Angels, Exits, & Acquisitions

Jeff Barnes
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Are you a high-achieving business owner, successful founder, or investor seeking to turn your success into enduring wealth? The Angels, Exits, & Acquisitions Podcast is your gateway to strategies that build, protect, and preserve your legacy. Join host Jeff Barnes, a seasoned entrepreneur and CEO of Angel Investors Network, as he interviews the top 1% of business leaders, investors, venture capitalists, and private equity experts worldwide. These trailblazers share their playbooks for scaling businesses, finding and raising capital, making high-impact investments, and achieving monumental exits. Who Is This Podcast For? 💼 Elite Business Owners & Founders of 8-9 figure enterprises who want to: Transition operational success into sustainable wealth creation. Expand through acquisitions, mergers, or franchise growth. Protect and preserve wealth for future generations. 💰 High-Net-Worth Investors ready to: Diversify portfolios with private equity, venture capital, and startup investments. Tap into private investment opportunities with high-growth potential. Learn advanced strategies for preserving wealth and creating a legacy. 📈 Venture Capitalists & Private Equity Leaders aiming to: Gain actionable insights into deal sourcing and capital structuring. Build strategic partnerships to accelerate growth. Discover lucrative ventures and investment opportunities. What You’ll Get: 🎯 Insider knowledge on scaling businesses to 9-figure valuations and beyond. 📈 Proven strategies for early-stage investing, private equity deals, and high-value acquisitions. 💼 Expert advice on navigating capital raises and building investor confidence. 🌟 Inspirational stories from the world’s top entrepreneurs and wealth creators. Whether you’re expanding your empire, preparing for a profitable exit, or building a legacy, the Angels, Exits, & Acquisitions Podcast delivers game-changing insights to help you thrive in every stage of your wealth-building journey. 🔔 Subscribe now to access weekly interviews and exclusive strategies to fuel your success. Your path to wealth, freedom, and legacy begins here! 🚀 🌟 Keywords: #BusinessOwners #WealthCreation #LegacyPlanning #PrivateEquityStrategies #VentureCapitalInsights #Scaling8FigureBusinesses #AcquisitionsAndExits #AlternativeInvestments #PrivateEquityDeals #HighNetWorthInvestors #InvestorEducation #CapitalRaisingStrategies #BuildingGenerationalWealth #EntrepreneurialLeadership #ScalingBusinessEmpires #venturecapital #realestateinvesting #raisingcapital #businessgrowth #growthcapital #investinginstartups #investingadvice #investmentrevolution #startupinvesting #startupinvestor #startupinvestment

  1. 11/13/2025

    Vets Run My Multi-Million Dollar Business (Model Revealed)

    The 6-Month Acquisition War Zone: Inside the Multi-Million Dollar Deal That ALMOST Died Stop searching for a job and start buying profitable companies. This is the true acquisition playbook used by Patriot Growth Capital to close a multi-million dollar business acquisition—the 6-month war zone and mountain of due diligence nobody tells you about. Host Jeff Barnes walks through the harsh realities of securing an SBA loan (including the personal guarantee), vetting hundreds of businesses just to find one, and navigating the deadly financial pitfalls of a profitable company. If you want to build wealth by acquiring a business that runs on "autopilot", you must understand the difference between buying a business and buying a problem. In this episode, you will learn the secret strategies for successful M&A: • How to vet military veterans to become high-performing operators, ensuring your acquisition runs effectively without the founder. • The critical dangers of seller fatigue and financial "ad backs," which can derail a deal even after six months of intense underwriting. • Why finding a business that runs on documented Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) is essential to prevent key team members from leaving upon closing. Episode Timestamps: 00:01 - Why We Only Buy Defense/E-Commerce Companies  04:35 - From Nuclear Systems to Boiler Inspector: The Civilian World Insult  09:07 - The Hell of Due Diligence and the SBA Personal Guarantee  13:40 - Hand-Holding the Seller: Why They Might Fix Their Business and Bail  20:02 - Financial Ad Backs, Multiples, and the Tax-Free Investor Hack (Section 1202) Connect with Jeff Barnes:  Website: https://www.jeffbarnes.ceo/   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffpbarnes Join the Mastermind Investment Club to learn what it takes to do deals with people who know what the hell they are doing, cutting down the time you need to spend vetting deals https://mic.mastermindinvestmentclub.com/  #BuyABusiness #SBALoanSecrets #DueDiligenceChecklist #PrivateEquity #FinancialAdBacks #MillionDollarDeals #VeteranEntrepreneurship #GrowYourBusinessFast #MergersAndAcquisitions #AcquisitionPlaybook #EntrepreneurTips #BusinessAcquisition #MAndA #BusinessStrategy #QSBS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    24 min

  2. 11/04/2025

    Your HOUSE Is a Lazy Asset. Get 22% Cash Flow NOW.

    Are you sitting on lazy assets? If you have equity in your home or valuable knowledge in your head but are cash poor, you are missing out on free money. Jeff Barnes reveals the cold, hard truth about why your personal balance sheet is lying to you and exactly how to transform your dormant wealth into aggressive, consistent cash flow. In this episode, Jeff, host of Angels Exits and Acquisitions, shows business owners and investors how to legally and safely leverage assets to access investment capital and achieve annual high returns of 18% to 22%. Learn the exact financial arbitrage process the "big dogs" use to make massive profits. Key Points: • The Problem with Lazy Assets: If you have equity in your home, cars, or second properties, and they are not paying you monthly, they are "useless" and "worthless". • The Arbitrage Strategy: How to ethically take out a **500,000∗∗loanagainstyourpaid−offassetandimmediatelyinvesttheproceeds(300,000) to ensure the investment covers the new mortgage payment and generates profit. • Accessing High Returns: Specific, secure investments like first deed of trust hard money lending and specialized private equity funds that consistently pay 18% or more annually, turning your home equity into a secured cash flow strategy. Timestamps: • 00:00 - The Cold Hard Truth About Lazy Assets and Private Placements • 04:40 - Scorecards for Your Life: Why You Need a Personal Balance Sheet • 09:39 - Financial Arbitrage: Refinancing Your House to Gain $300,000 in Investment Capital • 11:42 - The 18% Secret: How to Invest in Hard Money Lending and Private Equity Consistently • 23:27 - Leveraging Your Assets: Creating Free Money and Getting Hooked on Compounding Returns Stop "parking and praying" in the market. By using established underwriting guidelines, you can secure your investing principal and leverage other people's needs to generate significant net worth growth. Go educate yourself and get into the right rooms. Connect with Jeff Barnes:  Website: https://www.jeffbarnes.ceo/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffpbarnes/  #FinancialArbitrage #LazyAssets #HardMoneyLending #CashFlowStrategy #PrivateEquityInvesting #HighReturnInvestments #JeffBarnes #RealEstateFinancing #MakeMoneyFromHomeEquity #InvestingSecrets #PassiveIncome2024 #WealthBuildingTips #CompoundReturns #GetOffYourLazyAssets #HowToGet22PercentROI Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    28 min

  3. 10/27/2025

    I Don't Trust You: Why Investors Reject Your Capital Raise.

    Are you an entrepreneur or capital raiser failing to secure funding? This episode reveals the brutally honest reasons why investors say, "I don't trust you," and the uncompromising sacrifices required to raise 500,000 in three days** or even **1 million in 90 minutes. Jeff Barnes, host of the Angels Exits and Acquisitions Podcast, cuts through the "watered down" advice to explain the true Speed of Trust and why you must reject the "employee mindset" to attract serious investing capital. Learn why perseverance through unforeseen suffering and the relentless pursuit of experience are the only assets that matter. Key Takeaways to Build Investor Trust and Secure Capital: • Reject the Employee Mindset: Investors will not fund you if your goal is just to "punch the clock" and achieve "work-life balance". When you take a dollar from an investor, everything is your responsibility until they are paid back handsomely. • Suffering is Mandatory Experience: You must be "broken" like in Cool Hand Luke to learn the lessons and build the grit necessary to overcome the unforeseen challenges that always arise in business. • Credibility Requires Mastery: Stop memorizing and regurgitating advice. You must know your industry inside and out to such a degree that an expert cannot stump you, demonstrating true knowledge, wisdom, and experience. Major Timestamps: • 00:01 - The Problem: Why most advice on capital raising is watered down and ineffective. • 00:06 - Why you must be "broken" (The Cool Hand Luke Principle). • 00:13 - The $1 Million Trust Secret: Raising serious investing money from strangers quickly. • 00:15 - Why the Employee Mindset Instantly Kills Your Funding. • 00:23 - The Unforeseen Challenges (Wife Attempted Suicide) That Prove Your Perseverance. Connect with Jeff Barnes:  Website: https://www.jeffbarnes.ceo/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffpbarnes/  #SpeedofTrust #CapitalRaisingSecrets #EmployeeMindset #EntrepreneurStruggle #InvestorTrust #BusinessGrowthTips #Hormozi #MrBeastMarketing #MillionDollarMindset #PerseverancePays #FundingTips #StartupFunding #InvestmentStrategy #LeadershipGrit #HowToGetFunding Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    32 min

  4. 10/20/2025

    Your Startup SUCKS: The Real Reason You Can’t Raise Money

    Stop blaming the "funding gap."  The brutal truth is that there is more money available now than ever before in human history, but most early-stage startups genuinely suck. We unleashed a powerful, controversial rant directed at delusional founders who complain about a lack of early stage capital. If you think raising money is hard because there's no funding, you've got it wrong. The problem isn't a lack of money—it's a lack of resourcefulness, competence, and basic sales skills. Jeff explains why most investors are instantly turned off by founders who haven't put in the work, haven't suffered failure, and are demanding capital just to get out of the starting blocks. Learn the painful truth about raising capital in today's market, and why you must master accurate thinking and bootstrapping before you ever ask for a dollar Key Points You Will Learn: • The Funding Lie: There are collectively trillions of dollars available, including $4 trillion in private equity dry powder alone, sitting on the sidelines waiting for deals. The real gap is in competent operators and resourceful founders who know what they are doing. • The "Delulu" Founder Trap: Why believing your idea is "unique, one-of-a-kind, and brilliant" is a sign of dangerous delusion that causes investors to instantly distrust you. Investors HATE your pitch if you haven't sold a single thing or proven demand. • How Resourcefulness Wins: Jeff shares a recent story of raising a $500,000 shortfall in just four days from an unknown investor, demonstrating that capital flows instantly when founders are trustworthy and competent. You must fail and suffer to build the necessary grit and skills required to attract serious angel investing Major Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro: The investor shocker that started this rant.  01:30 - Where is the $4 Trillion? The truth about the capital surplus right now.  04:00 - Why most founders are "Delulu" (Delusional) and losing trust.  07:00 - The shocking story of how Jeff instantly raised $500K in 4 days.  20:45 - The Resourcefulness Gap: Why bootstrapping and failing is mandatory before raising capital Connect with Jeff Barnes:  Website: https://www.jeffbarnes.ceo/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffpbarnes/ #StartupFundingSecrets #RaiseCapitalFast #FounderDelusion #AngelInvestingTips #VentureCapitalTruth #BusinessTruth #BootstrapBusiness #EntrepreneurMindset #FundingGapMyth #ResourcefulFounder #EarlyStageCapital #MoneySkills #Hormozi #StartupFails #JeffBarnes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    28 min

  5. 09/23/2025

    How Michelle Urben’s ‘Continuum Fund’ Solves VC’s Biggest Problem

    Venture Capital is Broken. This Fund Is the Fix. Forget the 10-year lockups, confusing fees, and zero liquidity. In this episode, we have Michelle, Urben of Synergos Fund to explore how her team is redefining VC with a hybrid evergreen structure built for impact, flexibility, and real returns. Michelle breaks down how their Continuum Fund model supports startups from seed to scale, offers liquidity within 2–3 years for some investors, and still targets above-market returns — all without compromising values or investor transparency. This episode is a must-watch if you're an angel investor, fund manager, or founder navigating capital stacks, LP expectations, or impact-driven investing. What You'll Learn: • How Synergos Fund solves VC’s biggest pain point: liquidity • Why “conscious capitalism” doesn’t mean lower returns • How fund structures can actually align with investors & founders Key Timestamps: 00:00 – Conscious capitalism & building an LP-aligned fund 02:45 – Michelle’s nuclear investing thesis & global energy perspective 08:00 – How the Synergos Fund unlocks early liquidity for LPs 14:10 – Fees, transparency & how they solve GP/LP misalignment 21:00 – The hybrid fund model: seed, scaling, commercializing stages Connect with Jeff Barnes: Website: https://www.jeffbarnes.ceo/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffpbarnes/ Connect with Michelle Urben & Synergos Fund: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-boquiren-urben-0538852/ Company Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-synergos-fund/ Website: www.thesynergosfund.com To book this guest on your podcast or news program, please contact Brian Hyland at Cricket Public Relations www.cricketpr.com CPR@Cricketpr.com (201) 410-4563 #VentureCapitalReform   #ImpactInvesting   #ConsciousCapitalism   #ContinuumFund  #LPFriendlyFund  #AngelInvestingTips  #HybridVCModel  #AccreditedInvestors   #DeepTechInvesting  #PrivateFundStrategy  #CashFlowForInvestors  #VCWithLiquidity  #EvergreenFunds  #FamilyOfficeInvesting  #StartupScalingStrategy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    37 min

  6. 09/15/2025

    How a Family Office Scaled & Sold Fast: Private Equity Exit Strategy

    🔥 What if your business could be built to sell — but you never intend to sell? In this episode of Angels, Exits & Acquisitions, we are with Josh Davis — an entrepreneur who scaled and exited a logistics company to private equity, and now runs his own family office . From sailing through literal storms to navigating business chaos, Josh shares powerful lessons on building scalable businesses, executing bolt-on acquisitions, and knowing when it’s time to exit. Josh reveals how he used creative deal structures and distressed acquisitions to fast-track growth — without outside capital. He and his wife turned a struggling startup into one of Canada’s fastest-growing logistics companies, leveraging systems, leadership development, and proprietary tech to dominate their niche. After their exit, Josh shifted focus to advising companies, investing via his family office, and helping other founders build businesses designed for legacy. If you're thinking about scaling fast, buying other businesses, or setting yourself up for a life-changing exit — this one’s packed with value. In this episode, you’ll discover: • How to grow fast using bolt-on acquisitions (even with limited capital) • Why systems, people, and tech are more valuable than product or profit • What most founders get wrong about exiting to private equity Key Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro & backstory: early life, sailing with grandfather, inspiration to build 02:45 – From startup to exit: building & selling to a PE-backed logistics firm 06:50 – Growth through acquisition: distressed deals & customer databases 12:30 – Sales, tech & leadership systems that made them an acquisition target 20:10 – Emotional reasons to exit: marriage, burnout, and becoming a father 24:50 – What to look for in acquisitions now: systems, team, owner dependency 31:00 – Josh’s best advice to his younger self & founders building for legacy Connect with Jeff Barnes: Website: https://www.jeffbarnes.ceo/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffpbarnes/ Connect with Josh Davis: Website: https://jldavisenterprises.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scaling-with-josh-davis/ #PrivateEquityExit#BusinessAcquisition#ScaleYourBusiness#BoltOnAcquisitions#ExitStrategy#FamilyOfficeInvesting#BusinessGrowthHacks#BuildToSell#SystemsAndProcesses#LeadershipTeams#DistressedDeals#SalesCulture#FounderBurnout#GrowthMindset#EntrepreneurAdvice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    46 min

  7. 09/08/2025

    AI Wrote My Entire Business Plan (Crazy Results)

    Most entrepreneurs think they have a business plan... but they're secretly planning to fail. This isn't just a document; it's your definitive roadmap to wealth and freedom. In this powerful episode, Jeff cuts through the noise, exposing the real secrets to scaling a profitable venture. He details how top companies achieve massive wins by mastering the business plan, drawing from his Navy leadership, driving innovation for Fortune 500s, and generating over $1 Billion in capital for clients.  His mission: to empower individuals to build lasting legacies, achieve personal autonomy, and live on their terms. Stop shooting from the hip and discover the ultimate startup strategy for business growth and entrepreneurial success. • The 150-Page Blueprint (Your GPS): Stop making founder mistakes. A 40-150 page business plan, meticulously written by you, is your non-negotiable "GPS" for massive business growth. Even Fortune 500 CEOs use this detailed strategy to navigate challenges and drive success. • AI: Your Research & ICP Superpower: Leverage AI tools (ChatGPT, Grok) to supercharge market research and pinpoint your Ideal Client Profile (ICP) in hours. This means identifying customer needs, validating opportunities, and building a robust business plan – but always validate the AI's output yourself. • Master Your Metrics: CAC, CLV & Tracking: Uncover true profitability by mastering Customer Acquisition Cost (CAC) and Customer Lifetime Value (CLV). Track every advertising dollar across channels (TikTok, Google Ads) with robust accounting. This is your foundation for accurate financial projections, strategic execution, and a scalable business model. Timestamps: • 00:00 - The Harsh Truth: Why Your "Business Plan" is Failing You • 05:15 - Why YOU Must Write Your Business Plan (No Excuses!) • 12:30 - AI's Secret Weapon for Ultra-Fast Market Research • 20:00 - The #1 Metric for Sustainable Business Growth: CAC vs. CLV • 28:45 - How to Avoid Investor Questions You Can't Answer (Strategic Planning) Connect with Us:  Website: https://www.jeffbarnes.ceo/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffpbarnes/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    24 min

  8. 09/01/2025

    Why 99% of Entrepreneurs NEVER Raise Capital (And How to Be the 1%)

    99% of entrepreneurs never raise real capital or see a successful exit.  Forget the hype. Building a business that actually scales and exits is harder than ever.  This episode of Angels Exits & Acquisitions debunks the brutal truth about raising money, scaling a business, and creating generational wealth through angel investing. Jeff Barnes breaks down what most podcasts and “gurus” won’t tell you: that competition is fierce, most startups fail at raising capital, and real wealth only comes when you design your business with the exit in mind. Jeff shares raw stories of losing millions, navigating bad partnerships, and protecting himself from predators — alongside the playbook that helped him turn failures into generational wealth strategies. If you’re a founder raising money, an investor hunting off-market opportunities, or someone serious about protecting and growing wealth, this conversation will change the way you see entrepreneurship and angel investing forever. 🚀 What You’ll Learn in This Episode Why most founders FAIL at raising capital (and how to be the 1% who don’t). How to structure your company with the end-game exit strategy in mind. The insider truths about angel investing, wealth protection, and building a legacy. ⏱️ Major Timestamps 00:13 – Why the podcast format is changing & what to expect going forward 02:38 – The brutal truth about competition and why products aren’t enough 04:54 – What makes a “real business” vs. just being self-employed 09:38 – Jeff’s biggest failures and lessons learned in raising capital 12:01 – Generational wealth planning: creating legacies beyond your lifetime Expect wins and failures shared openly — no sugarcoating. Content remains SEC/FNRA/IRS compliant and focused on practical value. 🔗 Connect with Jeff Barnes 🌐 Website: https://www.jeffbarnes.ceo/ 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffpbarnes/ 🌐 Our private investment group: MastermindInvestmentClub.com #BusinessExitStrategy #RaisingCapital #AngelInvesting #GenerationalWealth #StartupGrowth #Entrepreneurship #InvestorTips #WealthBuilding #StartupFunding #ExitPlanning #AngelInvestors #BusinessGrowth #FoundersJourney #FinancialFreedom #BusinessStrategy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Are you a high-achieving business owner, successful founder, or investor seeking to turn your success into enduring wealth? The Angels, Exits, & Acquisitions Podcast is your gateway to strategies that build, protect, and preserve your legacy. Join host Jeff Barnes, a seasoned entrepreneur and CEO of Angel Investors Network, as he interviews the top 1% of business leaders, investors, venture capitalists, and private equity experts worldwide. These trailblazers share their playbooks for scaling businesses, finding and raising capital, making high-impact investments, and achieving monumental exits. Who Is This Podcast For? 💼 Elite Business Owners & Founders of 8-9 figure enterprises who want to: Transition operational success into sustainable wealth creation. Expand through acquisitions, mergers, or franchise growth. Protect and preserve wealth for future generations. 💰 High-Net-Worth Investors ready to: Diversify portfolios with private equity, venture capital, and startup investments. Tap into private investment opportunities with high-growth potential. Learn advanced strategies for preserving wealth and creating a legacy. 📈 Venture Capitalists & Private Equity Leaders aiming to: Gain actionable insights into deal sourcing and capital structuring. Build strategic partnerships to accelerate growth. Discover lucrative ventures and investment opportunities. What You’ll Get: 🎯 Insider knowledge on scaling businesses to 9-figure valuations and beyond. 📈 Proven strategies for early-stage investing, private equity deals, and high-value acquisitions. 💼 Expert advice on navigating capital raises and building investor confidence. 🌟 Inspirational stories from the world’s top entrepreneurs and wealth creators. Whether you’re expanding your empire, preparing for a profitable exit, or building a legacy, the Angels, Exits, & Acquisitions Podcast delivers game-changing insights to help you thrive in every stage of your wealth-building journey. 🔔 Subscribe now to access weekly interviews and exclusive strategies to fuel your success. Your path to wealth, freedom, and legacy begins here! 🚀 🌟 Keywords: #BusinessOwners #WealthCreation #LegacyPlanning #PrivateEquityStrategies #VentureCapitalInsights #Scaling8FigureBusinesses #AcquisitionsAndExits #AlternativeInvestments #PrivateEquityDeals #HighNetWorthInvestors #InvestorEducation #CapitalRaisingStrategies #BuildingGenerationalWealth #EntrepreneurialLeadership #ScalingBusinessEmpires #venturecapital #realestateinvesting #raisingcapital #businessgrowth #growthcapital #investinginstartups #investingadvice #investmentrevolution #startupinvesting #startupinvestor #startupinvestment

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  • Creator
    Jeff Barnes
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2025
  • Episodes
    109
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © All rights to produce, distribute, and replicate this podcast or any part thereof are the exclusive rights of Angel Investors Network Inc.