122: How to Buy a Company as an Acquisition Entrepreneur - Ben Rizzo, Hartwood Point

Ben Rizzo, Founder of Hartwood Point, makes direct private investments across the US and UK, primarily in operator-led buyouts. Ben talks with Succession Stories host, Laurie Barkman, about acquisitions, and how he turned around a distressed business and sold it in just two years. Having experience on both sides of M&A deals, Ben shares practical tips for business owners and acquisition entrepreneurs. Owners will gain insights about what you can do now to get your business sell-ready and be better prepared for a great exit when the time comes to sell.   Listen to learn more about: Getting started as an acquisition entrepreneur How to look for recurring revenue Transitioning from family business to a new owner What an M&A process entails Selling to a private equity buyer Advisor network for acquisition deals Advice for small business owners looking to sell   Show links: Ben Rizzo: [email protected] Website: https://www.hartwoodpoint.com/ How will you decide when to sell? Text 'Transition' to +1-646-495-9867 to get the EndGame eBook. Follow the Succession Stories YouTube Channel Connect with Laurie Barkman on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauriebarkman/ Get your copy of Laurie Barkman's book, “The Business Transition Handbook” on Amazon https://amzn.to/3Hqj2eo   If you enjoy Succession Stories, please leave a review. Reviews help me reach new listeners, grow the show and continue creating content you'll enjoy. Please click here to leave a review. RateThisPodcast.com/successionstories   About Succession Stories Podcast Succession Stories is an award-winning podcast guiding entrepreneurs from transition to transaction. Hosted by Laurie Barkman, author of "The Business Transition Handbook: How to Avoid Transition Pitfalls and Create Valuable Exit Options."  Learn more about Laurie's strategic business transition planning and M&A advisory services by visiting: https://thebusinesstransitionsherpa.com  ______________________________   SHOW SPONSOR: STONY HILL ADVISORS Is this the year to sell your company? Don't leave your exit to chance. Stony Hill Advisors works with owners like you to get ready and maximize value when you're ready to sell. Visit www.stonyhilladvisors.com/podcast for a complimentary business valuation.