Latest Episodes
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From banker to searcher to CEO to founder of Panther Equity: David Eshaghian's journey through the lower middle market
My guest today is David Eshaghian, Founder of Panther Equity Group. Panther Equity pursues investments in lower middle market businesses generally providing mission-critical services,...
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Leaving mid-market PE to become an independent PE sponsor, with CRP's Nathan Chandrasekaran
My guest today is Nathan Chandrasekaran, Co-Founder and Partner at Columbia River Partners (CRP). We start by discussing the impetus that pushed Nathan to...
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IT Services CEO turned M&A Banker Linda Rose
My guest today is Linda Rose, of RoseBiz, Inc. A tax accountant by training, Linda left the accounting world behind early in her career...
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The $1B Lower Middle Market Holdco Built Around Customer Concentration, Diversity, and a Life of Purpose
My guest today is Tarrus Richardson, Founder, And CEO of IMB Partners. Tarrus has 25 years of private equity experience, has invested over $500...
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Lance Stier -- Family Business, M&A, and the Transformation of Nassau Candy
My guest today is Lance Stier, CEO of NC Custom (a division of Nassau Candy) Nassau Candy is one of the largest US wholesale...
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Goodbye Wall Street, Hello SMB Holding Company: a conversation with ex-Fidelity Portfolio Managers Jonathan Kasen and Gordon Scott
My guests today are Jonathan Kasen and Gordon Scott, Co-Owners of Hilliards Chocolates. Hilliards is one of New England’s most beloved artisan brands. Founded...