Robert Mayer has built an amazing business with Arizona Party Bike. It's a unique tour company based in Arizona specializing in pedal-powered party bikes where guests can enjoy their favorite adult beverages on board. He's been a pioneer in the industry bringing the model to the US, manufacturing the bikes for other locations, franchising, and even getting involved in legislation related to party bikes having alcohol. Clint explains why his current business is worth a high multiple, Robert debates selling, and Robert reveals some big expansion plans. Robert Mayer on X: https://x.com/RobertMayerArizona Party Bike: https://www.arizonapartybike.com/Clint Fiore & Bison Business: https://bisonbusiness.com/Patrick Dichter & Appletree: https://appletreebusiness.com/

Hayden Slack, a skilled business owner, transformed his family foundation repair company from $4M to $30M and successfully launched a plumbing business. He discusses the thrilling journey of unexpected growth and the challenges of navigating family dynamics while negotiating business deals. Insights into valuing family businesses, the significance of honest communication, and strategic decisions for scaling are shared. Hayden also delves into how digital presence and a strong performance culture play crucial roles in driving success.

This is a special episode of Inspired Or Acquired to celebrate 10,000 downloads, reflect on learnings from prior episodes, share 2025 goals, and answer listener questions. The shows hosts, Clint Fiore and Patrick Dichter, also give some of their career backstory of how they ended up Mergers & Acquisitions (Clint) and Accounting (Patrick). Clint Fiore & Bison Business: bisonbusiness.comPatrick Dichter & Appletree: appletreebusiness.com

In 2023 Ben Tiggelaar made the acquisition most people dream of - an IT services business that's recession resistant, with sticky clients, healthy margins, management team in place, and can be run remotely. He's steadily improved the business and made another acquisition already putting revenue over $8M. We discuss if he plans to sell, the IT services landscape, tuck in acquisition strategies, investing in other searchers, and why he's enjoying life more running DataTel. Previously Ben had a successful exit in a dental platform after his investment banking career.Ben Tiggelaar on X: https://x.com/bentigg DataTel: https://datatelco.com/SMB Junction: https://www.smbjunction.com/Clint Fiore & Bison Business: https://bisonbusiness.com/Patrick Dichter & Appletree: https://appletreebusiness.com/

Marc Hawk joins Inspired Or Acquired to share the journey of selling RevLocal to Hibu. Marc Hawk was the CEO of RevLocal for 14 years and is now part of the Hibu team as EVP. During that 14 year run, RevLocal became one one of the biggest digital marketing agencies for small businesses. Marc explains they didn't have to sell and the 3 reasons why you might sell a company after growing to +$50M revenue. We also cover the details of integration, the company synergies, and how he's feeling a few months post close.Marc Hawk on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marchawk/Clint Fiore & Bison Business: https://bisonbusiness.com/Patrick Dichter & Appletree: https://appletreebusiness.com/

What does a Stanford grad and former investment banking employee employee do when they start their own business? A deck construction company of course. Jameson Haslam has quickly built West Coast Deck to over $1.2M revenue within 2.5 years. He's dialed in content marketing and social media, and built some innovative online tools that he might license to other contractors. We discuss if he would sell today, new products he's launching, and how he's modeling his business after other $7-10M deck builders in other markets. Jameson is funny, scrappy and reflective. Enjoy!Jameson Haslam on X: https://twitter.com/jamesonhaslamWest Coast Decks: https://www.westcoastdeck.com/Clint Fiore & Bison Business: https://bisonbusiness.com/Patrick Dichter & Appletree: https://appletreebusiness.com/

Ian McKenna, founder of InTech Scientific, shares the fascinating journey of his profitable lab equipment service business. He delves into the complexities of running a service-centric operation for the pharmaceutical and academic sectors. The conversation covers the valuation of his business amidst growing buyer interest and the challenges of staffing for expansion. McKenna highlights the importance of customer relationships and the strategic considerations behind growth versus selling, revealing the balance between financial and personal fulfillment.

Cheryl Ham has built Hypnotic Yarn into a +$1M revenue business with 28% net profit margin and 80% of revenue on a subscription basis. She was an amazing story of trying to 'create a little side hustle' that has become a great business with a great mission to help customers unleash their creativity. We discuss what her business might be worth today and future plans for the company. Hypnotic Yarn Website: https://hypnoticyarn.com/Clint Fiore & Bison Business: https://bisonbusiness.com/Patrick Dichter & Appletree: https://appletreebusiness.com/

Devin Wanzor has bought and sold more than 10 businesses. He joins the podcast to share his journey from being an SBA lender to being part of a sign manufacturing roll up to buying a high end liquor store and recently buying a business close to his passion for flying planes. We also discuss how he's improved profitability as an operator and his unique perspective helping others with financial due diligence.Devin Wanzor on X: https://twitter.com/DevinWanzorDevin Wanzor on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/devin-wanzor-5459a31/Clint Fiore & Bison Business: https://bisonbusiness.com/Patrick Dichter & Appletree: https://appletreebusiness.com/

Chris Edwards, a successful entrepreneur who recently sold his thriving flooring business in Steamboat, Colorado, shares his journey of rapid growth, achieving a 50% revenue increase and doubling EBITDA in just 3.5 years. He discusses the challenges of financing an acquisition, navigating operational improvements, and key growth strategies. Chris reflects on the emotional transition post-sale and the resilience required in business ownership. His insights on effective processes and team management offer valuable lessons for aspiring entrepreneurs.