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SaaS Buyers' Club

M&A Insights from CEO Blake Hutchison of Flippa the Leading M&A Marketplace

Oct 28, 2024
50:32

In this SaaS Buyers' Club Episode 44, your host, Software as a Service (SaaS) mergers and acquisitions (M&A) lawyer Omeed Tabiei from Optimist Legal interviews Blake Hutchison, CEO of Flippa.

Blake shares his transformation from entrepreneur to leading the trailblazing Flippa marketplace, connecting buyers and sellers of digital businesses worldwide. 

Discover why Flippa's innovative technology blends search, matching, brokerage, and advisory services to create fast and efficient deals. 

Dive into the flourishing subscale M&A market, from Amazon FBA opportunities to booming AI and SaaS sectors. 

Uncover how influencers like Codie Sanchez impact market trends and explore why B2B SaaS commands higher multiples than B2C. 

This episode is a goldmine for those looking to navigate digital asset investments, from acquiring YouTube channels and newsletters to leveraging cross-border dealmaking for rapid market expansion. 

Packed with actionable insights, this is a must-watch for anyone eyeing successful SaaS exits.

00:00 Introduction to SaaS Buyers Club
00:51 Meet Blake Hutchinson, CEO of Flippa
01:54 Understanding Flippa's Unique Marketplace
03:47 The Power of Flippa's Matching Technology
12:23 Trends and Insights in Online Business M&A
21:22 Valuation Trends in the Online Business Market
25:35 Challenges Faced by Founders
26:28 Opportunities in Business Acquisitions
32:21 Valuation Trends in SaaS Market
36:00 Preparing for a Successful Sale
43:11 Current Deal-Making Landscape
47:31 Flippa's Role in B2B SaaS Exits
49:48 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Follow the Guest: Blake Hutchison

► https://www.linkedin.com/in/Blakehutchison

► https://www.flippa.com

Follow the Host: Omeed Tabiei 

► https://www.linkedin.com/in/Omeed-Tabiei

► https://www.facebook.com/omeedt

►https://www.instagram.com/saasbizlawyer

How to reach Optimist Legal about your SaaS M&A transaction to explore working with us

► https://www.optimistlegal.com

►Omeed@OptimistLegal.com

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About Optimist Legal:

Optimist Legal is a SaaS corporate and business focused law firm with extensive experience in M&A. When you work with Optimist Legal for your next SaaS M&A transaction, you can rest assured that you're working with diligent experts that are going to get you the best deal possible.

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