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M&A Diaries - S2EP6 - Alan Whitman - How Baker Tilly Grew from $500M to $1.5B

How2Exit

Post-retirement, he advises CEOs, writes, and shares his “strategy-first” philosophy—soon to be published in book form. PE money is not the villain – Institutional capital, when paired with clear strategy and accountability, can actually de-risk growth—not derail it. How you build systems.

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How to Sell a Business in Puerto Rico (Without Losing Your Mind or Millions)

How2Exit

E285: How to Sell a Business in Puerto Rico (Without Losing Your Mind or Millions) - Watch Here About the Guest: Francisco Uriarte is Managing Partner at Connelly Capital, a Puerto Rico-based M&A advisory firm. Pre-sale readiness is underrated – Many businesses, especially sub-$3M in revenue, don’t keep formal books.

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Exit Planning Through an Investment Banker’s Lens

Focus Investment Banking

Can your team manage sales/marketing, supply chain, relationships, and business decisions independently? Supplier Diversification If one supplier accounts for >40% of your sourcing, buyers become concerned, especially with risks like tariffs in 2025. Consistently book expenses to the appropriate line item.

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Equity Research vs. Investment Banking: Careers, Compensation, Exits, and AI/Automation Risk

Mergers and Inquisitions

Investment Banking Definition: Investment bankers advise companies on mergers, acquisitions, and debt and equity deals and earn fees for closed deals; equity research professionals follow public companies, issue buy/sell/hold recommendations, interface between management teams and investors, and earn money from selling their research.

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How activist Elliott could use its data center know-how to amplify returns at Equinix

CNBC: Investing

per share) Stock Chart Icon Stock chart icon Equinix shares in 2025 Activist: Elliott Investment Management Ownership: n/a Average Cost: n/a Activist Commentary: Elliott is a very successful and astute activist investor. Stock Market Value : $75.53B ($771.75 It is important to note that Elliott has tremendous experience with data centers.

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How to Sell an IT Business: Everything You Need to Know in Five Minutes

Sun Acquisitions

Selling a business in Information Technology (IT) or within the Managed Services Provider (MSP) space means getting both of these things right. Having any one client account for too much of your revenue creates risk for buyers. Its a complex process with a lot of things to manage, including legal, financial, and operational challenges.

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How Mike Lampert Grew New England Truck Center Through Acquisitions

Focus Investment Banking

He breaks down his approach to identifying targets, managing risk, integrating teams, and why company culture and people are critical in every deal. Mike Lampert: Right now our main focus, I mean we do towing heavy truck repair, we build and sell tow trucks. service and commercial accounts. The brand is NRC. They’re right.