046: From Startup to Exit: A Private Equity Journey with Alexis Sikorsky

16/07/2025 51 min
046: From Startup to Exit: A Private Equity Journey with Alexis Sikorsky

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In this episode of Find Your Exit, host Mark Kravietz interviews Alexis Sikorsky, a strategic advisor and entrepreneur who successfully navigated a nine-figure exit to private equity. Alexis shares his journey from starting a software company to selling it, the lessons learned during the 2008 financial crisis, and the importance of due diligence and negotiation in the sale process. He introduces his APEX methodology, a framework designed to help business owners grow and prepare for successful exits. The conversation emphasizes the evolving relationship between founders and private equity, the significance of having a strong exit team, and the challenges founders face post-exit. Notable Quotes: " It's easier than you think. Don't get overwhelmed growing and selling your company." FULL SHOW NOTES Connect with Us: Twitter LinkedIn Our Website