122: How to Buy a Company as an Acquisition Entrepreneur - Ben Rizzo, Hartwood Point
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Ben Rizzo, Founder of Hartwood Point, makes direct private investments across the US and UK, primarily in operator-led buyouts. Ben talks with Succession Stories host, Laurie Barkman, about acquisitions, and how he turned around a distressed business and sold it in just two years. Having experience on both sides of M&A deals, Ben shares practical tips for business owners and acquisition entrepreneurs. Owners will gain insights about what you can do now to get your business sell-ready and be better prepared for a great exit when the time comes to sell.
Listen to learn more about:
Getting started as an acquisition entrepreneur
How to look for recurring revenue
Transitioning from family business to a new owner
What an M&A process entails
Selling to a private equity buyer
Advisor network for acquisition deals
Advice for small business owners looking to sell
Show links:
- Ben Rizzo: Ben@Hartwoodpoint.com Website: https://www.hartwoodpoint.com/
- How will you decide when to sell? Text 'Transition' to +1-646-495-9867 to get the EndGame eBook.
- Follow the Succession Stories YouTube Channel
- Connect with Laurie Barkman on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauriebarkman/
- Get your copy of Laurie Barkman's book, “The Business Transition Handbook” on Amazon https://amzn.to/3Hqj2eo
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About Succession Stories Podcast
Succession Stories is an award-winning podcast guiding entrepreneurs from transition to transaction. Hosted by Laurie Barkman, author of "The Business Transition Handbook: How to Avoid Transition Pitfalls and Create Valuable Exit Options."
Learn more about Laurie's strategic business transition planning and M&A advisory services by visiting: https://thebusinesstransitionsherpa.com
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