Minds Capital Podcast

Will Smith & Niklas James

Private Equity

Independent Sponsorship

Investment Strategy

Investment Strategies

Hair Cuttery

Guatemala

Crunch Fitness

Lower Middle Market

Distressed Investing

Covid-19

Minds Capital

Coltala Holdings

Retail Investors

Soccer

Deal Flow

Trust

Building Products

Self-Funded Search

Multi-Location Retail

Franchising

Your connection to the growing world of independent sponsors and deal-by-deal private equity.

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Publishes	Weekly	Episodes	30	Founded	7 months ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	BusinessInvestingEntrepreneurship

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From Public Company CEO to Independent Sponsor

Jeff Goldstein is an independent sponsor at Breakwater Management, formerly a private credit fund. Earlier this year they closed their first independent sponsor transaction of a marketing company called Chemistry Communications, which Minds Capital i... more

17 Sep 2025 • 1 hr 8 min

To Exit or Not to Exit: 2x MOIC in 2 Years

Sarkaw Aziz acquired a $5 million EBITDA vacation rental platform in Colorado, structured it with a 50% seller rollover and a 3x EBITDA seller note, and exited just two years later with 2x MOIC and a 41% IRR.

References and how to contact today's gu... more

3 Sep 2025 • 1 hr 6 min

The 3-5-7x MOIC Underwriting Framework

Rick Apple built Upside Growth Partners out of Nashville after starting his career in the finance grind of New York. A Princeton grad turned entrepreneur, he has scaled 12 platforms while raising 5 kids at home. From a breakout children’s clothing br... more

27 Aug 2025 • 1 hr 17 min

A Portfolio Marked Up at 10x MOIC

Stenning Schueppert, based in Austin, leads Evolution Strategy Partners, one of the most transparent and high-performing independent sponsors west of the Mississippi. A private equity veteran and zinger machine, Stenning shares refreshing insights on... more

20 Aug 2025 • 1 hr 12 min

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Recent Guests

Jeff Goldstein

Former public company CEO and current independent sponsor at Breakwater Management

Breakwater Management

Episode: From Public Company CEO to Independent Sponsor

Sarkaw Aziz

Entrepreneur and former owner of a vacation rental property management company

Episode: To Exit or Not to Exit: 2x MOIC in 2 Years

Rick Apple

Founder of Upside Growth Partners, has closed multiple platforms and successful exits in private equity.

Upside Growth Partners

Episode: The 3-5-7x MOIC Underwriting Framework

Stenning Schueppert

CEO of Evolution Strategy Partners and independent sponsor since the 1990s

Evolution Strategy Partners

Episode: A Portfolio Marked Up at 10x MOIC

Zack Miller

Independent sponsor and co-founder of Worklyn Partners, with significant experience in IT and cybersecurity.

Worklyn Partners

Episode: Combining 2 Platforms to Reach $20m EBITDA

Luis Reyes

Founder and CEO of IBV (Iberian Ventures), a company specializing in fire safety business consolidation in Spain.

IBV

Episode: 24 Add-Ons in 24 Months

David Acharya

Founder of Acharya Capital Partners and leader of the Independent Sponsor Alliance

Acharya Capital Partners

Episode: 20x MOIC After Decade-Long Hold

Doug Song

Veteran independent sponsor and co-founder of Prodos Capital

Prodos Capital

Episode: Carving Out an 8x MOIC in 3 Years

Cory Sandrock

Independent sponsor and founder of Pareto and Company

Pareto and Company

Episode: Quadruple EBITDA in 3.5 Years, Then Exit at 14x

Hosts

Will Smith

Host and co-host known for his engaging interviewing style and natural approach to discussions, particularly in entrepreneurship and private equity.

Niklas James

Co-host who provides thoughtful insights and analysis during episodes, enhancing discussions around independent sponsorship and private equity.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 28 ratings

Great Podcast
This is a great addition to the SMB podcast market. The independent sponsor model has received far too little attention. Thanks for shedding light on the space!
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5
BudFox87
United States6 months ago
Svend Hansen
Couldn’t follow the tips. Went bankrupt. Do not recommend
Apple Podcasts
1
tildeeridubai
Norway6 months ago
Another great show from Will Smith
Will is a great interviewer, I have been a listener for a long time and it is easy to overlook how thoughtful his questions are because he has such a natural style.
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5
corporate_struggling
United States7 months ago
Great podcast!
Keep up the good work, Will & Niklas! Thank you for this terrific new resource for people, considering buying an operating their own business.
Apple Podcasts
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Plazure
United States7 months ago

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Feedback highlights the thoughtful interview style of the hosts, particularly their ability to ask probing questions that resonate with the audience's interests.

Some reviews express that the content is invaluable for those considering buying or operating their own business, reinforcing the practical advice provided.

Listeners appreciate the insightful discussions that shed light on the independent sponsor model, which is often overlooked in mainstream conversations.

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Apple Podcasts	#217	United States/Business/Entrepreneurship
Apple Podcasts	#153	Canada/Business/Entrepreneurship
Apple Podcasts	#109	Austria/Business/Entrepreneurship
Apple Podcasts	#133	Finland/Business/Entrepreneurship
Apple Podcasts	#205	Norway/Business/Entrepreneurship
Apple Podcasts	#232	New Zealand/Business/Entrepreneurship

Talking Points

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To Exit or Not to Exit: 2x MOIC in 2 Years

Q: What were the strategic motivations behind the early exit?

Factors included competitive pressures, the desire for a win on the board, and concerns over macroeconomic risks.

To Exit or Not to Exit: 2x MOIC in 2 Years

Q: What does your company look like and why has it become hot?

The industry has good business fundamentals, including recurring revenue and high margins, which attract investment.

To Exit or Not to Exit: 2x MOIC in 2 Years

Q: How did you decide after only two years to exit a platform?

The decision was made based on an attractive offer and the belief that it was a good time to exit despite it being quicker than initially planned.

24 Add-Ons in 24 Months

Q: Can you talk a little bit about the distinction? Because clearly you have found codified the approach to closing a lot of deals in a way that you can manage operationally.

For small businesses, most of them are not professional. The complexity comes from dealing with entrepreneurs who can be mercurial.

24 Add-Ons in 24 Months

Q: Luis, could you explain to us how the process, because you've talked a lot about how you research the industry, how you checked all the boxes in terms of being fragmented and unsophisticated.

We researched the best players that are public companies, purred through transcripts of quarterly reports, and established parameters about revenue per technician and back office to front office personnel.

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Focused on the evolving landscape of independent sponsorship and deal-by-deal private equity, insights cover a wide range of topics including investment strategies, operational excellence, and entrepreneurial journeys. The content is rich with personal experiences from guests like independent sponsors, private equity investors, and entrepreneurs, offering a blend of practical advice and high-level strategies for achieving significant returns on investment. Noteworthy episodes explore various industries and unique approaches to private equity, making it appealing to both aspiring and seasoned entrepreneurs seeking to navigate this competitive field.

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1. Acquiring Minds
2. Think Big, Buy Small
3. Acquisitions Anonymous - #1 for business buying, selling and operating
4. Built to Sell Radio
5. The Private Equity Podcast, by Raw Selection

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Recent guests on Minds Capital Podcast include:

1. Jeff Goldstein
2. Sarkaw Aziz
3. Rick Apple
4. Stenning Schueppert
5. Zack Miller
6. Luis Reyes
7. David Acharya
8. Doug Song

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