Unlocking Growth in a Business, Average Age 55

Acquiring Minds

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Danny Fields & Steve Reis bought a decades-old utility supplier seemingly ripe for growth. It was harder than it looked.

Topics in Danny and Steve’s interview:

  • Their shared background in the military
  • Educating their investors about oil and gas
  • Dramatically increasing their cold outreach response rate
  • Buying a business with $1M+ in revenue per employee
  • Delaying growth to build relationships
  • The pros and cons of having a workforce near retirement
  • Acquiring product lines and building a manufacturing company
  • Daily stress of running a business
  • Importance of buying a growing business
  • The future of renewable energy

References and how to contact Danny & Steve:

  • Danny Fields' LinkedIn
  • Steve Reis' LinkedIn
  • Holland Supply Company

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