Like A Champion Podcast | M&A Mastery with Wes Shelton
Don't Leave Money on the Table
Discover insider knowledge that drives successful M&A deals, builds businesses and drives growth - professionally and personally - through the unique insights M&A veteran WES SHELTON and his guest list of experts, happy clients, and successful entrepreneurs and leaders bring to each episode of Like A Champion.
For over a decade, Wes Shelton has successfully represented sellers in the lower-middle market with deals ranging from smaller private acquisitions to eight-figure transactions. He knows what it takes to get his clients the best deal with the right buyer – and he’s excited to share those insights with you.
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Sponsored by SM2 Advisors (https://sm2advisors.com)
and Rebel Motor Company (https://www.rebelmotorclub.com)
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Like A Champion Podcast | M&A Mastery with Wes Shelton
Bruce Marks | SBA Loan Secrets & Tips | Cash Flow is King #15
Bruce Marks is a veteran in M&A and an expert in SBA lending. As Senior Vice President at the First Bank of the Lake, and 35 years of experience in the world of acquisitions and entrepreneurship, Bruce has seen what does - and what doesn't - get across the acquisition finish line.
With over 1,200 SBA deals under his belt, Bruce explains why cash flow—not collateral—is king, how to navigate the J-Curve after acquisition, and what makes sellers say yes to one buyer over another.
🚀 You’ll learn:
💰 SBA loan secrets and financing tips
😬 Why 80% of first-time buyers struggle
⚠️ Deal breakers that derail acquisitions
🏡 How to prepare your business for a successful sale
🌊➡️👨💼 The “Silver Tsunami” opportunity: 12,000 owners retiring daily
**TRIGGER WARNING:* This episode includes a tragic story that mentions self harm/suicide. Skip the section from 00:09:57 to 00:15:32 if you wish to avoid it.
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Hear more great stories, actionable M&A tips, and leadership insights from Wes Shelton of SM2 Advisors and his guests.
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Sponsored by SM2 Advisors (https://sm2advisors.com)
and Rebel Motor Company (https://www.rebelmotorclub.com)
Produced by DTM Creative Solutions (https://dtmcreativesolutions.com)
Logo & Website Design by PixelWorks (https://pxlwrx.com)
