In this episode, Lance Miller break downs what it really takes to grow a business through acquisition. From building trust and evaluating culture fit to navigating the emotional side of buying a company, this conversation highlights the human side of M&A. Lance shares lessons from acquiring a long-time partner business,...
54. Navigating Family Business Transitions that Honor the Past and Prepare for the Future
Family business transitions can be messy, emotional, and high stakes. Lance Miller shares what it takes to successfully pass the baton across generations, honor and protect relationships, and stay aligned on what really matters. If you are facing a transition or planning for one, this episode breaks down how to...
53. Rethinking Private Equity Deals, A Better Way to Buy Companies
"What happens when private equity focuses on relationships, flexibility, and long-term value instead of rigid timelines? Chris and Justin from Maple Hill Capital join Jake Wayman and Sam Foreman to discuss how they approach buying businesses, building platform companies, and partnering with management teams. Learn what makes a company attractive...
52. Selling a Business the Right Way: Protecting Legacy, People & Profit
Hosts Jake Wayman and Sam Foreman sit down with Kevon Saber, an expert in guiding sellers through successful exits, to discuss how business owners can prepare for a successful and meaningful sale. Kevon emphasizes that selling a business goes far beyond price—it’s about safeguarding relationships, values, and legacy. He highlights...
51. Clarity Before the Deal: Lessons from Ty Patton
In this episode, attorney Ty Patton joins hosts Jake Wayman and Sam Foreman to unpack what makes business acquisitions succeed—or fail. Drawing from his experience leading and facilitating acquisitions as in-house counsel, Ty explains why having a clear purpose is essential before buying or selling a business. The discussion explores...
50. Avoiding Burnout and Bad Deals When Buying a Business
Brandon Gaide joins hosts Jake Wayman and Sam Foreman. In this discussion, the roles are reversed, as Brandon interviews Jake and Sam from his perspective in the search process as a first-time buyer. The discussion dives into how early excitement can quickly turn into anxiety, the importance of defining personal...
49. Preparing Your Business for a Successful Exit
In this episode, Daniel White Vice President of Organizational Development & Family Business Services with AGH CPAs & Advisors joins hosts Jake Wayman and Sam Foreman to discuss how business owners can plan and execute a successful exit or transition. Daniel explains why starting early—ideally 2 to 5 years before...
48. Preparing, Valuing, and Structuring Your Deal For Long-term Success
In this episode of the How to Buy or Sell a Business Successfully podcast, Sam Foreman and Jacob Wayman welcome David Barnett to the show. As a small business expert, he now runs a consulting firm that helps buyers and sellers navigate business transitions, working with clients primarily across North...
47. Leading While Learning: A First-Time Business Buyer’s Experience
Join Sam Foreman and Jacob Wayman in this episode of How To Buy & Sell A Business Successfully and welcome guest Caleb Edelman, a small business owner who bought his first company without prior industry experience. He transitioned from a corporate role into entrepreneurship through acquisition. Get insights into what...
46. Growing and Going
In this episode, Jake and Sam talk with Stephen Owens, an engineer-turned-entrepreneur who shares his transition from the corporate world to small business ownership. Stephen dives into how his background in chemical engineering and time at companies like Koch Industries shaped his approach to buying and running a business. Listen...