Listen "Avoiding Diligence Nightmares: Pro Tips for Clean Exits with Dave DiGiacomo"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode, host Aaron Alpeter sits down with Dave DiGiacomo, partner at Michael Best and head of their cannabis practice, who brings a rare dual perspective as both M&A attorney and former founder. Dave’s journey from launching an organic pet food company to navigating deals from $10 million to over $1 billion gives him unique insight into what makes a business irresistible—or impossible—for buyers.Aaron and Dave pull back the curtain on what really happens behind the scenes during an exit: how to work with your legal team to actually add value (not just avoid orange jumpsuits), why the cleanest businesses fetch the highest multiples, and the often-overlooked ways founders can set themselves up for a smoother, wealthier exit—years in advance.
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