In this episode of The Risepreneur Podcast, John duHadway, a seasoned entrepreneur and investor with over 30 years of experience, shares insights from his journey of building and exiting four successful businesses, ranging from $50 million to $2.5 billion. John discusses his strategic approach to scaling companies, the importance of core values, navigating mergers and acquisitions, and planning successful exits. He also highlights how smaller businesses can prepare for significant transactions and the benefits of fractional CFO services.

Key Takeaways:

Planning for Exits: Successful business exits require detailed planning, from valuation to buyer relations.
Core Values Matter: Strong company culture and alignment with core values are essential for long-term success.
Fractional CFOs: Smaller businesses can leverage fractional CFO services to optimize financials and prepare for major transitions.
Don’t miss these valuable insights on growing, scaling, and exiting your business!

00:00 Introduction
00:12 Meet John duHadway: Entrepreneur and Investor
00:44 John's Early Entrepreneurial Journey
01:27 The Value of College Education
02:54 Corporate Experience and Financial Acumen
04:22 John's First Business Exits
07:01 Building and Selling Companies
14:04 Core Values and Company Culture
18:33 Navigating Business Exits and Transitions
31:54 Integration Process and HR Considerations
33:07 Private Equity vs. Bank Funding
34:33 Exit Strategies and Planning
35:56 Creating Value for Potential Buyers
37:38 Understanding Business Valuation
39:49 Operational Efficiency and Sales
52:47 Final Thoughts and Contact Information
54:05 Role of a Fractional CFO

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Connect John duHadway through these platforms
✉️Email: [email protected]
🌐Website: www.duhadwayllc.com
💬Linkedin: www.duhadwayllc.com
🗸 Twitter: : https://twitter.com/duhadway

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