Buy and Build

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Buy and Build Podcast

Buy and Build is a weekly podcast that explores the nuances of buying and building small businesses, with a focus on the UK and Europe. If you are interested in small business acquisition or investing, then this show is for you! We will dissect the strategies and insights of small business owners, investors, and other deal professionals that we meet along our journeys to acquire and invest in our own profitable small businesses.

  1. 17 SEPT

    From UK Fund Manager to Industrial Holdco Builder - Mark Wharrier's Journey

    Only 1 week to go to until the Buy and Build Search Accelerator. If you want to acquire a great business, quicker, come and learn from these experts. https://www.buyandbuildaccelerator.com/  -------------------------------------- In this episode of The Buy and Build Podcast, host Paul chats with Mark Wharrier, co-founder of Scientific Partners, about his transition from UK equity fund management to acquiring niche industrial businesses. Mark shares insights into his acquisition strategy, focusing on founder-led, high-margin companies with untapped growth potential. Tune in to hear Mark's thoughtful approach to long-term investing, fostering founder relationships, and growing businesses without the pressure of debt.

    48 min

  2. 9 SEPT

    Acquiring the Biggest Name in Branded Podcasting (from a listed entity) with Harry Morton [Founder of Lower Street Media]

    This week on Buy and Build, we sit down with Harry Morton, founder of Lower Street Media, a full-service podcast agency that recently made headlines by acquiring Pacific Content, the leading name in branded podcasting. In this episode, Harry shares the fascinating backstory behind the acquisition. When Rogers Communications decided to offload Pacific Content as a non-core asset, Harry saw an exciting opportunity. Leveraging his strong relationship with Pacific Content’s senior team, he moved quickly to seal the deal. Of course, the road to acquisition wasn’t without its challenges—tune in to hear how Harry navigated them. We also dive into why Harry started Lower Street Media in 2017, the evolving trends in podcasting, and his vision for the future as he integrates Pacific Content and continues to scale. It’s an episode packed with insights for anyone interested in podcasting, acquisitions, or entrepreneurial growth!

    35 min

  3. 1 SEPT

    Operating, Investing and Podcasting with Paul

    This week Paul gives a quick update on his first 2 years operating Amber Home Improvements, the future of the podcast, and past and future investing activities with Citium Capital.  --> If you are a searcher looking to acquire the right business quicker while avoiding costly mistakes. Check out the Buy and Build Accelerator and sign up before seats get sold out. https://www.buyandbuildaccelerator.com/  For those interested in learning more about EOS, reach out to Rob Liddiard who is offering a free introductory session to those in the community. rob@mission-group.co.uk

    22 min

  4. 24 AUG

    From Operator to Owner- How an Experienced Injection Moulding Professional Turned to Acquisition (Steve Lawrence, CEO of Uncomplicated Group)

    This week we speak with Steve Lawrence, CEO of Uncomplicated Group. Uncomplicated Group is looking to buy injection moulding businesses from exiting or retiring owners.  As hands-on operators, they have completed their first acquisition and are actively seeking more.  During the episode we get into how Steve heard about ownership via acquisition while working within the sector he eventually acquired in, we discuss his investment thesis for the group, and we dive into the challenges of operating a smaller, more resource constrained injection moulding business. Paul and Steve also get into how they are both using [and benefiting] from the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) within their small businesses.  There is a lot to takeaway from this free flowing conversation so we hope you enjoy it as much as we did. --------- To reach out to Rob to book your free EOS intro session, learn more here:  https://www.mission-group.co.uk/ or reach out to him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertliddiard/

    55 min

  5. 16 AUG

    Private Equity Investing in Longevity and Hormones with Tara Mandal (Partner & COO of PEAL Capital)

    This week, our guest is Tara Mandal, Partner and COO of PEAL Capital Partners. Before joining PEAL, Tara had an illustrious career at J.P. Morgan, where she crossed paths with Paul in Geneva. We’re also joined by Allison Stuckless as co-host. Allison, also a former J.P. Morgan alumna, is now a UK- based traditional search fund entrepreneur.  PEAL Capital Partners is a female-founded, European based, lower mid-market private equity firm specializing in control investments within the rapidly growing sector of Longevity and Hormones.  During the episode we cover why the PEAL team decided to pursue this investing niche, why they think the addressable market is underestimated, the team's 3 fund playbook, current acquisitions, and how they partners with operators/doctors to drive deal flow.  This is a fascinating episode that covers a trending yet very niche investing topic. We hope you enjoy it as much as we did!

    44 min

  6. 8 AUG

    From PE-backed CEO in China to UK SME buyouts (Tom Billings, Managing Partner of Beach Equity)

    If you are a UK-based searcher looking to accelerate your search, we are running another full-day Search Accelerator on the 26th of September. Learn more here:  https://www.buyandbuildaccelerator.com/  ------- This week we speak with Tom Billings, Managing Partner of Beach Equity. Beach Equity invests £2-10m in SME buyout and growth investment opportunities. During the episode we discuss Tom's fascinating background starting with studying in the US, then leading a PE-backed company in China, to starting Beach Equity. We also discuss what makes Beach equity unique, what they look for when assessing both growth capital and buyout opportunities, investments and buyouts done so far, and future plans.  We hope you enjoy this awesome episode as much as we did! --------- To reach out to Rob to book your free EOS intro session, learn more here:  https://www.mission-group.co.uk/  https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertliddiard/

    42 min

  7. 30 JUL

    The Leap From £1M Revenue Targets to a £30M Revenue Acquisition (Will Hunnam, MD of Forza Doors)

    To accelerate your search and acquisition journey, join the next Buy and Build Accelerator, in September.   https://www.buyandbuildaccelerator.com/  This week we speak with Will Hunnam, the former searcher-turned-CEO of Forza Doors. Will has a fascinating background which lead him to decide to take the ETA path.  Early in his ETA journey, Will was considering acquiring a £1-2m revenue self-funded deal but ended up acquiring a £30m revenue business with the help of a group of investors, using the more traditional search fund path.  During the episode we discuss Will's ETA journey, his partnership with Novastone Capital, how he sourced targets including Forza Doors, why he likes the sector he acquired in, and the highlights and challenges of running a business. We hope you enjoy the episode!

    40 min

  8. 18 JUL

    Demystifying Working Capital Adjustments with Jack Minns (Corporate Transactions Partner at Larking Gowen)

    To accelerate your search and acquisition journey, join the next Buy and Build Accelerator, in September.  https://www.buyandbuildaccelerator.com/ This week we speak with Jack Minns, Corporate Transactions partner at Larking Gowen. Jack has a wealth of corporate finance experience, generally representing sellers looking to exit the business.  During the episode, we discuss the definitions and components of working capital, the common issues and contested areas, and the adjustment mechanisms post-close, namely a working capital peg or the locked-box method.  We hope you enjoy this conversation with Jack as much as we did.  If you want to find out more about EOS, reach out to Rob Liddiard at https://www.mission-group.co.uk/. Rob is very open in sharing his experience with EOS in his startup and his new passion for helping other owners implement the system in their businesses.

    43 min
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Buy and Build is a weekly podcast that explores the nuances of buying and building small businesses, with a focus on the UK and Europe. If you are interested in small business acquisition or investing, then this show is for you! We will dissect the strategies and insights of small business owners, investors, and other deal professionals that we meet along our journeys to acquire and invest in our own profitable small businesses.

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  • Creator
    Paul Quirk
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2024
  • Episodes
    87
  • Rating
    Clean
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    Buy and Build

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