Mission Matters Business Podcast with Adam Torres

In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Cameron Bishop, Managing Director at Raincatcher, about how business owners can get the most value when selling their company. Cameron shares insights from his experience leading PE-backed firms and acquiring over 50 companies. He explains why the lower middle market is often underserved, how to prepare a business for sale, and why expert guidance makes all the difference. Topics: Common mistakes sellers make Real-life exit success and failure stories Why deal structure and financials matter Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this Mission Matters episode,⁠ Adam Torres⁠ interviews Christian Faes, Founder and CEO of Faes & Co., about his firm’s mission to generate consistent, asset-backed returns through real estate bridge lending. Christian discusses his journey from co-founding a leading UK non-bank lender to launching Faes & Co. in the U.S., as well as insights from the 2025 Milken Global Conference. Big thank you to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Milken Institute⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Visit our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

📘 After 51 Years in Finance, He Still Chooses Change Over Comfort 💡 In this powerful episode of Mission Matters, host Adam Torres welcomes back Ed Hetherington—founder of Hetherington Advisors and a newly minted author in Mission Matters Volume 11. With over five decades of experience in leasing, financing, and strategic growth, Ed shares the timeless principle that’s guided his success: the 360° Review—a framework for decision-making that promotes complete due diligence and long-term thinking. 🎯 What You’ll Learn: • How to evaluate opportunities with a full-circle perspective • Why asking the next question can make or break your success • The secret to “selling payment, not price” in equipment financing • How lifecycle management is reshaping the industry 🔥 Ed’s mission? To help businesses embrace strategic change through practical wisdom and experience-driven consulting. Whether you're a startup, a legacy manufacturer, or someone pivoting in your career, this episode offers insights to level up your impact. 🔗 Watch now and learn how to future-proof your business decisions. #MissionMatters #AdamTorres #EdHetherington #360Review #FinanceStrategy #BusinessGrowth #LeadershipLessons #CaptiveFinance #EquipmentLeasing #LifecycleManagement #Entrepreneurship #MissionDriven Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of Mission Matters, host Adam Torres interviews Nadab “Niddy” Akhtar, Founder of Excite Capital, live from the Milken Global Conference. Niddy shares his journey from giving a TED Talk to launching a quantum-inspired investment firm. He dives into the future of finance, physics-based AI, and how Excite Capital is using real-time sensory intelligence to reshape how we predict markets. Big thank you to Milken Institute! Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this special episode of Mission Matters, host Adam Torres interviews Chidi Blyden, CEO and Principal at Culturally Bound Consulting, as part of the Milken Institute Global Conference series. Chidi delves into the importance of understanding cultural nuances when doing business in Africa and the Global South, shedding light on trending industries such as technology, film, and performing arts. Tune in to gain insightful perspectives on emerging markets and opportunities in Africa and beyond. Big thank you to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Milken Institute⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Visit our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://missionmatters.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

🚀 New Episode Alert! Arthur Cavazos, Principal at Digital Fusion Consulting Group and newly published author in Mission Matters Vol. 11, joins Adam Torres to dive deep into what it really takes to close the gaps between strategy and execution in business. In this powerful conversation, Arthur shares: ✅ How to identify and fix operational breakdowns ✅ The role of AI in driving performance (without the buzzwords) ✅ Real-world results from gap-closing strategies ✅ His mission to empower organizations through visibility, discipline & accountability Arthur’s mission? Helping companies unlock sustainable growth by bridging expert consulting with innovative digital solutions. 🎯 Whether you're a business leader, consultant, or growth-minded entrepreneur, this episode will reshape how you think about business transformation. 📘 Watch now & celebrate the launch of Mission Matters Vol. 11! #MissionMatters #ArthurCavazos #BusinessStrategy #AIinBusiness #Leadership #DigitalTransformation #Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Liz Hart⁠, the President of Leasing for North America at Newmark, as part of the Milken Global Conference coverage series. Liz shares her unique experiences, touching upon her participation in the prestigious conference, her career journey, and her insights on industry trends. Big thank you to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Milken Institute⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠⁠⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠⁠⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠⁠⁠ Visit our website: ⁠⁠⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠⁠⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this special Milken Institute Global Conference episode of Mission Matters, Adam Torres welcomes Jesse Ehrenfeld, the 178th President of the American Medical Association. Jesse shares his first impressions as a first-time attendee, highlighting the accessibility to high-profile leaders and the extraordinary conversations about society's future. The discussion covers the transformative potential of AI in healthcare, where Jesse emphasizes that AI will not replace physicians, but those who use AI will outpace those who don't. He provides real-world examples of AI's current and potential impact on the healthcare system, particularly in enhancing diagnostic tools, managing chronic diseases, and improving overall patient care. This episode is a deep dive into the intersection of technology and medicine, offering valuable insights for anyone interested in the future of healthcare. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of Mission Matters, host Adam Torres welcomes Shelby Mounts, Executive Director of NextOp Veterans. They discuss Shelby's first-time experience at the Milken Conference, the mission of NextOp Veterans, and the importance of supporting veteran career transitions. Shelby shares insights into the organization's growth, its impact on veterans' career success, and the broader implications for national security and workforce development. Big thank you to ⁠⁠⁠⁠Milken Institute⁠⁠⁠⁠! Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Visit our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://missionmatters.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of Mission Matters, Adam Torres welcomes Christopher Volk, author of 'The Value Equation: A Business Guide to Wealth Creation for Entrepreneurs, Leaders & Investors.' Christopher brings over 40 years of corporate leadership experience, including successfully taking three companies public on the New York Stock Exchange. He shares insights on how most companies are only worth what they cost to create and discusses strategies to build businesses that are worth more than their creation cost. Christopher also delves into key concepts from his book, discussing how entrepreneurs and investors can create wealth by crafting effective business models and making prudent financial decisions. Christopher's experience with Berkshire Hathaway and Warren Buffet offers valuable lessons on investor relations and building successful companies. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices