Acquiring businesses, teaching entrepreneurs how to acquire businesses and helping entrepreneurs scale businesses through acquisitions and marketing. Jon is adept at negotiation, marketing strategy, structuring and funding of mergers and acquisitions IPOs and exit strategies.
→ CEO of Stack Acquisitions - we acquire and help other companies acquire - I have worked on about 10 total - its like tackles in football, sometimes you get credited for just a fraction.
→ Host of Top M&A Entrepreneurs Podcast – my 50+guests have acquired 700+ businesses worth over $60 billion in value - What have I learned? Entrepreneurs that acquire 1 -2, talk about tactics. The Entrepreneurs that acquire 10+, talk mindset - add a Zero and ask, "How Can I double my business in 6 Months?"
→ Investor Acquisition Advisors – Reg A Crowdfund Raised for OTC companies. We raised $100 Million+ and only worked with publicly traded OTC companies by partnering with a PE firm. They came into offer at 15% discount, needed share price and trading volume - did not work with private companies - no liquidity events.
→ Helped Novo Integrated Sciences (NASDAQ: NVOS) with acquisitions and Uplist from OTC to NASDAQ in direct listing. Shares went from $4 to $37 in one day.
→ CenturyHearingAids.com – Bought this ecommerce business - it was distressed, rebuilt it: simplified product line - only sold 3 levels of hearing aids, automated and outsourced everything, sold it on EmpireFlippers.com (in 72 hours I guess I underpriced it)
→ Bought a Course Business, one of my first business acquisitions, “How to be a Game Tester” – hugely profitable but had to shut it down after 6 months - in violation of yahoo ad policies - not everything works out in buying a business - lesson: better Due Diligence.
→ Turbo Squid – Cofounder, VP of Marketing/Sales raised $5million from Intel and Advantage Capital – sold to Shutterstock many, many years later
→ Northern Arizona University – Electronic Engineering
→ USAF Staff Sergeant, enlisted, did a few good things and got a ride in an F4 Phantom - top speed 1,400mph - got yellow but did not puke.
→ First Acquisition Experience- in my teens, bought a calf for $90 and sold for over $1000
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Can Self-Funded Searchers REALLY Raise MILLIONS of CAPITAL to Buy a Business? Sean Smith of Search Fund Ventures explains how its done. Takeaways• Search Fund Ventures focuses on self-funded se…
Can Self-Funded Sear…
Can Self-Funded Searchers REALLY Raise MILLIONS of CAPITAL to Buy a Business? Sean Smith of Search Fund Ventures explains how its done. Takeaways• Search Fund Ventures focuses on self-funded searchers and independent sponsors.• They target essential products and services for investment.• Investment involves filling equity gaps for searchers.• Sean emphasizes the importance of downside and upside return scenarios.• Recent Successful deals are evaluated based on strong revenue bases and recurring revenue.• Searcher qualifications include financial backgrounds and indus…
SummaryIn this conversation, Jon Stoddard interviews John Panaccione, an Army veteran and entrepreneur who co-founded LogicBay and later launched Folla Capital. They discuss the intricacies of partici…
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SummaryIn this conversation, Jon Stoddard interviews John Panaccione, an Army veteran and entrepreneur who co-founded LogicBay and later launched Folla Capital. They discuss the intricacies of participating preferred equity, the challenges of raising capital for small to medium-sized business acquisitions, and the evolving landscape of SBA loans. John shares insights on structuring deals, investor relations, and the importance of understanding the rules surrounding capital raising. The discussion highlights the opportunities available for buyers looking to acquire businesses without significan…
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Jon and Holli discuss the critical topic of spotting fraud in small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) during mergers and acquisitions (M&A). They outline seven red flags that potential buyers shou…
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Jon and Holli discuss the critical topic of spotting fraud in small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) during mergers and acquisitions (M&A). They outline seven red flags that potential buyers should be aware of, including inconsistent financial statements, unusual revenue trends, unreported liabilities, and more. The discussion emphasizes the importance of due diligence and thorough examination of financial records to identify potential fraud and protect investments.TakeawaysFraud is prevalent in 10-30% of transactions. Inconsistent financial statements can indicate manipulation. Due…
Can Self-Funded Searchers REALLY Raise MILLIONS of CAPITAL to Buy a Business? Sean Smith of Search Fund Ventures explains how its done.Takeaways• Search Fund Ventures focuses on self-funded …
Can Self-Funded Sear…
Can Self-Funded Searchers REALLY Raise MILLIONS of CAPITAL to Buy a Business? Sean Smith of Search Fund Ventures explains how its done.Takeaways• Search Fund Ventures focuses on self-funded searchers and independent sponsors. • They target essential products and services for investment. • Investment involves filling equity gaps for searchers. • Sean emphasizes the importance of downside and upside return scenarios. • Recent Successful deals are evaluated based on strong revenue bases and recurring revenue. • Searcher qualifications include financial backgrounds and ind…
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SummaryNathan Lenaha…
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SummaryIn this conversation, Daniel Gertrudes shares his journey from a corporate background to becoming an entrepreneur in the accounting industry. He discusses the challenges and insights gained fro…
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SummaryIn this conversation, Daniel Gertrudes shares his journey from a corporate background to becoming an entrepreneur in the accounting industry. He discusses the challenges and insights gained from acquiring accounting firms, transforming operations to the cloud, and the evolution of financial services. The conversation also delves into marketing strategies, the impact of Technology, and the future of accounting in the face of AI and changing market dynamics. Daniel emphasizes the importance of Relationships, cash flow management, and the strategic decisions that have shaped his business, …
Think you have what it takes to buy a business? Take the assessment https://www.dealflowsystem.netSummaryIn this conversation, Daniel Gertrudes shares his journey from a corporate background to …
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Think you have what it takes to buy a business? Take the assessment https://www.dealflowsystem.netSummaryIn this conversation, Daniel Gertrudes shares his journey from a corporate background to becoming an entrepreneur in the accounting industry. He discusses the challenges and insights gained from acquiring accounting firms, transforming operations to the cloud, and the evolution of financial services. The conversation also delves into marketing strategies, the impact of technology, and the future of accounting in the face of AI and changing market dynamics. Daniel emphasizes the import…
Why Buying Your First Business is the Hardest. We Make it Easy. www.DealFlowSystem.netMichael Ly reveals how he built Reconciled from the ground up and then acquired 3 more accounting firms. Disco…
Why Buying Your Firs…
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Why Buying Your First Business is the Hardest. We Make it Easy. www.DealFlowSystem.netMichael Ly reveals how he built Reconciled from the ground up and then acquired 3 more accounting firms. Disco…
Why Buying Your Firs…
Why Buying Your First Business is the Hardest. We Make it Easy. www.DealFlowSystem.netMichael Ly reveals how he built Reconciled from the ground up and then acquired 3 more accounting firms. Discover his secrets to scaling with outsourced accounting, cold email outreach, and using tech to streamline the workload. He uncovers the biggest challenges in the accounting industry today—AI, fewer grads, and more. Michael shares insights on finding capital partners, integrating firms, keeping clients and staff happy, and how to grow even bigger by adding services and moving upstream.Takeaways …
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SummaryAdam Coffey discusses the re-release of his book, Private Equity Playbook, and the importance of understanding private equity for entrepreneurs. He explains how private equity works, including the process of raising funds, buying and growing companies, and generating returns. Coffey emphasizes the potential for entrepreneurs to use private equity as a tool for wealth creation and multiple exits. He also discusses the concept of buy and build strategies and the role of platform companies in the private equity industry. Adam Coffey discusses his role as an equity plateau and the different…
SummaryPatrick O'Connell, a quality of earnings specialist, discusses the importance of analyzing the true earnings potential of a business before buying or selling. He highlights five red flags …
SummaryPatrick O&apo…
SummaryPatrick O'Connell, a quality of earnings specialist, discusses the importance of analyzing the true earnings potential of a business before buying or selling. He highlights five red flags to watch out for in a potential deal: pending lawsuits, high employee turnover, inconsistent financials, declining market share, and key dependence on a few customers. Patrick emphasizes the need for thorough due diligence and understanding the story behind the numbers. He also provides insights into evaluating two specific deals, a tech wholesaler and a medical tech blog.Chapters00:00 Introductio…
Learn how to buy a Million Dollar Business - www.Dealflowsystem.netSummaryPatrick O'Connell, a quality of earnings specialist, discusses the importance of analyzing the true earnings potential of …
Learn how to buy a M…
Learn how to buy a Million Dollar Business - www.Dealflowsystem.netSummaryPatrick O'Connell, a quality of earnings specialist, discusses the importance of analyzing the true earnings potential of a business before buying or selling. He highlights five red flags to watch out for in a potential deal: pending lawsuits, high employee turnover, inconsistent financials, declining market share, and key dependence on a few customers. Patrick emphasizes the need for thorough due diligence and understanding the story behind the numbers. He also provides insights into evaluating two specific deals, a…
Audio OnlyMeet Sam Rosati, the co-founder of Premier Solutions Group, who saw untapped potential in an unexpected niche: fencing companies in the sunbelt region and one in the southwest.With each…
Audio OnlyMeet Sam…
Audio OnlyMeet Sam Rosati, the co-founder of Premier Solutions Group, who saw untapped potential in an unexpected niche: fencing companies in the sunbelt region and one in the southwest.With each acquisition, Sam learned that success in this industry wasn't just about numbers; it was about people. He built a team of rock stars, each member handpicked for their ability to take on challenges and drive the business forward. Sam knew he couldn’t do it all alone, so he mastered the art of delegation, empowering his team to excel.The road to success wasn't without obstacles. Sam needed capi…
SummarySam Rosati co-founder of Premier Solutions Group, discusses his experience in acquiring and growing fence companies in the sunbelt region. He highlights the importance of focusing on commercial…
SummarySam Rosati co…
SummarySam Rosati co-founder of Premier Solutions Group, discusses his experience in acquiring and growing fence companies in the sunbelt region. He highlights the importance of focusing on commercial fencing, which offers larger projects and a competitive advantage. Sam also emphasizes the significance of building a strong team and delegating tasks to ensure the success of the business. He shares insights on the acquisition process, including the need for capital and the importance of understanding the seller's objectives. Sam discusses the challenges and lessons learned in scaling the b…
Meet Robert Kirila and Mark Whaling, the duo behind Black Powder Partners—a game-changing venture that's turning the dream of entrepreneurship into a reality for special forces veterans. Born o…
Meet Robert Kirila a…
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Meet Robert Kirila and Mark Whaling, the duo behind Black Powder Partners—a game-changing venture that's turning the dream of entrepreneurship into a reality for special forces veterans. Born out of…
Meet Robert Kirila a…
Meet Robert Kirila and Mark Whaling, the duo behind Black Powder Partners—a game-changing venture that's turning the dream of entrepreneurship into a reality for special forces veterans. Born out of their passion for aiding these heroes as they transition to civilian life, their journey began with Your Grateful Nation, a nonprofit dedicated to helping special forces veterans find success in the corporate world. But they quickly discovered that while many veterans excelled in traditional roles, their true calling lay in the bold, entrepreneurial landscape.Black Powder Partners is not your t…