Doug Lapisto

Co-founder of Sleeping Giant Capital, a place-based private equity engine in West Michigan. He focuses on partnering with searchers to acquire local companies.

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Sep 8, 2025 • 52min

How I Bought 7 Businesses and Built a $34M Holding Company | Doug Lepisto Interview

Doug Lapisto, co-founder of Sleeping Giant Capital, dives into the exciting world of local business acquisitions. He shares insights on backing seven searchers to close deals worth $34 million, focusing on operator-first strategies. The conversation covers sourcing regional deals, building resilient companies with university talent, and navigating the emotional complexities of acquisitions. Doug emphasizes the unique investment model influenced by industry greats and discusses the importance of fostering community impact while achieving investor returns.

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