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Mergers and Acquisitions
Private Equity
Equity Launchpad
Independent Sponsor
Franchising
Entrepreneurship
R&D Tax Credit
Benzinga
Sell Leaseback
Infinite Banking
SBA
Exit Planning
Digital Assets
Sale Leaseback
Digital Marketing
Logistics
Orange Theory Fitness
Deferred Sales Trust
Finparency
SAB Capital

Gain insights on acquiring, investing in, and selling profitable businesses in the lower to middle market. Whether you are a business owner, investor, or aspiring entrepreneur, The M&A Launchpad Podcast equips you with the knowledge and guidance to navigate the world of mergers and acquisitions. Watch on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MALaunchpad Apply to be a guest: forms.gle/pqNb8xrzy... more

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In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Casey Minshew and Feras Moussa sit down with John Blanchard and Nick Saloom of Engineered Tax Mitigation to unpack how business owners can dramatically reduce the tax hit on a sale. John and Nick ex... more

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In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Casey Minshew and Feras Moussa sit down with Mark Hartmann, Lower Middle Market M&A Advisor and Business Broker at HartmannRhodes and author of *The Sweat Equity Payday*. Mark spent years building a... more

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In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Casey Minshew and Feras Moussa sit down with Betsy Kauffman, Founder & CEO of Cross Impact, a Charlotte-based leadership coaching and organizational development firm, and author of the new book The ... more

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In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Casey Minshew and Feras Moussa sit down with Sequoya Borgman, Founder & CEO of Borgman Capital, a Milwaukee-based independent sponsor firm that has completed over 20 acquisitions in roughly a decade... more

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Recent Guests

Mark Hartmann
Lower middle market mergers and acquisitions advisor slash business broker
HartmannRhodes
Episode: The $1M Mistake That Made a Broker with Mark Hartmann
Betsy Kauffman
Coach, M&A expert, author
Independent/Her own practice
Episode: The $14M Deal That Almost Closed with Betsy Kauffman
Sequoya Borgman
Founder of Borgman Capital, independent sponsor
Borgman Capital
Episode: 1,500 Deals, 20 Acquisitions, 1 Gut Punch with Sequoya Borgman
Chris Burke
Australian entrepreneur, founder of Aduvo, former head of projects at Brickendon
Aduvo / Brickendon
Episode: The $13M Deal That Unlocked Scale with Christopher Burke
Andrew Kurzrok
Owner/Operator of Hopewell Sheet Metal Manufacturing
Hopewell Sheet Metal Manufacturing
Episode: Stop Chasing Sexy Deals: Why This Buyer Chose Sheet Metal with Andrew Kurzrok
Kevin Baker
Leader on inorganic growth for Emergency Care Partners (ECP)
Emergency Care Partners (ECP)
Episode: Inside the ER Rollup Serving 1.5 Million Patients with Kevin Baker
Mike Ehrle
Founder of FinParency, former HR/benefits and M&A executive
FinParency
Episode: Why 20% of Small Business Owners Close Instead of Sell | Mike Ehrle
Robert Checchia
CFO at Benzinga, financial media and data company
Benzinga
Episode: How PE-Backed Companies Scale Fintech Revenue with Robert Checchia
Fareed Kaisani
Corporate M&A attorney
MW Law
Episode: Legal Mistakes that Kill Acquisitions with Fareed Kaisani

Hosts

Casey Minshew
Host of The M&A Launchpad Podcast, Equity Launchpad
Feras Moussa
Co-host/Founder of Equity Launchpad; host on the show

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 26 ratings
  • Great show - Great guys

    Super conversational, tons of valuable information for people, looking to buy a business, and even some additional info for those on the cell side of the equation. Definitely worth subscribing.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Adam Koos
    United Statesa year ago
  • Excellent podcast for anyone interested in M & A

    The hosts do an excellent job, lots of good info regardless of where you are in your ETA journey

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    charles123345667889
    United States2 years ago
  • Knowledgeable hosts

    I had a great time interviewing on the show with Casey and Feras! They are both seasoned entrepreneurs and you can feel it in the realness of their questions and how they dig into the nuts and bolts of what makes entrepreneurs successful.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Entre John
    United States2 years ago
  • Great for both beginners and veterans!

    I’m working on acquiring my first m&a deal and can’t understate how valuable the information in these episodes has been in helping me get started! Feras and Casey are both a wealth of knowledge and every guest impresses me more than the last!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nader moussa
    United States2 years ago
  • Great podcast to learn all about M&A

    Love this podcast. I'm new to M&A, and I get so much information on how to invest in, buy and sell companies.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MA_VIN
    United States2 years ago

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Episodes are accessible for beginners yet valuable for veterans seeking refinements.
Guests consistently bring practical, real-world deal experience and templates.
Listeners value the actionable, nuts-and-bolts approach to deals.

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Why 20% of Small Business Owners Close Instead of Sell | Mike Ehrle
Q: What makes the process different for buyers and sellers?
The platform creates a structured, two-sided matching mechanism: on the seller side, it benchmarks readiness and fixes red flags; on the buyer side, it curates a pool of interested acquirers and potential bankers when appropriate, accelerating the deal while reducing surprises at close.
Why 20% of Small Business Owners Close Instead of Sell | Mike Ehrle
Q: What is FinParency and how does someone access it?
FinParency is a platform to diagnose, prepare, and connect small business owners with buyers, guiding them through a multi-step process and matching them with buyers. Access is via finparency.ai or finparency.com, with guided onboarding and a consultative process from the team.
Building Powerful Brand Stories & M&A Strategies with Mark Tarchetti
Q: How can someone land their first acquisition in consumer products?
Passion for the category, watching consumer behavior in-store, validating product performance, and a disciplined, staged expansion plan are key for first acquisitions and early success.
Building Powerful Brand Stories & M&A Strategies with Mark Tarchetti
Q: What was the most memorable moment in your business journey?
He recalls a long, trust-based founder deal where personal rapport and persistence culminated in a lasting partnership, underscoring the value of relationships over quick wins.
Building Powerful Brand Stories & M&A Strategies with Mark Tarchetti
Q: What do you like to do in your free time?
Mark describes being a foodie who loves cooking, wine, and maintaining balance with workouts, illustrating a well-rounded approach to personal life that supports a high-performance mindset in business.

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Frequently Asked Questions About M&A Launchpad

What is M&A Launchpad about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on mergers and acquisitions in the lower to middle market, with a practical, founder- and operator-focused lens. Episodes cover deal sourcing, financing, governance, and post-close integration, often featuring guests who are entrepreneurs, operators, lawyers, accountants, or PE professionals sharing real-world playbooks, templates, and cautionary tales. A standout trait is the emphasis on actionable frameworks (cash management, deal structuring, add-on acquisitions) and the use of case studies to illuminate complex topics like independent sponsorship, SBA financing, and strategic use of tax incentives. Listeners likely include aspiring buyers, current owners, and dealmakers seeking concrete tactics to buy, grow, and financ... more

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2. Betsy Kauffman
3. Sequoya Borgman
4. Chris Burke
5. Andrew Kurzrok
6. Kevin Baker
7. Mike Ehrle
8. Robert Checchia

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