Welcome to The M&A Launchpad Podcast hosted by Casey Minshew and Feras Moussa with Equity Launchpad. On this podcast, you will gain insights on acquiring, investing in, and selling profitable businesses in the lower to middle market. Whether you are a business owner, investor, or aspiring entrepreneur at Equity Launchpad, we will provide you with the knowledge, guidance, and capital to navigate the world of mergers and acquisitions.
On this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Casey Minshew & Feras Moussa welcome special guest Patrick O’Connell. Today we are focusing on the role of a quality of earnings (QoE) in the M&A process. Patrick discusses the importance of conducting a quality of earnings analysis when transacting.
October 10, 2024
On this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Casey Minshew & Feras Moussa welcome special guest Bryan Dunn. Bryan talks about his journey from helicopter pilot in the military, to working at Boeing and other companies, and now working at a manufacturing company while simultaneously buying his own business.
September 19, 2024
On this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Casey Minshew & Feras Moussa welcome special guest Niklas James, who shares his journey from Norway to the U.S., where he began his career at Bain & Co., gaining valuable experience in the private equity due diligence process. Niklas discusses his first acquisition, detailing the criteria he sought in the right business, the challenges of taking over a company, and his decision to keep the seller on as president. He also shares the strategies he used to achieve growth, both organically and by adding new elements to the company.
September 12, 2024
On this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Casey Minshew & Feras Moussa welcome special guest Chris Williams from System Six, delving into his journey of entrepreneurship through acquisition. Chris shares his insightful experience in identifying and acquiring his first business, an accounting firm, and the myriad challenges he overcame in growing it.
August 8, 2024
On this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Casey Minshew & Feras Moussa sit down with Darren Palestine from Commercial Finance Partners to discuss the intricacies of SBA and middle market lending. Darren shares his extensive knowledge and experience, offering valuable insights for both borrowers and industry professionals.
July 26, 2024
In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Feras Moussa and Casey Minshew welcome special guest Alexis Grant, an entrepreneur with two successful exits and founder of a company that helps sellers learn more about their businesses and position them for an exit. Alexis discusses how data adds value in positioning a business and crafting an offer.
July 12, 2024
In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Feras Moussa and Casey Minshew welcome special guest Tato Corcoran, an entrepreneur with a real estate portfolio and a manufacturing business. Tato discusses her journey of running her first business after a long career in the tech industry in Silicon Valley.
June 27, 2024
In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, we talk with Nick Patrick, the Managing Partner at Coda Capital. Nick discusses his journey from corporate America to purchasing his first business, a wedding venue and catering company. Nick dives into the details of transitioning from a buyer to a seller, navigating the unique challenges that come with acquiring a business, and crafting deals that benefit everyone involved.
June 13, 2024
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.
May 30, 2024
In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Feras Moussa and Casey Minshew welcome special guest Bakari Akil, founder of Graves Hall Capital. Bakari shares his inspiring journey from initially knowing nothing about M&A to successfully acquiring two $30 million businesses and teaching Cornell MBA candidates about entrepreneurship through acquisition.
May 21, 2024
In this episode, Randy Woods shares the journey of founding and selling his tech company, Non-Linear, spanning two decades of growth aligned with the internet’s evolution. Randy identified top talent and strategically sold the company when the timing was optimal, ensuring a favorable outcome for employees.
May 8, 2024
In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Casey Minshew and Feras Moussa delve into Kevin Bibelhausen’s journey from corporate life to entrepreneurship, focusing on his transition, business acquisition, and operational strategies. Kevin shares his shift motivated by autonomy and the allure of entrepreneurship, highlighting the importance of assembling the right team and leveraging expertise in finance and operations for his textile business acquisition.
May 3, 2024
In this insightful episode, hosts Casey Minshew and Feras Moussa interview Jay B Sauceda to explore the journey of running a logistics business and achieving a successful exit. Jay B’s expertise shines as he shares invaluable insights into the challenges and opportunities within the industry.
May 1, 2024
In this episode, our guest Shawn Allard shares his recent experience acquiring Novel Ice Cream in Phoenix, AZ. Despite initial reservations about entering the food & beverage industry, Shawn’s journey illustrates the value of seizing lucrative opportunities and approaching each business on its individual merits.
April 25, 2024
In this episode, we have the privilege of speaking with Chandler Reed, the Owner and CEO of Get Green NOI, a prominent commercial green energy contractor. This episode is a testament to the power of embracing unforeseen opportunities and navigating the uncharted terrain of entrepreneurship.
April 18, 2024
In this episode, we sit down with Bill Snow, a seasoned lower middle market M&A investment banker, to explore the intricate world of mergers and acquisitions. Bill’s wealth of knowledge and experience shines through as he guides us through the three key phases of the deal process: Search, Finance, and Negotiation.
April 16, 2024
In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, we delve into the journey of Mike Okhravi, a first-time acquirer who courageously ventured into the world of ETA. Departing from his corporate role in the tech industry, Mike embraced the challenge of business ownership by successfully acquiring two small businesses – an epoxy coating enterprise and a towing operation – within an impressively short timeframe.
April 11, 2024