
Exploring the art and science of deal-making with host Craig Castelli.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 36 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | EntrepreneurshipBusinessInvesting | |||

In this episode of The Close, Craig Castelli sits down with Brian Colao, member and director of Dykema’s Dental Service Organization Industry Group, to discuss the evolution of the DSO Conference, the current state of dental M&A, and what it will tak... more
Mike White, partner at CLA, joins Craig Castelli to discuss his entrepreneurial path from building and selling his own CPA firm to advising business owners through M&A. They cover quality of earnings, why clean financials matter before a sale, curren... more
In a special episode, Craig checks in to share a midyear update on lower middle market M&A activity in 2026. He breaks down mixed market signals, private equity’s continued focus on add-on acquisitions, and the sectors seeing strong investor interest... more
In this episode of The Close, Craig Castelli speaks with David Strosnider, partner at McDonald Hopkins, about the “second deal” happening inside many M&A transactions: management team agreements. David explains what executives should understand about... more
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So glad to see Craig Castelli in the podcast world - he’s one of the brightest people I know and has tremendous insight, wisdom and knowledge to share. Tune in if you’re looking for an engaging conversation that will open your mind and expand your horizons.
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A show focused on lower-middle-market M&A, private equity dynamics, and practical deal guidance for business owners. Episodes frequently explore deal structures, diligence, integration, and platform strategies, often anchored by guests with deep backgrounds in private equity, professional services, healthcare, and operational execution. Notable strengths include data-driven market context, candid lessons from operators and advisors, and a clear emphasis on how to position a business for sale or growth in a competitive PE-backed environment. The conversation tends to combine tactical takeaways (valuation, earnouts, rollover equity) with real-world storytelling about growth, culture, and governance. This mix makes it particularly useful for f... more
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