saas.unbound Why legacy SaaS are the new hot acquisition target with Shane Cheek @Continua Software
saas.unbound is a podcast for and about founders who are working on scaling inspiring products that people love, brought to you by https://saas.group/, a serial acquirer of B2B SaaS companies.
Episode 32 is the special episode where Tim Schumacher takes over the hosting of the podcast to welcome Shane Cheek from Continua Software, an Australian-owned software holding company that acquires, operates and grows B2B software businesses.
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00:00 - Shane's Journey in Technology and Capital Markets
04:46 - The Formation of Continua Software
06:49 - Constellation's Influence and Market Positioning
08:34 - Acquisition Strategy and Target Metrics
09:56 - Transitioning Legacy Software to SaaS
13:54 - Balancing Growth and Profitability
18:48 - Market Dynamics and Valuation Challenges
21:45 - Operational Independence and Management Approach
24:38 - Hiring and Retaining Talent in SaaS
30:48 - Advice for Founders Seeking an Exit
Tim Schumacher - https://www.linkedin.com/in/timschumacher/
Shane Cheek - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shanecheek/
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