People First: The Secret to M&A Success with Tony Garver

18/09/2025 59 min

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Episode Synopsis

In this episode, Tom Athenour sits down with Tony Garver, Chief Administration Officer at First Onsite, to unpack how the company pulled off 25 acquisitions in just 2½ years—and what it really takes to make that kind of growth stick.Tony takes us behind the scenes of their bold M&A strategy, revealing the leadership moves that fueled their success. From aligning cultures and integrating leaders to keeping people front and center, he shares the lessons learned in navigating complexity without losing momentum.At the heart of the conversation: the power of clear communication, strong feedback loops, and striking the right balance between integration and autonomy. If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to grow fast without breaking what makes your organization great, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss. Contact Information: [email protected]; First Onsite Website: www.firstonsite.com Podcast Sponsor: www.starquestgroup.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/starquest-group/?viewAsMember=trueTom Athenour: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomathenour/

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