The Think Like an Owner podcast seeks out conversations with small company owners and investors to learn how to acquire and run small companies, with a focus on search funds, micro private equity, and permanent capital.
On this operating focused episode, I talk with Palmer Higgins of Mainely Grass and Chenmark on why he’s getting rid of sales roles and doesn’t operate on a commission structure.
In this episode, we talk all about food at the office and some of the benefits to making food a stronger priority at work.
Ayo Phillips has the wildest story I’ve ever heard on the podcast.
My guest, Mark Valdez, is starting a new permanent capital holding company called Eads Bridge Holdings to acquire small profitable, durable companies with a long-term focus.
Mark is a co-founder of KLH Capital in St. Petersburg, Florida and has been a part of deals all over the country from all walks of life.
Kelcey Lehrich is the co-founder of 365 Holdings, a firm that acquires and grows e-commerce brands with a focus on shared services and vertical integration.
Oilstop is a car service business on the west coast with 30 locations across 4 states and a strong customer focused culture.
Rob works in his family’s 6th generation grocery business, LaBonne’s Markets, and recently purchased a self-storage business.
Jason acquired Precision Stoneworks, a custom countertop fabrication and installation business, from his father-in-law and now runs it as the CEO.
Nick and I talk through his thesis on why you should start off acquiring a small company.
