In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Casey Minshew and Feras Moussa have their first in-person interview with Walker Deibel, author of “Buy Then Build” and Co-Founder of Acquisition Lab. Walker shares the inspiration behind his book, which aims to teach and educate individuals on how to purchase their first business. He reflects on his experiences with his first and second business acquisitions, emphasizing the importance of overcoming challenges and understanding that there is no perfect deal.
Walker delves into the origins of Acquisition Lab, a selective program he conceived with the goal of nurturing entrepreneurs. Acquisition Lab builds a community of active participants in the M&A world. He discusses the program’s logistics and the success stories of its members. Highlighting the importance of the individual in the success of a business, Walker argues that the risk in M&A and entrepreneurship lies more with the person than the business itself.
We explore industries that, while not traditionally seen as attractive in the ETA (Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition) space, may offer great opportunities. Walker advises potential entrepreneurs to carefully consider whether an industry aligns with their goals and capabilities before diving in. This is a great episode and gives insight into the life of one of the most influential individuals in ETA.
In this podcast episode, we discuss:
- Buy Then Build
- Acquisition Lab
- Business Acquisition Success Factors
- Industry Opportunities
You can connect with Walker by LinkedIn: Walker Deibel – Acquisition Lab | LinkedIn
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- Access our archive of video interviews on YouTube
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- Get in touch with show hosts Casey Minshew and Feras Moussa at – info@equitylaunchpad.com
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