Sam Turner

This week we speak with Sam Turner, founder of Advantos HVAC Group. Sam is an experienced corporate executive who has recently closed his first acquisition and aims to build a group of HVAC companies. In this episode we discuss Sam's acquisition strategy for the group, the creative ways he sourced outside investors and advisors, and his first few weeks post-close. Enjoy!

Sam Turner, a successful entrepreneur, shares his story of acquiring three companies with a £17m turnover. Topics include reasons for buying a business, rebranding strategies, integration considerations, and reaching out to companies for deals.

Sam Turner, a UK entrepreneur and founder of Advantos, shares his journey from a difficult first acquisition to leading a successful facilities maintenance roll-up. He emphasizes the importance of disciplined capital stacking and shares insights on self-funding add-ons. Sam discusses his transition from organic growth strategies to his upcoming expansion into facilities management. He also candidly reflects on overcoming initial deal failures and underlines his commitment to mentorship, dedicating time to help aspiring business founders.

Sam Turner, a former corporate CFO turned small business acquirer from the UK, shares his inspiring journey to freedom and fulfillment after leaving a high-paying job. He discusses the thrill and challenges of purchasing local HVAC businesses, emphasizing the importance of strategic planning and thorough due diligence. Sam reveals the hybrid non-integration model that supports growth and provides insight on effective communication strategies for calming teams. With aspirations to reach $150 million by 2033, he highlights the realness of entrepreneurship and the importance of hard work in navigating acquisitions.

Former professional footballer turned dealmaker, Sam Turner, shares his journey from the corporate world to acquiring businesses. He emphasizes the importance of credibility and clear focus in the acquisition process. Sam discusses finding his first deal through networking and the timeline of the process. He also highlights the challenges of cost savings and the risks of oversimplifying back-office synergies.