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Startup Acquisition Stories

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Startup Acquisition
Acquisition
Entrepreneurship
E-Commerce
Acquisition Process
Shopify
Pluto LMS
Artificial Intelligence
Edify
Mergers and Acquisitions
Digital Marketing
Marketing Strategy
Investment
Business Acquisition
Product Hunt
SEO
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Get the inside look at how startup founders and entrepreneurs used Acquire.com (formerly MicroAcquire) to sell their startup or buy an online business. Learn tips on how to vet sellers/buyers, justify valuations, negotiate terms, handle due diligence, asset transfers, escrow, post-acquisition support, and more!

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Justin Butlion turned excess profits from his BI agency into a portfolio of 10 SaaS apps across five acquisitions, all completed through ⁠Acquire.com.

He started by looking for simple, low-maintenance businesses with predictable cash flow. But each ... more

Adnan Yonathan turned Delta Sports from a “ChatGPT for sports” concept into a prediction market product, found customers through Reddit, and later sold the business through Acquire.com.

After pivoting the product within weeks, Adnan learned marketin... more

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Will Giess turned an overlooked feature inside newer MacBooks into Knock, a paid app that became his first real source of online income before he sold it through Acquire.com.

Will first validated the idea with 15 to 25 beta testers on Reddit, using ... more

Jake Moshel built Apexsendco from cold Instagram DMs and print-on-demand into a profitable, niche e-commerce brand at 14 before selling it through ⁠⁠⁠Acquire.com⁠⁠⁠ at 16.

Instead of chasing a massive audience, Jake focused entirely on mountain bike... more

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Adnan Yonathan
Founder of Delta Sports
Delta Sports
Episode: The Product Pivot That Ended in a 3-Week Acquisition
Will Giess
Founder of Knock; software entrepreneur
Knock / Little Engine Labs
Episode: A Hidden MacBook Feature That Became an App Acquisition
Jake Moshel
Founder of Apexsend; young entrepreneur who built and sold a niche e-commerce business
Apexsend
Episode: How Jake Moshel Built a Niche E-Commerce Brand at 14 and Sold It at 16
Jordan Calderon
Founder of StratDev, digital marketing agency
StratDev
Episode: From Free Work to a Buyer-Ready Agency Exit
Riccardo Pisano
Co-founder of Growth-X
Growth-X
Episode: From LinkedIn Script to a Life -Changing Acquisition
Faiz Imran
Serial entrepreneur with six exits (three on Acquire)
Entrepreneur based in Atlanta, Georgia
Episode: 6 Exits by 24: The Demand-First Startup Sale
Newton Zhang
Founder of Epropel, Canadian entrepreneur
Epropel
Episode: 50 NDAs → 3 Offers: Why This Agency Drew Buyer Interest
Mike Blackwell
Founder of Code Knights, educator with a background in EdTech
Code Knights
Episode: From Minecraft STEM Programs to a Business Exit
Anna Schramm
Previous Amazon seller who built a branded home/kitchen product line and sold via Acquire
Former Amazon seller; acquired via Acquire
Episode: An Amazon Brand That Became a Business Sale

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Andrew Gostecke
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3.9 out of 5 stars from 10 ratings
  • Best podcast for startup acquisitions

    I may be a bit biased but I love hearing stories directly from founders about their startups being acquired!

    Apple Podcasts
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    Ashleycsuchico
    United States3 years ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Candid, practical takeaways on due diligence and LOIs that feel immediately usable.
Diverse guest mix across SaaS, services, and consumer brands with real-sale insights.
Real-world founder exit stories with actionable tips for buyers and sellers.
Excellent for sponsors wanting an audience focused on acquisition, exits, and post-close continuity.

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The Product Pivot That Ended in a 3-Week Acquisition
Q: What was the acquisition process like and what made it successful?
The process was straightforward: listing on the marketplace, evaluating several buyers, performing due diligence over a few days, and completing escrow and transfer in roughly two to three weeks, with a short but meaningful transition period.
The Product Pivot That Ended in a 3-Week Acquisition
Q: How did you get your first users?
The founder leveraged Reddit to post about the product, created shareable assets and screenshots showing real bets and outcomes, and gradually scaled with viral posts and user engagement, avoiding bans by timing and moderation tactics.
The Product Pivot That Ended in a 3-Week Acquisition
Q: Tell me about Delta Sports and what problem it solved.
Delta Sports started as a prediction-market tool for sports, evolving into a platform that lets users see where bets are placed and who has historical accuracy, providing an edge for bettors by copying successful strategies and analyzing the activity of top bettors.
How Jake Moshel Built a Niche E-Commerce Brand at 14 and Sold It at 16
Q: What steps did you take to prepare for the sale?
He highlights building out a data room, compiling product descriptions, and maintaining organized notes and briefs that could be pulled quickly for buyers during due diligence.
How Jake Moshel Built a Niche E-Commerce Brand at 14 and Sold It at 16
Q: What was the acquisition process like and how long did it take to close?
The process began with a suitable buyer contacting him after about two months of listing; an intro call led to an offer, LOI, due diligence, and quick transfer of assets, all culminating in a relatively smooth closing within a short time frame.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Startup Acquisition Stories

What is Startup Acquisition Stories about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show features founder-turned-owners sharing real-world exit stories, with a strong focus on acquisitions, buyer dynamics, and building toward a sale. Episodes frequently cover how to prepare a business for sale, how LOIs and due diligence unfold, and how to choose buyers who align with long-term vision. The conversations often blend tactical steps (pricing, documentation, transfer processes) with candid lessons from multiple exits, offering blueprint-like guidance for founders, operators, and investors exploring acquisitions or equity events. A notable strength is the practical, founder-first perspective, illustrated by a diverse mix of industries—from marketing agencies and SaaS to e-commerce and education tech—making it useful for li... more

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3. Jake Moshel
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7. Newton Zhang
8. Mike Blackwell

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