email protected] (and tell him you’re a searcher)

    Work with an SBA broker who focuses exclusively on helping entrepreneurs buy businesses:

    Matthias Smith of Pioneer Capital Advisory

    Connect with Acquiring Minds:

    See past + future interviews on the YouTube channelConnect with host Will Smith on LinkedInFollow Will on Twitter
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    Cap Tables 101: How Capital Structure Works When Buying a Business - Thu Oct 24 - https://bit.ly/4dR5CWqHow to Run a 2-Year Search in 2 Months - Friday Nov 1 - https://bit.ly/4dQifkn

    Kristiana Laugen left tech to buy a 40-year-old pool business with $300k SDE. Fast growth from a small base is the plan.

    Topics in Kristiana’s interview:

    Her career working for start-upsHer desire to “eat what she kills”Finding a business sooner than expectedAcquiring a commercial pool maintenance/repair businessHow commercial pool maintenance differs from residentialQuickly firing all but one technicianMaking changes in the first 90 daysSeller retained 5% equityUsing an app for routing efficiencyThe numbers game of hiring

    References and how to contact Kristiana:

    [email protected] Pools, Spas & Fountains

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    Contact [email protected] or visit Aspen HR

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    Oberle Risk Strategies - Search Fund Team

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    The Acquisition Lab

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    See past + future interviews on the YouTube channelConnect with host Will Smith on LinkedInFollow Will on Twitter
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    Cap Tables 101: How Capital Structure Works When Buying a Business - Thu Oct 24 - https://bit.ly/3zTykbc

    Tech industry vet Eric Bauer wanted to build something for himself. Buying a hat brand across the country was the path.

    Topics in Eric’s interview:

    Skills he acquired during 10 years at AmazonMoving from Seattle to Alabama to buy a businessRed flags in business listingsComparing BizBuySell and Axial for business searchAcquiring a hat distributorSolving problems with hat sizingLearning how to motivate his staffHiring difficultiesInventory management complexitiesSelf-confidence as a business owner

    References and how to contact Eric:

    [email protected]

    Get a complementary pre-acquisition HR & PEO review for your target business:

    Contact [email protected] or visit Aspen HR

    Get complimentary due diligence on your acquisition's insurance & benefits program:

    Oberle Risk Strategies - Search Fund Team

    Get a free review of your books & financial ops from System Six (a $500 value):

    Book a call with Tim or email [email protected] and mention Acquiring Minds

    Connect with Acquiring Minds:

    See past + future interviews on the YouTube channelConnect with host Will Smith on LinkedInFollow Will on Twitter
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    Due Diligence Office Hours - Wed Oct 16 - https://bit.ly/4h3R74oCap Tables 101: How Capital Structure Works When Buying a Business - Thu Oct 24 - https://bit.ly/3zT8sMA

    Justin Willess liquidated his 401k to buy a $8.5m construction business. He lost the business and may lose his house.

    Topics in Justin’s interview:

    Frustration with his consulting careerBuying a construction companyConstruction landscape in Northern VirginiaDiscovering cooked books after transitionSeller refused to release promised fundsEmptying his 401k to make payrollCalm is contagiousClosing the businessWhat he learned from the failed acquisitionWhy he wants to acquire again

    References and how to contact Justin:

    [email protected]

    Work with an SBA broker who focuses exclusively on helping entrepreneurs buy businesses:

    Matthias Smith of Pioneer Capital Advisory

    Get $200 off your ticket to the M&A Launchpad Conference in Chicago on October 26th:

    https://www.malaunchpad.com & enter code ACQUIRINGMINDS

    Learn more about Walker Deibel's done-with-you buy-side advisory:

    The Acquisition Lab

    Connect with Acquiring Minds:

    See past + future interviews on the YouTube channelConnect with host Will Smith on LinkedInFollow Will on Twitter
  • Register for the webinars:

    Which Business Should You Buy? - Thu Oct 10 - https://bit.ly/3TYdVZ8Due Diligence Office Hours - Wed Oct 16 - https://bit.ly/3BznZl0


    As a banker Greg Bruns dealt with business owners, wanting what they had. When a friend bought a business, he saw a way.

    Topics in Greg’s interview:

    Leaving his banking career to buy a businessBig risks of doing an asset saleHow ownership is different than expectedRisks and benefits to buying smallWhy erosion control matters to infrastructureBeing tied to the construction industryManaging cashflow in a project-based businessHow weather affects his bottom lineInvolving his employees in business decisionsThe good/bad of keeping the seller in the business

    References and how to contact Greg:

    [email protected] Hydromulch

    Learn more about Walker Deibel's done-with-you buy-side advisory:

    The Acquisition Lab

    Get $200 off your ticket to the M&A Launchpad Conference in Chicago on October 26th:

    https://www.malaunchpad.com & enter code ACQUIRINGMINDS

    Work with an SBA broker who focuses exclusively on helping entrepreneurs buy businesses:

    Matthias Smith of Pioneer Capital Advisory

    Connect with Acquiring Minds:

    See past + future interviews on the YouTube channelConnect with host Will Smith on LinkedInFollow Will on Twitter
  • Register for the webinars:

    Which Business Should You Buy? - Thu Oct 10 - https://bit.ly/47TzaBc

    Marc Nzojibwami and 2 partners bought a business in Calgary, with a plan to keep buying (and without investor capital).

    Topics in Marc’s interview:

    Early attempts at launching companies in universityAcquiring with 2 partnersTheir plan to build a holdco togetherAcquiring a 40 year old sign shopFinancing their deal in CanadaNegotiating purchase price and seller noteOne change they made immediatelyGrowing EBITDA 30% the first yearChallenges and benefits of partnershipsSearching full-time for his next acquisition

    References and how to contact Marc:

    [email protected] Imaging Group

    Get a free review of your books & financial ops from System Six (a $500 value):

    Book a call with Tim or email [email protected] and mention Acquiring Minds

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    Contact [email protected] or visit Aspen HR

    Get complimentary due diligence on your acquisition's insurance & benefits program:

    Oberle Risk Strategies - Search Fund Team

    Connect with Acquiring Minds:

    See past + future interviews on the YouTube channelConnect with host Will Smith on LinkedInFollow Will on Twitter
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    Which Business Should You Buy? - Thu Oct 10 - https://bit.ly/4gQqKP5


    Taylor Wallace & Tyler O'Connor return to discuss selling to private equity & the painful reality of managing people.

    Topics in Taylor’s interview:

    Evaluating the risk/reward of selling to private equitySelling to private equity but not exitingGood PE vs. bad PETransition to a corporate structureComparing outcomes with tech startups

    References and how to contact Taylor:

    TwitterLinkedInTaylor Wallace’s original Acquiring Minds interview: Buying Doggy Daycares After 10 Years in Tech

    Topics in Tyler’s interview:

    Comparing his military service with business ownershipUnexpected hospitality aspect of the businessBeing both CEO and the sales departmentDelegating more to his general managerWorking capital in a seasonal business

    References and how to contact Tyler:

    Tyler O’Connor’s original Acquiring Minds interview: Using $100k to Buy a 7-Figure Dream BusinessSMBootcampBird Golf Academy

    Get $200 off your ticket to the M&A Launchpad Conference in Chicago on October 26th:

    https://www.malaunchpad.com & enter code ACQUIRINGMINDS

    Work with an SBA broker who focuses exclusively on helping entrepreneurs buy businesses:

    Matthias Smith of Pioneer Capital Advisory

    Get a free review of your books & financial ops from System Six (a $500 value):

    Book a call with Tim or email [email protected] and mention Acquiring Minds

    Connect with Acquiring Minds:

    See past + future interviews on the YouTube channelConnect with host Will Smith on LinkedInFollow Will on Twitter
  • George Tibil & Keith Fields bought a $1.1m janitorial business with falling revenues. 9 months later, sales are up 60%.

    Topics in George and Keith’s interview:

    Their dissatisfaction with the corporate ladderCalling on Acquiring Minds guests for search adviceAcquiring a ServiceMaster Clean franchise locationWhat changed their minds about franchisesFiring their first employee before taking ownershipCleaning all night when business was understaffedManaging an immigrant-heavy workforceTurning the culture around40% growth without outbound salesPower of good partnerships

    References and how to contact George and Keith:

    ServiceMaster Clean BuffaloGeorge Tibil LinkedInGeorge Tibil TwitterKeith Fields on LinkedIn

    Get a complementary pre-acquisition HR & PEO review for your target business:

    Contact [email protected] or visit Aspen HR

    Learn more about Walker Deibel's done-with-you buy-side advisory:

    The Acquisition Lab

    Get complimentary due diligence on your acquisition's insurance & benefits program:

    Oberle Risk Strategies - Search Fund Team

    Connect with Acquiring Minds:

    See past + future interviews on the YouTube channelConnect with host Will Smith on LinkedInFollow Will on Twitter
  • Register for the webinars:

    Legal Office Hours (Deal Structure & Its Tax Implications) - Thu Sept 26 - https://bit.ly/4dhSAAXHow to Hire an Operator to Replace Yourself - Fri Sept 27 - https://bit.ly/3MU6hLu

    Dustin Fusillo bought a struggling ATM parts & services business. Unhappily, the decline continued under his ownership.

    Topics in Dustin’s interview:

    Starting a private school in FloridaPersonal growth after divorceLosing money in 3 business venturesReaching out to successful people for adviceBacking out of a bad deal after selling his home and movingBuying a turnaround ATM businessLiquidating inventory to a competitorLearning to manage anxiety and angerImportance of an industry-specific accountantHis current role as a P&L manager

    References and how to contact Dustin:

    LinkedInTwitter

    Get complimentary due diligence on your acquisition's insurance & benefits program:

    Oberle Risk Strategies - Search Fund Team

    Get a free review of your books & financial ops from System Six (a $500 value):

    Book a call with Tim or email [email protected] and mention Acquiring Minds

    Get $200 off your ticket to the M&A Launchpad Conference in Chicago on October 26th:

    https://www.malaunchpad.com & enter code ACQUIRINGMINDS

    Connect with Acquiring Minds:

    See past + future interviews on the YouTube channelConnect with host Will Smith on LinkedInFollow Will on Twitter
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    Legal Office Hours (Deal Structure & Its Tax Implications) - Thu Sept 26 - https://bit.ly/4grubvDHow to Hire an Operator to Replace Yourself - Fri Sept 27 - https://bit.ly/3zgUbJr


    Corey Robinson bought 4 locations in the legacy franchise Batteries Plus. He quickly bought 8 more, growing to $10m/yr.

    Topics in Corey interview:

    Leaving the security of his corporate jobWhat he likes about Batteries PlusBuying an expansion location for $100k cashChanging the culture at one locationRemotely managing Texan teams from IowaAn HVAC acquisition that went poorlyWhat he learned about making big changesOperating an independent business compared to a franchiseThe toll it took to spread himself over multiple industriesHis current role as an investor in small business acquisitions

    References and how to contact Corey:

    Webinar cited in the intro: How (and Why) to Choose a Franchise as an Acquisition EntrepreneurLinkedInInstagramBatteries PlusBrian Beers Acquiring Minds interview

    Work with an SBA broker who focuses exclusively on helping entrepreneurs buy businesses:

    Matthias Smith of Pioneer Capital Advisory

    Get a complementary pre-acquisition HR & PEO review for your target business:

    Contact [email protected] or visit Aspen HR

    Learn more about Walker Deibel's done-with-you buy-side advisory:

    The Acquisition Lab

    Connect with Acquiring Minds:

    See past + future interviews on the YouTube channelConnect with host Will Smith on LinkedInFollow Will on Twitter
  • Register for the webinars:

    Due Diligence Office Hours - Thu Sept 19 - https://bit.ly/3B2oF29How Much to Budget for a Self-Funded Search - Fri Sept 20 - https://bit.ly/4e4FWpVLegal Office Hours (Deal Structure & Its Tax Implications) - Thu Sept 26 - https://bit.ly/4emLEn1How to Hire an Operator to Replace Yourself - Fri Sept 27 - https://bit.ly/3ZrbCl1

    It was a revelation when Brittney Orellano heard about buying businesses. 6 months later, she'd done it herself.

    Topics in Brittney’s interview:

    Running a property management business while acquiringWinning over the employees after transitionUnexpected costs of maintaining equipmentCashflow problems led to layoffs in off-seasonGetting used to project-based revenuePutting an extra out-of-pocket $30k into the businessUsing local service ads on Google through slow seasonBeing inspired by Codie Sanchez and Tommy MelloComparing startups with acquired businessesOwning and operating a business with her husband

    References and how to contact Brittney:

    [email protected] MelloCodie Sanchez

    Learn more about Walker Deibel's done-with-you buy-side advisory:

    The Acquisition Lab

    Get a complementary pre-acquisition HR & PEO review for your target business:

    Contact [email protected] or visit Aspen HR

    Work with an SBA broker who focuses exclusively on helping entrepreneurs buy businesses:

    Matthias Smith of Pioneer Capital Advisory

    Connect with Acquiring Minds:

    See past + future interviews on the YouTube channelConnect with host Will Smith on LinkedInFollow Will on Twitter
  • Register for the webinars:

    Due Diligence Office Hours - Thu Sept 19 - https://bit.ly/4d27MSAHow Much to Budget for a Self-Funded Search - Fri Sept 20 - https://bit.ly/4gk4XPHLegal Office Hours (Deal Structure & Its Tax Implications) - Thu Sept 26 - https://bit.ly/3zl0H1wHow to Hire an Operator to Replace Yourself - Fri Sept 27 - https://bit.ly/3TuzvEG

    Rory Tyer bought the nursery where he'd been a loyal customer. Today it generates not just cash for him, but peace.

    Topics in Rory’s interview:

    Searching by driving aroundAdvantage of buying in a high-growth areaBuying a business his kids would be proud ofGetting a “screaming deal” on a garden centerNegotiating an unlisted dealExplaining deal structure to a sellerChallenges of staffing a business with seasonalityDecision to stay closed on SundaysInsurance costs tripling after acquisitionGardening as the antidote to screen fatigue

    References and how to contact Rory:

    [email protected] South Pleasantburg Nursery

    Get a free review of your books & financial ops from System Six (a $500 value):

    Book a call with Tim or email [email protected] and mention Acquiring Minds

    Get $200 off your ticket to the M&A Launchpad Conference in Chicago on October 26th:

    https://www.malaunchpad.com & enter code ACQUIRINGMINDS

    Get complimentary due diligence on your acquisition's insurance & benefits program:

    Oberle Risk Strategies - Search Fund Team

    Connect with Acquiring Minds:

    See past + future interviews on the YouTube channelConnect with host Will Smith on LinkedInFollow Will on Twitter
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    Thu Sept 12 - How Big a Business Should You Buy? - https://bit.ly/3XmtR8vThu Sept 19 - Due Diligence Office Hours - https://bit.ly/4ghprZbFri Sept 20 - How Much to Budget for a Self-Funded Search - https://bit.ly/4e1Qjeq

    Acquiring a $2.5m pallet manufacturer was Michael Kelker's first step to building a legacy business for his family.

    Topics in Michael’s interview:

    Self-funded vs. traditional vs. independent sponsorshipCarrying on his family legacy in manufacturingHis goal of having control over his workAcquiring a custom pallet manufacturerGetting the deal done during CovidChallenges with the appraisalNavigating the lumber price surgeHiring a banker as CFOLearning from his employees and customersOptimism despite pallet industry downturn

    References and how to contact Michael:

    [email protected] Riverdale

    Get $200 off your ticket to the M&A Launchpad Conference in Chicago on October 26th:

    https://www.malaunchpad.com & enter code ACQUIRINGMINDS

    Get a free review of your books & financial ops from System Six (a $500 value):

    Book a call with Tim or email [email protected] and mention Acquiring Minds

    Work with an SBA broker who focuses exclusively on helping entrepreneurs buy businesses:

    Matthias Smith of Pioneer Capital Advisory

    Connect with Acquiring Minds:

    See past + future interviews on the YouTube channelConnect with host Will Smith on LinkedInFollow Will on Twitter
  • Register here for the webinar, How Big a Business Should You Buy?

    https://bit.ly/4cSC6is

    Topics in Jackson’s interview:

    Fulfilling his dream of living on the beachTransitioning from real estate to restaurantsBuying a nostalgic restaurant with his friendUnique aspects of owning a business in a tourist townCashflow advantage in restaurantsLack of competition for acquiring restaurantsFinding and installing an experienced operatorEvaluating a restaurant’s potentialAcquiring a second restaurant with 4 locationsInvesting in equipment and technology that increases sales

    References and how to contact Jackson:

    Cowboy GroupJackson Speaks TwitterJackson Speak's LinkedInPizza by the SeaCowgirl Kitchen

    Get a complementary pre-acquisition HR & PEO review for your target business:

    Contact [email protected] or visit Aspen HR

    Learn more about Walker Deibel's done-with-you buy-side advisory:

    The Acquisition Lab

    Get complimentary due diligence on your acquisition's insurance & benefits program:

    Oberle Risk Strategies - Search Fund Team

    Connect with Acquiring Minds:

    See past + future interviews on the YouTube channelConnect with host Will Smith on LinkedInFollow Will on Twitter
  • Register here for the webinar, How Big a Business Should You Buy?

    https://bit.ly/4dPunmC

    Without backgrounds in business, Julie & Janna Hottinger have grown the $2.1m trades business they bought last year 50%.

    Topics in Julie and Janna’s interview:

    Being warned away from the asphalt industrySisters who bought a construction businessHow the seller worked to ease the transitionAcquiring with no prior business experienceSlowly taking the all-paper business digitalCash flow challenges as a subcontractorBuilding trust with the existing teamGrowing revenue by hiring more employeesHow Covid affected commercial business spacesWhy industry trends aren’t always accurate

    References and how to contact Julie and Janna:

    Janna’s LinkedInJanna TwitterJulie’s LinkedInJulie [email protected]@signature-woodworking.comSignature Woodworking

    Get complimentary due diligence on your acquisition's insurance & benefits program:

    Oberle Risk Strategies - Search Fund Team

    Get a complementary pre-acquisition HR & PEO review for your target business:

    Contact [email protected] or visit Aspen HR

    Learn more about Walker Deibel's done-with-you buy-side advisory:

    The Acquisition Lab

    Connect with Acquiring Minds:

    See past + future interviews on the YouTube channelConnect with host Will Smith on LinkedInFollow Will on Twitter
  • An engineer at heart, Mike Dey set his sights on buying a manufacturing business for the next stage of his career.

    Topics in Michael’s interview:

    Pivoting from aerospace engineering to business ownershipSelling his real estate investment to buy a businessBeware turning your passion into your incomeBuying a business in his 40’sHow risky is business ownership?The risk build-up model of valuing a businessSaying no to a friend’s investmentBuying a business bundled with real estateManaging a blue collar workforceHaving to suddenly switch lenders

    References and how to contact Michael:

    LinkedInTwitterAmerican Spray Technologies

    Work with an SBA broker who focuses exclusively on helping entrepreneurs buy businesses:

    Matthias Smith of Pioneer Capital Advisory

    Get $200 off your ticket to the M&A Launchpad Conference in Chicago on October 26th:

    https://www.malaunchpad.com & enter code ACQUIRINGMINDS

    Get a free review of your books & financial ops from System Six (a $500 value):

    Book a call with Tim or email [email protected] and mention Acquiring Minds

    Connect with Acquiring Minds:

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    After 5 years of owning a scale business, Matt Bauer & Chris Hartman were burning out. Fortunately they'd created value.

    Topics in Matt and Chris’s interview:

    Two military buddies bought a scale businessDemanding grind of the industryDownside of providing a mission-critical serviceBuilding a sales team to grow the businessChallenges in training techniciansAttempting to acquire a competitorDoubling earnings in 5 yearsDeciding it was time to sellTheir 8-figure exitInvesting in a port-a-potty startup

    References and how to contact Matt and Chris:

    Matt Bauer LinkedInChris Hartman LinkedInChris Hartman Twitter12 South Capital Partners


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    Topics in Meredith & Michael’s interview:

    Buying an employment screening companyThe seller staying on as an employeeStrict industry regulations serve as a moatUpgrading technology after acquisitionHow the seller eased clients through the transitionWhy they’re not worried about AIMeredith’s growth as a managerBuying a business as a young coupleWhy this may be a difficult industry to roll upPersonal impact of owning a business

    References and how to contact Meredith & Michael:

    Meredith LinkedInMichael LinkedInMeredith TwitterMichael TwitterBackgroundConnect


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    Niklas James, Adam Borcz, and Tony Cappeart reflect on terms, risk & reward of the still-young self-funded search model.

    Topics in Search Investor Roundtable:

    White collar buyers of blue collar businessesDesirable traits for searchersBalancing investor returns and personal gains3 common modeling mistakesRole of put options in dealsHow searchers sabotage their own dealsRealistic expectations for business growthHope is not a strategyOperational experience trumps finance knowledgeSelf-funded search terms

    References and how to contact panelists:

    Niklas James LinkedInAdam Borcz LinkedInTony Cappaert LinkedInAdam Borcz’s Acquiring Minds interviewNiklas James’s Acquiring Minds interview

    Work with an SBA broker who focuses exclusively on helping entrepreneurs buy businesses:

    Matthias Smith of Pioneer Capital Advisory

    Get complimentary due diligence on your acquisition's insurance & benefits program:

    Oberle Risk Strategies - Search Fund Team

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    See past + future interviews on the YouTube channelConnect with host Will Smith on LinkedInFollow Will on Twitter