In this episode, Casey Adams interviews Jesse Tinsley, founder of Employer.com, to explore his journey in the recruiting industry and his expertise in mergers and acquisitions. They discuss Jesse’s strategic approach to high-profile deals, including TikTok’s U.S. bid and the acquisition of Bench, and dive into the power of premium domains, creative deal structuring, and the impact of AI on business. Jesse shares insights on building a founder-friendly reputation, the importance of speed in acquisitions, and his customer-centric philosophy.

00:00 Introduction to Jesse Tinsley and Employer.com
01:50 Jesse’s journey in recruiting and entrepreneurship
04:43 Inside the TikTok acquisition opportunity
10:11 Navigating political challenges in M&A
13:10 The transition to strategic acquisitions
16:33 Why domains matter in business success
22:57 Creative strategies for domain acquisitions
27:22 Bench acquisition: lessons and future plans
29:31 Speed as a competitive edge in acquisitions
32:24 How to operationalize successful acquisitions
34:18 Building relationships to drive inbound deals
37:07 Developing a strategic mindset for major acquisitions
40:37 Advice for founders on crafting M&A strategies
46:42 How AI is transforming business and acquisitions
50:17 Jesse’s vision for the future and staying customer-centric