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Conversations with founders, M&A advisors, and private equity professionals on building, growing, and successfully exiting middle-market businesses.
Latest Episode · EP. 12
A deep-dive into the most common value gaps Stone Canyon sees across middle-market businesses—and what it takes to close them before going to market.
EP. 12 · Joshua Donnelly
EP. 11 · Guest: PE Principal
A conversation with a private equity principal on what makes a business irresistible—and what kills deals at the LOI stage.
EP. 10 · Guest: Founder, $45M Exit
A founder who built and sold a $45M manufacturing company shares the five decisions that set them up for a premium exit.
EP. 09 · Joshua Donnelly
Breaking down the adjustments that matter most to buyers—and the ones that raise red flags during diligence.
EP. 08 · Guest: Operations Expert
Operational independence from the founder is one of the highest-value moves you can make. Here's a step-by-step framework.
EP. 07 · Guest: Investment Banker
How founders can take liquidity now while retaining upside in their business—and when a recapitalization makes more sense than a full sale.