In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Casey Minshew and Feras Moussa sit down with Malcolm Peace, founder of Tsetserra Growth Partners, to delve into the intricacies of acquiring and growing businesses. Malcolm shares his insights garnered from his journey of acquiring his first business and navigating the challenges of transition and growth.
Drawing from his experiences, Malcolm sheds light on the pivotal role of understanding the seller’s mindset during the acquisition process, particularly when dealing with unsophisticated sellers. Reflecting on his initial forays into business acquisition, Malcolm recounts the highs and lows, from signing LOIs to encountering unexpected hurdles during due diligence. He shares anecdotes of deals that didn’t materialize and the lessons learned along the way. Transitioning from acquisition to operation, Malcolm discusses the challenges of managing businesses and the importance of hands-on involvement in certain cases.
As the conversation progresses, Malcolm elucidates his current focus on recruiting operating partners to drive day-to-day operations within acquired businesses. He talks about the critical role of building a cohesive team in sustaining and amplifying business growth.
In summary, the episode provides a tale of Malcolm’s journey – from the inception of his first acquisition to laying the groundwork for future expansion under Tsetserra Growth Partners. Tune in to gain valuable insights into the world of business acquisition and growth strategies.
In this podcast episode, we discuss:
- Malcolm’s Thesis to Acquire
- Challenges of Closing the Deal
- Operating and Scaling a Business
- Becoming an Operating Partner
You can connect with Malcolm on LinkedIn: Malcolm Peace – Tsetserra Growth Partners | LinkedIn
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