M&A Talk: #1 Podcast on Selling a Business For Professionals: Lessons in Flexibility, Trust, and Founder Engagement
Jan 6, 2025
49:03
Luke Smith, CEO and founder of Croud, a digital marketing agency with five global offices, discusses the unique nature of M&A deals. He shares Croud’s M&A journey, detailing five acquisitions ranging from small data businesses to larger digital marketing firms. Luke highlights the importance of flexible deal structures and maintaining trust with founders. He advises sellers to value their businesses and time their sales strategically and stresses the significance of cultural fit in successful acquisitions.
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