Shows
Inspired Or AcquiredJoe Pohlen - Big Vision & Big Impact Buying Assisted Living CommunitiesIn this episode, Joe Pohlen, CEO of Cardinal Senior Living, shares his journey in the assisted living industry, discussing the growth of his business, the challenges faced, and the importance of operational excellence. He reflects on his transition from self-storage to senior care, the significance of family dynamics in his entrepreneurial journey, and his ambitious goals for the future. Joe emphasizes the critical role of leadership in turning around distressed properties and the complexities of due diligence in acquisitions. Joe Pohlen on X: https://x.com/joepohlenCardinal Senior Living: https://cardinalseniorliving.com/Clint Fiore & D...
2025-12-1743 min
Inspired Or AcquiredMartha Stavrou - Can you sell one division of a company?Martha has built two niche businesses with her husband Tim, and recently they've been wondering what it might be like to sell one. They help hotels move out furniture before remodels, liquidate or store old furniture, and install new furniture. They also have an amazing 24,000 square foot retail store where they sell unique furniture and decor that's . We discuss what the liquidation business might sell for, an ideal transition and what life would look like if they sold.Deja Vu Furniture & More: https://dejavufurniture.net/Clint Fiore & Dealonomy: https://www.dealonomy.com/Patrick Dichter & Appletree...
2025-11-2632 min
Inspired Or AcquiredPaul Sanneman - Building A Business You Love Through Great PeoplePaul Sanneman has built the perfect lifestyle business with Contractor Staffing Source. His $2.5M revenue recruiting business could run without him if needed, but he's enjoying the work he does every day. He's also built it around his lifestyle so we can spend plenty of time with family, working out, and enjoying the ocean in Hawaii. We discuss what his business is worth today and if he'd ever sell, as well as who might take it over. Paul shares some great wisdom he's learned after other failed business ventures, and trends he sees with his contractor clients. C...
2025-11-2042 min
Construct Your Life With Austin LinneyBusiness Live Show with Brad Smith and Clint Fiore | Construct your life #774Welcome back to Construct your life! In this week’s special Business Live show, Brad and I sat down with Clint Fiore, founder of Dealonomy, to unpack one of the most innovative shifts happening in the business brokerage world right now.After a decade of helping entrepreneurs buy and sell companies, Clint decided to flip the model on its head. Instead of catering to sellers like every traditional brokerage, Dealonomy is designed to be the most buyer-friendly platform on the planet. Think of it as a curated, high-quality marketplace — no more messy listings, ghost brokers, or bait-and-switch deal...
2025-10-0830 min
Inspired Or AcquiredSam Allsopp - Sell A Roofing Business at $50M? Or Scale to $100M?Sam Allsopp has quickly grown Neal Roofing & Waterproofing to over $40M revenue within 5 years. We discuss the key growth levers, what his company might sell for today, and what could tempt him to eventually sell. Sam also shares the multiple range he's seen other nearby roofing companies sell for and how he's educated himself on the private equity playbook.Sam Allsopp on X: https://x.com/sam_allsopp_Clint Fiore & Dealonomy: https://www.dealonomy.com/Patrick Dichter & Appletree: https://appletreebusiness.com/
2025-10-0238 min
Inspired Or AcquiredNathan Lindley - HVAC Struggles To SuccessNathan Lindley, owner of Done Right, shares his journey in the HVAC industry, discussing the challenges and successes of acquiring and professionalizing small HVAC businesses. He's almost one broke twice before figuring out how to make things work, and done 9 acquisitions along the way. We discuss their current business valuation his multi-location plan to scale. Nathan Lindley on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathanlindley/Nathan Lindley on X: https://x.com/A_LastingLegacyClint Fiore & Dealonomy: https://www.dealonomy.com/Patrick Dichter & Appletree: https://appletreebusiness.com/
2025-09-2647 min
The Power Exit PodcastThe $10,000 Guarantee That's Changing M&A Forever"Clean books, clean books, clean books." – Clint FioreIn this episode of the Power Exit Podcast, John Marsh sits down with Clint Fiore, CEO of Dealonomy and one of the most well-known business brokers on social media. Clint breaks down the harsh realities of preparing a business for sale, revealing why most owners fail before they even start the process.Clint shares his controversial approach to business brokerage – including a $10,000 guarantee that's never been claimed – and explains why he turns away 95% of potential clients. He reveals the single biggest destroyer of business value and why the average small business owner spends...
2025-09-1337 min
Construct Your Life With Austin LinneyThe future of buying and selling businesses with Clint Fiore | Construct your life #764Welcome back! In this episode, I sit down with Clint Fiore, a business broker who’s changing the game for buyers and sellers alike. Clint shares his journey from startup founder to building a brokerage he wished existed when he was trying to buy his first business. We talk about the rise of ETA, why authenticity beats credentials, and how his new platform, Dealonomy, is making business buying and selling faster, fairer, and way more transparent. If you’ve ever thought about buying or selling a business, this conversation will give you the insider’s playbook....
2025-09-0330 min
Inspired Or AcquiredCasey McDaniel - Pest Control & Crazy Exit MultiplesPest control companies sell for some of the highest multiples of any services businesses - this podcast uncovers why. Patrick Dichter and Clint Fiore interview Casey McDaniel, the co-founder of King Pest Solutions. We discuss Casey's journey of scaling to +$2M within 3 years, what the business might sell for today, and Casey's exit number he'd be happy to 'retire' with. Casey also details the ups and downs of a recent tuck in acquisition and how they think about organic growth vs buying more pest control companies. Casey McDaniel on X: https://x.com/pestctrlguyKing Pest S...
2025-08-2143 min
Inspired Or AcquiredMark & Katie Fleming - Building A Unique Equity Partner HoldCo For AcquisitionsMark and Katie Fleming from Owner Actions have one of the most interesting business models we've heard from guests. They've taken experience in wealth management and marketing to owning a diverse portfolio of businesses that includes cleaning companies, restaurants, and HVAC. Katie and Mark take % of ownership to help with finding deals, diligence, advising, and post close accounting and marketing. We discuss the challenges and rewards of their unique "for equity" model, the importance of finding the right partners, and how they leverage platforms like TikTok to connect with potential partners.Owner Actions: https://owneractions.com/...
2025-07-3153 min
Inspired Or AcquiredBusiness Broker Insights - How To Value A Business & How To Sell A BusinessA special 'behind the scenes' episode where we break down how businesses get valued, what it's like to list them for sale, and pointers for sellers to get a deal done. Clint and Patrick discuss the importance of qualifying a business for sale, understanding seller's discretionary earnings (SDE), and determining an appropriate asking price. The conversation also covers the listing process, evaluating offers, and the significance of maintaining strong relationships with potential buyers. We also highlight best practices for sellers, the challenges of the closing process, and the financial implications of legal and broker fees. Eversite - s...
2025-07-181h 01
Business Under FireGuest: CLINT FIORE, Nationwide Business Broker - BUSINESS UNDER FIRE EP. 23In Episode 23 of Business Under Fire we have guest Clint Fiore, CEO of Bison Business and Dealonomy. This Texas broker has helped entrepreneurs all over the nation buy and sell their businesses while helping them understand that regardless of revenue earnings, your business can be worth zero dollars. Tune in for an exclusive first look at this Central Texans next business adventure he just launched two weeks ago- that could make you millions.
2025-07-111h 15
Nikonomics - The Economics of Small Business200 - Crucial Red Flags to Know When Buying and Selling Businesses with Clint Fiore🚨MY NEWSLETTER https://nikolas-newsletter-241a64.beehiiv.com/subscribe 🚨Join me, Nik (https://x.com/CoFoundersNik), as I interview Clint Fiore (https://x.com/ClintFiore). Clint, the founder of Bison Business and the newly launched Dealonomy, brings immense experience from over 500 M&A deals, totaling over $100 million in enterprise value.We unpack the crucial red flags he looks for when sellers approach him, from their motive to sell to how their financials might be impacted by aggressive tax avoidance strategies. Clint explains why prioritizing tax deductions can actually be "stepping over d...
2025-07-0758 min
Inspired Or AcquiredBrandon Hall - Sell Now With Exit Multiples High? Or Keep Growing?Brandon Hall is one of the most impressive accounting firm growth stories we've known. He started Hall CPA PLLC in 2015 and has grown it organically to +$14.5M revenue and 150 team members. We discuss what would tempt him to sell the firm, AI impacting margins, if exit multiples in accounting will go up or down, traditional partnership structures in accounting vs PE exits, and more. Brandon Hall on X: https://x.com/bhallcpaHall CPA: https://www.therealestatecpa.com/Eversite - show sponsor & digital marketing: Eversite.com/inspiredClint Fiore & Dealonmy: https://www.dealonomy.com/
2025-06-2054 min
Inspired Or AcquiredAlex Nelson - To Buy Or Build? Wedding Venue & Coffee Chain AdventuresAlex Nelson is an impressive entrepreneur in Iowa who built a wedding venue from scratch to $4M revenue within a few years. He also recently bought a chain of coffee shops then renovated and rebranded. We discuss what each business might sell for today, which one Alex might sell, and his long term goals. It's a great discussion on buy vs build, real estate heavy businesses, and compounding. Alex Nelson on X: https://x.com/WeddingVenueGuyThe Midnight Gem: https://themidnightgem.com/Midnight Coffee: https://www.midnight-coffee.com/Eversite - show sponsor & digital marketing: E...
2025-06-1145 min
Independence by Design™#444: Clint Fiore | Understanding Main Street Valuations (Through the Buyer’s Lens)If you're running a mid-sized company and considering acquisitions—or you just want to understand how smaller companies get valued—this episode is for you. Watch on YouTube
I sat down with Clint Fiore, a business broker who’s helped hundreds of Main Street businesses try to sell. And here’s the truth: most of them don’t get what they want. Not because their business is bad—but because it’s not built to be bought.
We break down what actually happens when a $1–5M owner tries to exit: how they think, what they m...
2025-06-051h 36
Inspired Or AcquiredKyle Ewing - Hire a CEO Or Sell a $12M business?Kyle Ewing is the founder of Terraslate, which manufactures and prints waterproof, and rip-proof paper designed to replace traditional lamination. Kyle shares how he scaled the business to over $10M in annual revenue while maintaining 100% ownership and fending off overseas knockoffs. We discuss the business valuation and if he would sell or not. Kyle Ewing on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyleewing/Ideas To Empires newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/ideas-to-empires-7295591098423357440/Eversite - show sponsor & digital marketing: Eversite.com/inspiredClint Fiore & Dealonmy: https://www.dealonomy.com/Patrick Dichter & Appletree: h...
2025-05-2245 min
Inspired Or AcquiredBrett McManus - Building $1M Equity In 1 Year With Apres InnBrett and Casey McManus bought an old motel in Killington, Vermont a year ago. They've shared all the highs and lows on Instagram such as fixing their own HVAC, doing bathroom remodels, and increasing revenue. We discuss how much the value has gone up in just a year and if they'd sell or not. We also cover another hotel they're trying to acquire and their tech startup for independent hospitality operators, Inndependent Stays. Innvestors on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innvestors/?hl=enApres Inn: https://apresinnkillington.com/Patrick Dichter & Appletree: https://appletreebusiness.com/C...
2025-05-1345 min
Inspired Or AcquiredCassi Niekamp - Growing A Fencing Business 5xCassi Niekamp left a corporate career in sales and bought Bowden Fence Company four years ago. She's grown top line revenue 5x and improved the business tremendously but still feeling lots of stress managing that growth. We discuss what the business is worth today, if she would sell soon, and what she's focused on for 2025. Cassi Niekamp: https://x.com/cassiniekampBowden Fence: https://www.bowdenfence.com/Clint Fiore & Dealonomy: https://www.dealonomy.com/Patrick Dichter & Appletree: https://appletreebusiness.com/
2025-04-2344 min
Inspired Or AcquiredDaniel Magazu - Not Selling Before $5M ProfitDaniel Magazu's first entrepreneurial venture was a landscaping and mulch business he started during college. With the mulch business he cracked the code on Facebook group marketing, and has since gone all in on scaling his marketing agency business, Ride The Wave. It's growing very quickly and has 96% retention rate. We discuss what the mulch business might sell for today, what the agency might sell for, and Daniel's long term goals. Daniel Magazu on X: https://x.com/DannyMagazuRide The Wave: https://ridethewave.info/Clint Fiore & Dealonomy: https://dealonomy.com/Patrick Dichter & Appletree: h...
2025-04-1643 min
Acquisition CollectiveWhy Boomers Aren’t Selling—And What Smart Buyers Are Doing InsteadAre we really facing a “silver tsunami” of baby boomer business sales—or is the market telling a different story? In this episode, seasoned M&A broker and entrepreneur Clint Fiore breaks down the real state of small business acquisitions. With nearly a decade of deal-making experience and hands-on ownership under his belt, Clint shares hard truths about seller psychology, why so many businesses are “unsellable,” and how savvy buyers can find hidden gems and structure win-win deals.From the post-COVID M&A boom to navigating seller burnout, minority equity structures, and tax-efficient exits—this is a masterclass for anyone l...
2025-04-0852 min
Inspired Or AcquiredChristian Kobes - Fast Growth Employee Benefits FirmChristian Kobes is quickly scaling 19:21 Consultants Co, an independent health insurance and employee benefits firm. They've found their niche providing better, modern service to clients with +50 employees. Christian expects revenue to nearly double again this year. We discuss the M&A landscape in health insurance, what their company might be worth today, and if they'd sell soon. Christian Kobes on X: https://x.com/christian_kobes19:21 Consultants: https://www.1921consultants.com/Clint Fiore & Dealonomy: https://www.dealonomy.com/Patrick Dichter & Appletree: https://appletreebusiness.com/
2025-04-0247 min
Inspired Or AcquiredFurkan Yuce - Inspiring Story of Scaling Elevation FlooringFurkan Yuce started Elevation Flooring with a couple scrappy partners and $2500 in the bank 7 years ago. Since then they've grown it organically to $7M revenue in 2024 and they're on pace for $10-12M in 2025. They've built some unique advantages that help them scale and be competitive like proprietary software and a back office team in Turkey. We discuss what the company is worth today, working capital constraints and what number might tempt Furkan to sell or not. Furkan Yuce on X: https://x.com/FurkYuceClint Fiore & Dealonmy: https://www.dealonomy.com/Patrick Dichter & Appletree: h...
2025-03-2648 min
Inspired Or AcquiredTim Ryan - 4 Pool Business Exits & Building SaaSTim Ryan has successfully built a pool cleaning business from scratch and sold it - 4 times over! Why does he keep doing it? He's been building a software for pool cleaning companies and is committed a scalable SaaS venture. We discuss what he learned with each exit, the sale multiples, and what his software company, Symbri, might be worth today.Tim Ryan on X: https://x.com/KenziesPoolBoySymbri: https://symbri.com/Clint Fiore & Dealonomy: https://www.dealonomy.com/Patrick Dichter & Appletree: https://appletreebusiness.com/
2025-03-1940 min
Inspired Or AcquiredBrendan Dawson - What buyers might pay the most for Accident Plan?Brendan Dawson is the founder of Accident Plan, a niche software company solving big problems in commercial trucking. AccidentPlan is a risk management SaaS platform for trucking that mitigates common pitfalls when a commercial vehicle crashes to help keep companies major lawsuits and keep their insurance rates down. Brendan and Clint debate the valuation if it might sell to a strategic partner or whether a cash flow buyer would pay what Brendan wants. We also discuss what it might look like to take a partial sale or growth equity.Brendan Dawson on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com...
2025-03-0743 min
Inspired Or AcquiredDavid Barlev - Would you sell Goji Labs for $20M or hold on?David Barlev started Goji Labs with his business partner 10 years ago. Goji Labs is a digital product agency building custom software, apps, and tools to drive business outcomes. They're grown steadily to $6.5M revenue and +35% EBITDA margins. We discuss what Goji might be worth today, if they'd sell the business or not, and what a deal structure could look like. David Barlev on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidbarlev/ Goji Labs: https://gojilabs.com/Clint Fiore & Bison Business: https://bisonbusiness.com/Patrick Dichter & Appletree: https://appletreebusiness.com/
2025-02-2746 min
Inspired Or AcquiredMatt Glaros - Health Insurance Exit & Buying Print ShopsMatt Glaros joined his small family health insurance brokerage, helped grow it 3x, and recently sold to a large strategic buyer, Hub. He's enjoying working for Hub and business is cranking more than ever. We discuss what went into the decision to sell and how they ended up a very high multiple between 15-20x earnings. Matt and his business partner have also started buying small print shops in Indiana - seeing relatively cheap multiples and lots of similarities to the insurance business. Matt Glaros on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-glaros-67790650/ Meyers Glaros Insurance: h...
2025-02-2052 min
Inspired Or AcquiredDavid Ensley - Building vs Buying Orthodontic PracticesDr. David Ensley has built Celebrate Dental & Braces in Austin to $1.5M revenue and $500k EBITDA within 3 years. He has his sites on multiple offices in Austin, and he's also a partner in a larger DSO that does +$70M of combined revenue. We discuss what his practice could sell for now, how valuations range from 3x to 15x, building vs buying, and different DSO structures. David Ensley on X: https://x.com/theDSOguyClint Fiore & Bison Business: https://bisonbusiness.com/Patrick Dichter & Appletree: https://appletreebusiness.com/
2025-02-1439 min
Inspired Or AcquiredShane Ehrsam - Buying & Improving North Texas TrailersShane Ehrsam bought North Texas Trailers just a few years ago. Since then he's grown revenue to $11.5M, improved the team and tech, and maintained healthy margins. We dig into what the business is worth today and if he would sell soon, capital allocation for inventory vs real estate vs new acquisitions, and and how he thinks about building the best business it can be so it's a sellable asset.North Texas Trailers: https://www.northtexastrailers.com/Shane Ehrsam on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shane-ehrsam/Clint Fiore & Bison Business: https://bisonbusiness.com/...
2025-02-0749 min
Inspired Or AcquiredRobert Mayer - Is A Party Business Worth $3-4M??Robert Mayer has built an amazing business with Arizona Party Bike. It's a unique tour company based in Arizona specializing in pedal-powered party bikes where guests can enjoy their favorite adult beverages on board. He's been a pioneer in the industry bringing the model to the US, manufacturing the bikes for other locations, franchising, and even getting involved in legislation related to party bikes having alcohol. Clint explains why his current business is worth a high multiple, Robert debates selling, and Robert reveals some big expansion plans. Robert Mayer on X: https://x.com/RobertMayerArizona P...
2025-01-2944 min
Inspired Or AcquiredHayden Slack - Scaling A Family Business 8x and Buying ItHayden Slack joined the family foundation repair business at $4M revenue and grew to $30M. He also launched a plumbing business from scratch that's grown to $4M revenue. We discuss what the plumbing business is worth and if he'd sell it; we also cover what it's like navigating family dynamics and the key growth levers in the foundation business.Hayden Slack on X: https://x.com/Hayden__SlackClint Fiore and Bison Business: https://bisonbusiness.com/Patrick Dichter and Appletree: https://appletreebusiness.com/
2025-01-1539 min
Inspired Or AcquiredInspired Or Acquired - 10k downloads, listener questions, and our 2025 goalsThis is a special episode of Inspired Or Acquired to celebrate 10,000 downloads, reflect on learnings from prior episodes, share 2025 goals, and answer listener questions. The shows hosts, Clint Fiore and Patrick Dichter, also give some of their career backstory of how they ended up Mergers & Acquisitions (Clint) and Accounting (Patrick). Clint Fiore & Bison Business: bisonbusiness.comPatrick Dichter & Appletree: appletreebusiness.com
2025-01-1059 min
Inspired Or AcquiredBen Tiggelaar - Buying IT Services CompaniesIn 2023 Ben Tiggelaar made the acquisition most people dream of - an IT services business that's recession resistant, with sticky clients, healthy margins, management team in place, and can be run remotely. He's steadily improved the business and made another acquisition already putting revenue over $8M. We discuss if he plans to sell, the IT services landscape, tuck in acquisition strategies, investing in other searchers, and why he's enjoying life more running DataTel. Previously Ben had a successful exit in a dental platform after his investment banking career.Ben Tiggelaar on X: https://x.com/bentigg D...
2025-01-0249 min
Inspired Or AcquiredMarc Hawk - The Journey of Selling RevLocal To HibuMarc Hawk joins Inspired Or Acquired to share the journey of selling RevLocal to Hibu. Marc Hawk was the CEO of RevLocal for 14 years and is now part of the Hibu team as EVP. During that 14 year run, RevLocal became one one of the biggest digital marketing agencies for small businesses. Marc explains they didn't have to sell and the 3 reasons why you might sell a company after growing to +$50M revenue. We also cover the details of integration, the company synergies, and how he's feeling a few months post close.Marc Hawk on LinkedIn: https://www...
2024-12-1947 min
Inspired Or AcquiredJameson Haslam - Can West Coast Decks grow to $10 million?What does a Stanford grad and former investment banking employee employee do when they start their own business? A deck construction company of course. Jameson Haslam has quickly built West Coast Deck to over $1.2M revenue within 2.5 years. He's dialed in content marketing and social media, and built some innovative online tools that he might license to other contractors. We discuss if he would sell today, new products he's launching, and how he's modeling his business after other $7-10M deck builders in other markets. Jameson is funny, scrappy and reflective. Enjoy!Jameson Haslam on X: https...
2024-12-1244 min
Inspired Or AcquiredIan McKenna - To Sell Or Grow A Great Lab Services Business?Ian started InTech Scientific years ago and it's become a very profitable and well respected business. He services lab equipment in universities, hospitals and bioteach startups through New England. Now he's getting inquiries and offers from buyers, and he's wondering what his business is worth and what a sale could look like. We also discuss if he decided to staff up and scale to 2-3x the value in the next few years. InTech Scientific: https://www.intechscientificsolutions.com/Clint Fiore & Bison Business: https://bisonbusiness.com/Patrick Dichter & Appletree: https://appletreebusiness.com/
2024-12-0539 minInspired Or AcquiredCheryl Ham - Building A Craft & Subscription Business To +$1M RevenueCheryl Ham has built Hypnotic Yarn into a +$1M revenue business with 28% net profit margin and 80% of revenue on a subscription basis. She was an amazing story of trying to 'create a little side hustle' that has become a great business with a great mission to help customers unleash their creativity. We discuss what her business might be worth today and future plans for the company. Hypnotic Yarn Website: https://hypnoticyarn.com/Clint Fiore & Bison Business: https://bisonbusiness.com/Patrick Dichter & Appletree: https://appletreebusiness.com/
2024-11-2138 minInspired Or AcquiredDevin Wanzor - Lessons Buying and Selling 10 BusinessesDevin Wanzor has bought and sold more than 10 businesses. He joins the podcast to share his journey from being an SBA lender to being part of a sign manufacturing roll up to buying a high end liquor store and recently buying a business close to his passion for flying planes. We also discuss how he's improved profitability as an operator and his unique perspective helping others with financial due diligence.Devin Wanzor on X: https://twitter.com/DevinWanzorDevin Wanzor on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/devin-wanzor-5459a31/Clint Fiore & Bison Business: https://bisonbusiness...
2024-11-1551 min
The Growth Guide: Self-Improvement | Greatness | Impact | Creators | FI |How 3 Phone Alarms Can Change Your Health, Wealth, and Relationships with Eric PartakerEnjoy this re-release of one of my top listened to episodes with my guest, Eric PartakerThis week’s episode of The Growth Guide Podcast features Eric Partaker who joined us today to talk about his book: The 3 Alarms: A Simple System to Transform Your Health, Wealth, and Relationships Forever. Eric shares transformative insights on balancing health, wealth, and relationships through habit formation and intentional living. Exploring the power of strategic goal setting, the 80/20 principle, and the concept of marginal gains, Eric dives into practical methods for achieving significant life improvements. Hear about his...
2024-11-1258 minInspired Or AcquiredChis Edwards - Buying, Growing, and Selling A Flooring BusinessChris Edwards recently sold his flooring business in Steamboat, Colorado. He bought the business just 3.5 years prior then quickly grew revenue 50% and grew EBITDA 100%. He's an amazing example of what's possible in acquisition entrepreneurship. Our conversation dives into the hard lessons, growth levers, and his decision to sell. Chris Edwards on X: https://twitter.com/toph_edwardsChris Edwards on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-edwards-44664052/Clint Fiore & Bison Business: https://bisonbusiness.com/Patrick Dichter & Appletree: https://appletreebusiness.com/
2024-11-0643 min
Inspired Or AcquiredPOV Husband - Buying Restaurants, Real Estate & Content Creation'POV Husband' is a genuine, funny follow on TikTok and Instagram. Prior to becoming a content creator he worked in banking and bought a business to escape his 9-5. He ended up buying a fast casual restaurant in 2020. Then they quickly bought a 2nd and 3rd location with real estate. In 2022 they decided to sell 2 of the locations. We discuss how much they made on the sale, why restaurants sell for lower multiples, and what businesses he's debating next. POV Husband on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pov_husbandPOV on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p...
2024-10-3036 min
Inspired Or AcquiredMatt Cafrelli - From CPA To Home Services HoldCoMatt Cafrelli left a stable career in accounting to dive into the riskier world of acquisition entrepreneurship. He and his partner created a HoldCo to buy some service businesses. Their first acquisition was a window cleaning company in April 2023, followed quickly by a landscaping business in March 2024. We discuss the pros and cons of buying on the small side, future acquisitions, and their long term goals for the holding company.Matt Cafrelli: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattcafrelli/ Clint Fiore and Bison Business: https://bisonbusiness.com/Patrick Dichter and Appletree: https://appletreebusiness.com/
2024-10-2336 minInspired Or AcquiredJesus Montelongo - Inspiring Story Of Growing Longhill Contracting to +$2.7M EBTIDAJesus started Longhill Contracting 7 years ago doing drywall and paint contracting for home builders and multifamily developers. They've grown organically very quickly due to Jesus' servant leadership, his great team doing great work, and housing growth in Colorado. In 2024 they're on pace for $23M revenue and $2.7M EBITDA. We discuss what his company is worth today and where he wants to take it in the next +5 years. Longhill Contracting: longhillcontracting.comJesus on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jesus-montelongo-18960163/Clint Fiore and Bison Business: https://bisonbusiness.com/Patrick Dichter and Appletree: https://appletreebusiness.c...
2024-10-1736 minInspired Or AcquiredMike Pedro - Scaling & Selling A Med Spa Group PlatformMike Pedro and Danielle Pedro started MD Esthetics med spa in 2018. They've grown quickly to 13 locations and $2.5M EBITDA through acquisitions and brand new locations. They recently signed a Letter of Intent to join forces with a private equity group - so we dive into how the deal happened, picking their PE partner, and their growth plans. This is a fascinating interview to hear from someone in the middle of an acquisition.MD Esthetics: https://www.mdestheticsus.com/Clint Fiore, Bison Business: https://bisonbusiness.com/Patrick Dichter, Appletree: https://appletreebusiness.com/
2024-10-1036 min
Inspired Or AcquiredJohannes Hock - Leaving Private Equity Career To 10x DFW TurfJohannes Hock left private equity early in his career with the aim to build wealth faster through an exit after buying a business. In 2022 he bought DFW Turf and he's quickly grown the business from $5M to $20M revenue and +3 states through organic growth and additional acquisitions. He sees a path within a few years to $50M revenue and healthy EBITDA before an exit. We discuss whether he enjoys the investor or operator seat more, and what might tempt them to sell.Johannes Hock on X: https://twitter.com/HockJohannesJohannes Hock's blog: https://buysmallsellhigh.substack...
2024-10-0242 min
Inspired Or AcquiredMike Botkin - Massive Landscaping Rollup & Exit Within 2 yearsMike Botkin is an incredible story of what's possible in the small to mid sized acquisitions space. He left a great job to buy a very small $780k revenue residential landscaping acquisition. Then he completed 6 more acquisitions and focused on commercial maintenance landscaping. They ended up becoming one of the top 100 biggest landscaping companies nationwide and exited - all within 2 years time. We dive into how stressful it was, how he made it happen, and his decision to sell. We also learn what he's up to now in his next venture.Mike Botkin on X: https://twitter...
2024-09-2648 min
Inspired Or AcquiredRyan Bakke - Quickly Scaling a CPA FirmRyan Bakke has built Tax Strategy 365 very quickly and his profit margins are 20-30% better than most similar tax firms. This also makes it difficult to place a value on and tough to tempt him to want to sell. We dive deep into the marketing tactics and funnel he uses to grow quickly and where his firm is headed before he tries to sell. Ryan Bakke on X: https://twitter.com/LearnLikeaCPATax Strategy 365 website: https://taxstrategy365.com/Patrick Dichter on X: https://twitter.com/patrickdichterClint Fiore on X: https://twitter.com/ClintFiore
2024-09-1839 min
Kurt KjergaardIndie Dance The Mix Series ColapsoHallo Freunde
hier kommt eine neue Episode meiner Indie Dance The Mix Series...
diesmal mit Colapso aus Paris, Frankreich.
Viel Spaß Kurt Kjergaard
Hey Friends
here comes a new episode of my Indie Dance The Mix Series...
this time with Colapso from Paris, France
Enjoy It Kurt Kjergaard
BIO
COLAPSO (APERO NOTTURNO) – ITALO / EBM / PROG HOUSE / TRANCE
Colapso is a project in keeping with the spirit of the 80s and 90s. A digger with a passion for progressive house and trance, Colapso draws his inspiration from the Italo of Giorgio Moroder, German EBM, and the oriental sounds of India and the...
2024-09-121h 14
Inspired Or AcquiredJordan Evans - Buying The Family Business and Scaling to $12MJordan Evans bought his parents small language services business and has grown it very quickly to $12M revenue. He discusses how they've growth through organic growth and additional acquisitions. And he has his sites set on $50M revenue before a possible exit.Jordan Evans on X: https://twitter.com/JordanPEvansThe Language Network: https://www.languagenetworkusa.com/
2024-09-1240 min
Inspired Or AcquiredBaird Kleinsmith - Building a +$28M Storage Portfolio & LatAm Staffing FirmBaird Kleinsmith loves to say he bought a few 'crappy little self storage' businesses. The reality is within 3 short years he took massive action and calculated risk to build up a self storage portfolio worth over $28M. He's also started HireLATAM, an offshore staff business that's growing steadily. We discuss if he'd want to sell, what he wants to do next, and trying not to get bored at this stage. Baird Kleinsmith on X: https://twitter.com/SultanofStorageHire LATAM: https://hirelatam.com/Bison Business: https://bisonbusiness.com/Appletree: https://appletreebusiness.com/
2024-09-0544 minInspired Or AcquiredJeff Toren - Top Franchise Entrepreneur Shares Highs and LowsJeff Toren owns two franchise concepts in Philadelphia - 7 KitchenTuneUp locations and 2 iLoveKickBoxing locations. He's been the #1 franchisee for sales in KitchenTuneUp prior years and in the top performers for iLoveKickBoxing. But the last 2-3 years have been really hard going through massive growth, then not being profitable, and currently back to stable profits. Jeff admits he's debated selling with his wife and we discuss where he wants to be financially before he sells.Jeff Toren on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jefftoren/Kitchen Tune Up PA website: https://www.kitchentuneup.com/main-line-pa/
2024-08-2838 minInspired Or AcquiredAlex Forbes - To Scale? Or Sell His Custom Cabinetry Business?Alex Forbes has built Lane17 Custom Cabinetry to +$1.5M revenue. They have great sales momentum and are really hitting their stride in ops to be able to keep scaling, but the business today might not be worth enough to temp Alex to sell. We discuss what size he might want to grow to, how hard this industry is vs other businesses, and the possibility of different ventures in the next few years.Lane17 Cabinet Co website: https://lane17.com/ Alex Forbes on X: https://twitter.com/alexforbes__Bison Business: https://bisonbusiness.com/Appletree: https://a...
2024-08-2135 minInspired Or AcquiredCraig Hausz - Are Accounting Firms or Wealth Management Firms More Valuable?Craig Hausz has grown a fantastic accounting firm and wealth management firm, CMH Advisors, with his wife Michelle. They've recently landed on the Inc5000 list for all their growth the last few years; they've also successfully completed six firm acquisitions. This Inspired Or Acquired episode is a fun discussion of the differences in valuation for accounting firms vs wealth management firms. Plus we estimate the value of CMH Advisors and ask Craig when they might sell the firm.Craig Hausz on X: https://twitter.com/CPATaxTeamCMH Advisors: https://www.cpataxteam.com/Clint Fiore: https...
2024-08-1433 minInspired Or AcquiredAustin Linney - Crazy HVAC Acquisition RollercoasterAustin Linney shares a wild, winding journey of buying an HVAC business that involves huge risk, shady characters, and quickly growing it by +300% within 2 years. Austin Linney on X: https://twitter.com/AustinLinneyClint Fiore on X: https://twitter.com/ClintFiorePatrick Dichter on X: https://twitter.com/patrickdichter
2024-08-0756 min
Inspired Or AcquiredLauren Coleman - Turning Motel Acquisitions Into Development and Hospitality BrandsLauren Coleman is a powerhouse entrepreneur, designer, and mom. She's bought and renovated two motels in Colorado, and has plans for more. Her holding company, The Sursy, is a mix of hospitality brands, retail concepts, and real estate development. We dive into all the adversity and challenges she's overcome to make things happen and the $30M plan she's working on currently.The Sursy website: https://www.thesursy.com/The Sursy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesursy
2024-07-3134 min
Inspired Or AcquiredDustin Keller - Inspiring Rollup of Auto Repair and Real EsateDustin Keller bought a small auto repair business at 19 in Columbus, Ohio. Since then he's grown Alpha Automotive to 9 locations through acquisitions and organic growth. This year he's on pace for over $12M in revenue, and he also owns the real estate at each location. The interview is a great example of compounding, intentional growth, and building wealth through real estate.Alpha Automotive: https://alphaautomotivellc.com/
2024-07-1744 min
Inspired Or AcquiredPeter Lohmann - Could he be tempted to sell his property management business soon?Peter Lohmann has built a great property management business in Columbus, Ohio that does nearly $3M in revenue and only takes 15 hours/week of his time these days. We discuss that journey, how much EOS has helped, and what it could sell for. Peter Lohmann on X: https://twitter.com/pslohmannEOS: https://www.eosworldwide.com/Clint Fiore on X: https://twitter.com/ClintFiorePatrick Dichter on X: https://twitter.com/patrickdichter
2024-07-1039 min
Inspired Or AcquiredAlan Pentz - A Clear Vision For A Big ExitAlan Pentz has grown his government contracting business to $35M in revenue. It hans't been easy and he's stalled out at some previous stages. But he has his sights on a very big exit in a few years and knows what it'll take to get there.Alan Pentz on X: https://twitter.com/apentzSmall Business Mentor newsletter: https://www.smallbusinessmentor.co/subscribe
2024-06-2739 min
Inspired Or AcquiredAll Alaska Outdoors - How do you value this incredible fishing lodge and real estate?Dr. Bob Ledda has built an incredible fishing lodge in Alaska, All Alaska Outdoors. The world class fishing, bear viewing, and remote access has made them famous - as evidenced by a recent viral YouTube video from Wild Fly with +2.2M views. We discuss how the business continues to grow, what it could be worth, and if Dr Bob would sell soon.The lodge: https://www.allalaska.com/WildFly YouTube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kFf-csP-bro
2024-06-2041 min
Inspired Or AcquiredEversite with Joe & Rob Benson - A Business Model Buyers LoveOn this episode of Inspired Or Acquired we have the Eversite founders. Joe Benson and Rob Benson have been in digital marketing for +15 years. They're created Eversite, which is a fast growing 'website as a service subscription' that has happy customers, recurring revenue and great margin. As they keep growing it becomes an ideal target for business buyers where Clint Fiore could see it being worth $20M in the future if they continue on this path. Visit eversite.com to check out their business model or follow Joe on X at https://twitter.com/joebensonx
2024-06-1145 minInspired Or AcquiredJosh Hall - Josh Hall - Making Web Designer Pro To A Sellable AssetJosh Hall successfully sold a web design agency in 2020. Since then he's been creating podcasts, courses and community to help other web designers grow their business. Clint gives a valuation, and we look ahead at a 5 year forecast. We also discuss his pivot in the last year to a paid community model and the decision to create the Web Designer Pro brand.
2024-05-3138 min
Inspired Or AcquiredBryant Suellentrop Discusses Selling Part of His CompanyBryant Suellentrop has quickly built a great recruiting agency, Elevate and Delegate, for US companies to hire team members in the Philippines. Clint Fiore gives a valuation for his company, and Bryant discusses the possibility of selling part of his company. Plus we chat about the recent news of another agency Support Shepherd selling and the future of offshoring.Companies mentioned: https://elevateanddelegate.com/https://www.appletreebusiness.com/https://bisonbusiness.com/
2024-05-2133 min
Inspired Or AcquiredKriss Berg - 7 Figure Profits DTC Business & Car WashesKriss Berg, aka Car Wash Guy on X, has two incredible businesses. His online supplement business drives 7 figures of profit per year, and his car wash businesses eliminate his taxes. Is it too good to sell?
2024-05-1245 min
Inspired Or AcquiredValuing Nolan Gore's Landscaping Business Today and 5 Years OutNolan Gore runs a landscaping business in Austin that's in the top 25% for top line revenue. We discuss his recent acquisition of another landscaping company, why he probably shouldn't sell now, and what his business could be worth in 5 years.
2024-05-0343 minInspired Or AcquiredSam Leslie Shares Debating Selling His Plumbing CompanySam Leslie, @samtleslie on X, bought a plumbing business in Boulder, CO a few years ago. He shares the roller coaster he's been on as operator wanting to sell, then creating the ideal business for him and his team. Plus Sam is a hilarious open book with the audience.
2024-04-2647 minInspired Or AcquiredWould Brian Beers sell or hold is $5M EBITDA Midas franchise group?Brian Beers joins to breakdown how he's grown to +33 Midas locations and +$5M of EBITDA. Clint Fiore gives a current valuation of the business, and we ask Brian if he'd sell now or wants to keep going. We also look at a forecast in excel to see what the numbers could look like in 5 years based on Brian's projected growth rate and Clint's updated valuation. Brian Beers, @brianbeers on X, www.brianbeers.com/ Clint Fiore, @clintfiore on X, www.bisonbusiness.com/Patrick Dichter, @patrickdichter on X, www.appletreebusiness.com/
2024-04-1528 min
Deal FlowClint Fiore with Bison BusinessLinks from the show:* Connect with Clint on X* Connect with Ryan on X* Looking to buy or sell a business About my guest:The company’s Founder and CEO, Clint Fiore, has a unique combination of entrepreneurial, executive leadership, and high-tech systems experience. He has utilized these attributes to create a first-of-its-kind business that systematically removes the mystery and obstacles associated with finding a business, buying and financing the business you want, preparing your existing business for sale, and marketing your business efficiently to its next ow...
2024-03-0830 min
How2Exit: Buy, Don't Build - M&A of Small BusinessesE187: Clint Fiore Discusses the Challenges and Strategies of Buying Businesses"Today's Primary Sponsor is Snowball - www.Snowballclub.com - A private community of entrepreneurial investors helping each other."About the Guest(s): Clint Fiore is a seasoned entrepreneur with broad experience in the small to medium-business acquisitions and mergers sector. As a family business scion, Clint grew up involved in his family's nursery business in North Texas. His entrepreneurial journey led him through sales and marketing roles and on to a series of startups involving manufacturing and angel investment. Clint successfully founded and sold stakes in several startups before identifying his...
2024-02-141h 01
The Be a Man Experience#120 RedemptionThis week Be a Man, John Fiore, Tonzo talk about marriage counselors, Redeeming relationships, Tuning out, Mike Tyson, Convicts, The redemption arc in movies, Will Smith, John Dillinger, The Elvis comeback special, R.Kelly, Robert Downey Jr, Being unredeemable, Redemption in the eyes of god, Clint Eastwood, and skulking.
SHOP/CAMEO/PODCAST/BOOK: http://link.me/bostonbeaman
2024-01-2232 min
Masters in Small Business M&AThe 4 Types of Business Brokers and How to Win Them Over: a Master Class with Clint FioreToday’s guest is Clint Fiore, a small business operator turned M&A broker and the President of Bison Business, a Texas-based business brokerage transacting in both Main Street deals and the lower middle market.
Clint lays out his four different archetypes of business brokers, what makes them tick, and how private equity investors and SMB acquirers can best modify their approaches to successfully close deals with any of them.
Discussion points:
Why Clint decided to starting his own business brokerage
The 80/20 rule of brokers
LOI language tweaks that will resonate with owners and bus...
2024-01-021h 16
Mundane MillionairesClint Fiore: Balancing Profit and PassionIn this insightful episode of Mundane Millionaires, hosts Kevin Henderson and Eric Pacifici engage with Clint Fiore, the dynamic President of Bison Business. Fiore shares his journey from humble beginnings to establishing a successful enterprise. He emphasizes the significance of perseverance and adapting to market changes, offering valuable lessons from his own experiences.The conversation delves into Fiore's business strategies, highlighting how Bison Business evolved. Clint discusses the challenges and triumphs of scaling a business, focusing on the importance of maintaining quality while expanding. His insights on navigating the complexities of national growth are particularly enlightening for...
2023-12-131h 27
Raleigh Williams ExperienceClint Fiore on Reinventing Yourself | How To Take Back Control Over Your Life | S2 EP13Raleigh Williams and Clint Fiore talks about small businesses taking over, the silver tsunami, no money down businesses, finding your way to entrepreneurship and Clint's insights about deals and social media.
This episode is for you if you're interested in shifting to entrepreneurship, leaving your 9-5, business acquisitions, small business deals or even no money down deals. Don't miss it!
—
About Clint
Clint possesses a distinctive blend of entrepreneurial, executive leadership, and high-tech systems expertise. He leverages these skills to establish Bison Business, a contemporary Business Brokerage and M&A firm. Bison Business specializes in simplifying the process of bu...
2023-09-191h 09
Pain To Profits: Podcasts For EntrepreneursHow a Near-Death Experience Led to A Million Dollar Business | Clint Fiore | Pain to Profits Ep. 41In this episode of Painted Profits, host Samson Jagoras interviews Clint Fiore, an entrepreneur and leader of Bison Business. Clint has a diverse background, having worked in sales and marketing, angel-backed startups, and business brokerage and M&A. He has built a successful team and process to help people buy and sell companies with more transparency and efficiency.Clint's journey to entrepreneurship was shaped by a near-death experience when he was 20 years old. He survived a plane crash in a canyon in Arizona and was miraculously unharmed. This experience taught him valuable lessons and formed many of...
2023-09-041h 05
Defenders of Business ValueEP 89: M&A Masterclass: Twitter Spaces ReplayWelcome to "Defenders of Business Value Podcast"! In this exciting episode titled "M&A Masterclass - Twitter Spaces," we are thrilled to bring you an engaging discussion on working with a business broker when buying a business. Ed participated with Kevin Henderson, Clint Fiore, and Eric Pacifici. The topic was how to work effectively with a business broker. Ed and Clint contributed to Eric and Kevin's masterclass newsletter and this Twitter Space was a follow up to it. The following were the key take aways: Communicate your needs: Clearly articulate your specific requirements, such as industry...
2023-06-281h 01
Business Buying Masterclass PodcastSession #4: Business Brokers (Guest Edition)IntroductionBuying a business? Brace yourself for a reality check: you will almost certainly have to engage with business brokers. Here’s why and how you can navigate these vital interactions.Business brokers are the gatekeepers of all that juicy cash-flow you’re chasing.That’s why having the ability to foster productive relationships with brokers is critical to your search.Our goal in today’s session is to peel back the curtain and give you a glimpse into the whacky world of business brokering, providing you insights, tools and tactics necessar...
2023-06-1017 minThe Growth Guide: Self-Improvement | Greatness | Impact | Creators | FI |A Simple System to Transform Your Health, Wealth, and Relationships Forever with Eric PartakerThis week’s episode of The Growth Guide Podcast features Eric Partaker who joined us today to talk about his book: The 3 Alarms: A Simple System to Transform Your Health, Wealth, and Relationships Forever. He is a peak performance expert that helps CEOs, entrepreneurs and leaders reach their full potential, become better leaders and build better businesses.Eric has been named “CEO of the Year” at the 2019 UK Business Excellence Awards, one of the “Top 30 Entrepreneurs in the UK”, 35 and under, by Startups Magazine, and among “Britain’s Most Disruptive Entrepreneurs” by The Telegraph. His work has been featured on...
2023-06-0658 min
The Die Hard MMA PodcastUFC Vegas 73 Dern vs Hill Betting Picks & PredictionsWe are coming off another glorious event full of violence and another solid W! UFC Charlotte took the 2023 podcast record to +41 units!!! The bounce back season is REAL. We are dumpster diving in a big way at UFC Vegas 73 so join us as we preview one more card back in the UFC Apex from a betting perspective and try to keep the heater going!!Support our guest: UFC Free Bet Picks Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freeufcbetp...New Die Hard MMA Merch!! Check out the shop! https://die-hard-mma-podcast-merch.my...Affiliate Links:Join the...
2023-05-171h 42
David C Barnett Small Business and Deal Making M&A SMBLIVE - Interest Rates Threatening Deals- We'll Ask Clint FioreNew Livestream guest- Clint Fiore, principal of Bison Business.
I’m happy to have Clint join me on a live broadcast.
Clint has 8 years of experience as a business broker in Texas.
Tune in and as we’ll be discussing how higher interest rates are affecting deals that he’s facilitating and what sellers may be feeling in response to this new pressure.
This is a ‘must see event’ for buyers and sellers of small businesses.
Be sure to join live so that you can ask questions, replay will be available.
Find Clint online at https://www.bisonbusiness.com
Thanks to our spo...
2023-03-1754 minThe Die Hard MMA PodcastUFC Vegas 67 Imavov vs Strickland Betting Picks & PredictionsWE ARE BACK BABY!! The UFC is back and in full swing. We have a glorious card that will set the table for 2023 and I am expecting violence. Grab your fireball. Grab your tin foil hat! Jump in the chat and come talk about the best sport on the planet as we break these fights down from a gambling perspective for your entertainment.Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaFH...Support Liam: Twitter: @LiamPicksFightsLink Tree: https://linktr.ee/TheLabVIPDie Hard Stimmy T-Shirts: https://pubsportsradio...
2023-01-102h 03
From Adversity to AbundanceFrom Surviving a Plane Crash to Thriving in Business: The Clint Fiore StoryAt 19 years old, Clint Fiore had a near-death experience that caused a major mindset shift in how he views the world and sees life. He says, "always tell people around you how you feel and make that a regular rhythm in your life because you don't know what day will be your last." Clint is an optimist and entrepreneur who sees small businesses as a force for good.In this inspiring conversation with Jamie, Clint shares the story of his near-death experience and how it cost him his dream job but has set a...
2022-11-151h 01
Business GrowthFamily Wealth Manual - Episode 135If I’m going to ask you now: What is your family tradition? What sets your family apart from others? For today’s episode, Spencer excitedly shares all about the Family Wealth Manual. Inspired by Clint Fiore, Spencer shares why having a personal family manual can help families not only in growing their wealth but also in making better choices to grow their legacy and in avoiding decisions that could have negative consequences. Without a plan, you may make decisions that have negative consequences for your family's wealth. Episode Highlights Who is Clint Fiore? Why...
2022-08-1604 min
David C Barnett Small Business and Deal Making M&A SMB19 Ways Brokers and Sellers overprice SMBs.Clint Fiore lists out ways in which brokers overprice businesses. Isn’t a high price their job?
Not really, but you’ll have to stay to the end to find out what I think they should really be doing.
I cover this and more in this week’s video: https://youtu.be/LzfDmKetafY https://youtu.be/Zet2HvYT1_o
Learn how to buy an already-successful and profitable business even in the covid-recession https://www.BusinessBuyerAdvantage.com
Book a call with me at https://www.CallDavidBarnett.com
Books can be found in my Amazon store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/davidbarnett
Stop m...
2022-06-2239 min
Let's Buy a BusinessHow to View Mainstreet Businesses in a Recession with Clint FioreClint has 7+ years as a broker. 40+ deals. That's a lot. Bought businesses, grew them, hired operators, a pilot, an awesome dad, etc. He's one of the clearest thinkers I've met in this space and that's because this isn't his first rodeo. You're gonna love these gems by Clint. Episode Resources Exclusive to Let's Buy a Business podcast, get $25 just by taking a demo to learn more about Divvy, sign up here: Divvy | Start or letsbuyabusiness.com/divvy Connect with Ryan Condie http://linkedin.com/in/ryancondie http://letsbuyabusiness.com/ https://forms...
2022-06-1726 min
Acquisitions Anonymous - #1 for business buying, selling and operatingWeird & Wonderful War Stories with Clint Fiore - Acquisitions Anonymous Episode 102Mills Snell (@thegeneralmills) is joined by Clint Fiore (@ClintFiore), to talk about 2 War Stories where we get the broker's perspective. We have an aging owner, health issues, family dynamics, and Key operators involved. Then we have a second Deal where there’s some creative financing that must happen in order for the Deal to come through.-----Thanks to our sponsors!* CloudBookkeeping offers adaptable solutions to businesses that want to focus on growth with a “client service first” approach. They offer a full suite of accounting services, including sophisticated reporting, QuickBooks software solutions, and full-service payrol...
2022-06-1548 min
Acquiring MindsHow to Get Good Deals from BrokersBusiness broker Clint Fiore explains how to most effectively work with brokers to find good businesses to buy. Themes from Clint's interview:Brokers' pet peeves about acquisition entrepreneurs......and how to avoid themMost important thing you communicate to a brokerLife cycle of a business for saleSearcher brandingThe reality of the "silver tsunami"Seller psychologyThe master skill right now for buying businessesReach Clint at:TwitterLinkedInGet complimentary due diligence on your acquisition's insurance & benefits program:Oberle Risk Strategies - Search Fund TeamRegister here for the live session with Chelsea Wood o...
2022-06-071h 10
Real Talk with Zuby#205 Clint Fiore - 'Cheating Death and Winning at Life'Clint Fiore has a unique combination of entrepreneurial, executive leadership, and high-tech systems experience. He has utilized these attributes to create Texas Business Buyers, a first-of-its-kind business that systematically removes the mystery and obstacles associated with finding a business, buying and financing the business you want, preparing your existing business for sale, and marketing your business efficiently to its next owner. Follow Zuby - https://twitter.com/zubymusicFollow Clint - https://twitter.com/ClintFioreSponsor: Watch Tuttle Twins episodes for FREE at https://tuttletwins.tvSubscribe to the 'Real Talk W...
2022-05-131h 14
Let's Buy a BusinessHow to Buy a SBA Business with an Investor - Thread by Clint FioreHow to buy a business with little to no personal money down. Keep in mind, this is a path to do it but has some nuances that can be tough to do. Most deals will require money from you, as the buyer. You will also need to sign a fat Personal Guarantee and put in the sweat equity. This isn't a free ride. :) Episode Resources Help to defend Ukraine — Donate to Ukraine's main charity fund Help to defend Ukraine — Donate to the fund of the National Bank of Ukraine Connect with Ryan Condie http...
2022-03-1711 min
Acquisitions Anonymous - #1 for business buying, selling and operatingBusiness Broker Secrets with Clint Fiore - Acquisitions Anonymous e76If you liked this episode, subscribe to our weekly newsletter and receive new episodes, offers and learnings directly to your inbox every week:https://landing-newsletter.acquanon.com/----Michael Girdley (@Girdley) is joined by Clint Fiore (@ClintFiore) to talk about Business Brokers. We discuss: What they do on a day-to-day basis, their value-add, why they're (Sometimes) unpopular, trends he sees in the market and more.-----* Do you love Acquanon and want to see our smiling faces? Subscribe to our Youtube channel.* Do you enjoy our content? Rate our...
2022-03-1148 min
CinemáticoCry MachoDo alto de seus 91 anos de idade, Clint Eastwood segue firme e forte nas telonas. Após entregar dois filmes fortes com A Mula e O Caso Richard Jewell, o cineasta volta a se aventurar à frente das câmeras com o agridoce Cry Macho: O Caminho Para Redenção, projeto que busca sair nos cinemas desde os anos 80. A premissa absurda de um cowboy nonagenário resgatando um garoto e seu galo de luta no México naturalmente dividiu a audiência, com alguns vendo poesia e outros se indignando com a simplicidade do projeto, mas um fato é inegável: o dir...
2021-09-211h 12
Creating Richer LivesIt's A Great Time To Buy OR Sell A BusinessOn this week's podcast, Karl welcomes Clint Fiore, CEO of Texas Business Buyers. Clint tells us this is one of the best times ever to buy OR sell a company due to several factors.
2021-02-0649 minCreating Richer LivesIt's A Great Time To Buy OR Sell A BusinessOn this week's podcast, Karl welcomes Clint Fiore, CEO of Texas Business Buyers. Clint tells us this is one of the best times ever to buy OR sell a company due to several factors.
2021-02-0649 min
Slow Flowers PodcastEpisode 471: Lisa Fiore of Landscape Hub on the digital plant-selling platform that opens new sales channels for Slow Flowers growersAs many of you know, I was very active in horticulture circles as a home, garden and landscaping writer for nearly 20 years, long before I became obsessed with flower farming and floral design. Over the past decade, I have been completely immersed in founding, developing and nurturing the Slow Flowers Movement, which has been the most professionally rewarding experience of my life. And yet, I continue to take side trips back into horticulture. I met today's guest, Lisa Fiore, CEO of Landscape Hub, on one of those excursions.
We were introduced by a mutual friend, Clint Albin, a nursery industry...
2020-09-1648 min
Plano AbertoSessão Dupla #4: A Mula, com Fellipe José SouzaNeste episódio do Sessão Dupla, Matheus Fiore e Fellipe José Souza discutem sobre A Mula, filme de Clint Eastwood que chegou aos cinemas brasileiros em 2019. Siga o Plano Aberto nas redes sociais:Twitter > www.twitter.com/PlanoAbertoSiteInstagram > www.instagram.com/planoabertoPara ler crítica do Matheus para A Mula, clique aqui.
2019-11-2045 min
How to Lose Money33: How to Lose Money by Getting Fired from Your Own Company with Clint FioreAre you interested in starting a successful business? Success can be just as dangerous as failure, and Clint knows this well. Clint Fiore has a unique combination of entrepreneurial, executive leadership, and high-tech systems experience. He has utilized these attributes to create a first-of-its-kind business that systematically removes the mystery and obstacles associated with finding a business, buying and financing the business you want, preparing your existing business for sale, and marketing your business efficiently to its next owner. His experience includes: Founding Partner of a Texas-Based, 50 employee, Manufacturing Company that launched two national co...
2017-03-1349 min