In this episode of Leading in the Dark, Nick Akers sits down with Taylor Perry, Managing Director of Acquisitions at Nova Stone Capital. They discuss Taylor's journey through investment banking, private equity, and entrepreneurship, and unpack Nova Stone's unique approach to supporting mid-career professionals through the search fund model. From scaling acquisitions across North America to providing operator-led ownership transitions, this conversation offers an inside look at the evolving world of entrepreneurship through acquisition (ETA).