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Howard Gottlieb

Founder of Read-A-Thon, a school fundraising platform, successfully acquired by private equity investors. Experienced entrepreneur with multiple successful exits.

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Feb 28, 2025 • 59min

#133: Bootstrapper Sells School Fundraising Platform to PE Investors - Howard Gottlieb

Howard Gottlieb, founder of Read-A-Thon, launched a reading-based fundraising platform that has helped over 4000 schools raise over $30 million. He discusses the explosive growth during COVID, which propelled his company from 40% to 150% yearly growth. Howard shares insights on selling to private equity, focusing on effective negotiation and the emotional challenge of transitioning leadership. He also reflects on the vital blend of luck and hard work in entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of humility and strategic wealth management in his journey.