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Brad Lea (Lightspeed VT and Dropping Bombs podcast) & Brian Franco | Why Some Businesses Scale — And Others Die…

What separates a chaotic company from a scalable empire? In this episode of The M&A Guy, Brian Franco sits down with entrepreneur, sales titan, and Lightspeed VT founder Brad Lea for a raw conversation on what founders consistently get wrong about growth, leadership, training, and exit readiness. Brad breaks down: Why most companies are “scaling […]
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Build a Company Investors Can’t Ignore w/ Stanislav Zinkov

In this episode of the M&A Guy podcast, host Brian Franco interviews Stanislav Zinkov of Rising Oak about how to build a company that attracts investor interest. They discuss strategies for positioning your business for successful exits, the importance of strategic alignment, and how to enhance enterprise value beyond just revenue growth.
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How to Attract Private Equity – Cam Bawden

In this episode, Brian Franco interviews Cam Bawden from Hype Pharm, sharing insights on building successful businesses, preparing for exit strategies, and the importance of personal branding and systems in attracting private equity investment.
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Be Authentic. Build an Empire w/ Michael G. Dash

In this episode, Michael G. Dash shares his journey from addiction and legal battles to building and exiting a successful staffing business. He discusses the importance of authenticity, leadership, legal considerations, and systems for business valuation and exit strategies.
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The Importance of Financial Credibility w/ Domenic Segalla

In this episode of the M&A Guy podcast, Brian Franco and Domenic Segalla discuss the critical aspects of financial credibility in the deal room. They explore how buyers evaluate financials, the importance of accurate reporting, and the implications of adjusted EBITDA. The conversation emphasizes the need for due diligence, building trust, and preparing for capital […]
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Mastering M&A: Insights w/ Joe Francisco

In this episode of the M&A Guy podcast, host Brian Franco interviews Joe Francisco, a seasoned entrepreneur and founding partner of Preserve Equity Partners. They discuss Joe’s journey through acquisitions, the importance of preparing for an exit, and the strategies that can maximize business value. Joe shares insights on building a company with the end […]