You Can't Lose! Little By Little, Then All At Once: eHouse Gets Acquired
Apr 7, 2025
Aaron and Chris Quinn, co-founders of eHouse, share their insights on navigating the world of e-commerce and acquisitions. They discuss the strategic pivot to Shopify, the challenges of scaling a remote team, and the emotional complexities of selling their agency. The brothers highlight the importance of team retention during transitions, their values-driven approach to change management, and how community support guided their journey. They also reflect on why certain acquisition offers were passed on and the current state of eHouse post-acquisition.
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Focus Created Market Momentum
- Early commitment to Shopify Plus gave eHouse a clear market position and growth runway.
- That focus turned into enterprise opportunities and accelerated their trajectory during COVID-era demand.
Preparing For Empty Nest With Dogs
- Chris prepared for empty-nesting by adopting rescue dogs and now has four.
- He uses the dogs to balance family transition and provide companionship.
Value Is Team Opportunity And Culture
- Value for an acquirer isn't just revenue but the team's growth potential and cultural fit.
- eHouse prioritized partner alignment that preserved opportunity and reputation for their staff.