DealQuest Podcast with Corey Kupfer

Corey Kupfer
DealQuest  Podcast with Corey Kupfer

Why do some companies grow by leaps and bounds while others only inch forward? Simple. They embrace Deal-Driven Growth in addition to organic growth! DealQuest is where you learn how to strategize, prepare for, find, and complete deals to grow your company faster. Listen in as host Corey Kupfer takes you behind the scenes with some of the world’s most fascinating deal-savvy business leaders. This is the one place where they can share openly the secret to deals they have done (or failed to do) and the issues, opportunities, benefits, pitfalls and lessons learned. Here you learn first-hand all about: Powerful deals that require little capital, mergers, acquisitions, and tuck-ins, Joint ventures, partnerships, and strategic alliances, licensing, raising capital and onboarding key employees, negotiating, structuring, finding, valuing, closing and integrating deals. Don’t be the one at the table who doesn’t grasp the power of Deal-Driven Growth!

  1. Episode 334: Investing in Coffee, Private Capital, and Emerging Markets with Cole Shephard

    2D AGO

    Episode 334: Investing in Coffee, Private Capital, and Emerging Markets with Cole Shephard

    Hold on to your coffee cups, folks —we're diving deep into the world of private capital, emerging markets, and coffee investments today!⁠In this episode of the DealQuest Podcast, I’m chatting with Cole Shephard, founder of Green Coffee Company, about how he turned Colombian agriculture into a business powerhouse. This episode is a game-changer for anyone interested in real estate, coffee, or emerging markets. Here’s the deal—Cole’s journey from corporate finance to entrepreneurship is packed with invaluable insights you NEED to hear.⁠Whether you're an investor, entrepreneur, or coffee lover, you're going to get the inside scoop on: How to navigate cultural differences in international business Turning market inefficiencies into BIG opportunities Building local partnerships to thrive in new markets And much moreWant the full story?⁠• • •FOR MORE ON THIS EPISODE:https://www.coreykupfer.com/blog/coleshephard• • • FOR MORE ON COLE SHEPHARDhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/cole-shephard-67b1a51a/https://www.juanvaldezcafestore.com/ FOR MORE ON COREY KUPFER https://www.linkedin.com/in/coreykupfer/http://coreykupfer.com/ • • •  Corey Kupfer is an expert strategist, negotiator, and dealmaker. He has more than 35 years of professional deal-making and negotiating experience. Corey is a successful entrepreneur, attorney, consultant, author, and professional speaker. He is deeply passionate about deal-driven growth. He is also the creator and host of the DealQuest Podcast.Get deal-ready with the DealQuest Podcast with Corey Kupfer, where like-minded entrepreneurs and business leaders converge, share insights and challenges, and success stories. Equip yourself with the tools, resources, and support necessary to navigate the complex yet rewarding world of dealmaking. Dive into the world of deal-driven growth today!

    49 min
  2. Episode 333: How to Franchise Your Business the Right Way with Greg Mohr

    MAR 12

    Episode 333: How to Franchise Your Business the Right Way with Greg Mohr

    Want to unlock the real secrets of building a successful franchise? Then you NEED to hear this conversation with franchise expert Greg Mohr! In this episode, Greg breaks down the biggest mistakes new franchise owners make and what it actually takes to create a business that works for you—not the other way around. Greg has helped countless entrepreneurs break free from the 9-5 and find the perfect franchise fit for their goals, lifestyle, and financial freedom. If franchising has ever crossed your mind, this is a must-listen!Ready to make franchising work for you?• • •FOR MORE ON THIS EPISODE:https://www.coreykupfer.com/blog/gregmohr• • •FOR MORE ON GREG MOHR:https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregorykmohr/https://www.facebook.com/FranchiseMaven/https://instagram.com/franchisemavenhttps://www.franchisemaven.com/ FOR MORE ON COREY KUPFER https://www.linkedin.com/in/coreykupfer/http://coreykupfer.com/ • • •  Corey Kupfer is an expert strategist, negotiator, and dealmaker. He has more than 35 years of professional deal-making and negotiating experience. Corey is a successful entrepreneur, attorney, consultant, author, and professional speaker. He is deeply passionate about deal-driven growth. He is also the creator and host of the DealQuest Podcast.Get deal-ready with the DealQuest Podcast with Corey Kupfer, where like-minded entrepreneurs and business leaders converge, share insights and challenges, and success stories. Equip yourself with the tools, resources, and support necessary to navigate the complex yet rewarding world of dealmaking. Dive into the world of deal-driven growth today!

    46 min
  3. Episode 332: The Art of Lucrative Exits and Business Growth with John Martinka

    MAR 5

    Episode 332: The Art of Lucrative Exits and Business Growth with John Martinka

    Want to learn the secrets to a lucrative business exit?! Then you NEED to check out this episode with business transition expert John Martinka!John has been helping entrepreneurs buy, sell, and scale businesses for over 25 years…In this episode, he’s revealing the key strategies that make the difference between a profitable business sale and a missed opportunity.BTW… these are real-world tactics that ANY business owner can apply to maximize their company’s value before an exit.If you’ve ever wondered how to strategically prepare your business for sale, you do NOT want to miss this conversation.John is the go-to expert in the world of buy-sell transactions—and in this episode, he’s breaking it all down for you. • • •FOR MORE ON THIS EPISODE:https://www.coreykupfer.com/blog/johnmartinka• • •FOR MORE ON JOHN MARTINKA https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnmartinka/http://www.nokomisadvisory.com/https://www.amazon.com/Company-Growth-Acquisition-Makes-Dollars/dp/1975710622/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=John+martinka&pldnSite=1&qid=1655249073&sr=8-3 FOR MORE ON COREY KUPFER https://www.linkedin.com/in/coreykupfer/http://coreykupfer.com/ • • •  Corey Kupfer is an expert strategist, negotiator, and dealmaker. He has more than 35 years of professional deal-making and negotiating experience. Corey is a successful entrepreneur, attorney, consultant, author, and professional speaker. He is deeply passionate about deal-driven growth. He is also the creator and host of the DealQuest Podcast.Get deal-ready with the DealQuest Podcast with Corey Kupfer, where like-minded entrepreneurs and business leaders converge, share insights and challenges, and success stories. Equip yourself with the tools, resources, and support necessary to navigate the complex yet rewarding world of dealmaking. Dive into the world of deal-driven growth today!

    40 min
  4. Episode 330: From Operator to Owner: Business Freedom with Pete Mohr

    FEB 19

    Episode 330: From Operator to Owner: Business Freedom with Pete Mohr

    Are YOU the bottleneck in your business? In this episode of the DealQuest Podcast, I’m joined by Pete Mohr, certified exit planning coach, to share actionable strategies to reclaim your time, build a self-sustaining business, and exit with confidence.⁠You’ll get the lowdown on:- Creating a business that works for you- How to plan your exit strategy early-The secret to building a brand and team that thrives without you⁠If you’re tired of feeling like your business can’t run without you (because, let’s be real, that’s exhausting), this episode is a must-listen.And find out how to create a business that works for you, not because of you. • • •FOR MORE ON THIS EPISODE:https://www.coreykupfer.com/blog/petemohr• • •FOR MORE ON PETE MOHRhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/petemohrhttps://twitter.com/SimplifyingEhttps://www.facebook.com/SimplifyingEntrepreneurshiphttps://pete-mohr.com/https://simplifyingentrepreneurship.com/laws/FOR MORE ON COREY KUPFERhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/coreykupfer/http://coreykupfer.com/ • • • Corey Kupfer is an expert strategist, negotiator, and dealmaker. He has more than 35 years of professional deal-making and negotiating experience. Corey is a successful entrepreneur, attorney, consultant, author, and professional speaker. He is deeply passionate about deal-driven growth. He is also the creator and host of the DealQuest Podcast.Get deal-ready with the DealQuest Podcast with Corey Kupfer, where like-minded entrepreneurs and business leaders converge, share insights and challenges, and success stories. Equip yourself with the tools, resources, and support necessary to navigate the complex yet rewarding world of dealmaking. Dive into the world of deal-driven growth today!

    49 min
  5. Episode 329: Mastering Franchising and Business Success with Cliff Nonnenmacher

    FEB 12

    Episode 329: Mastering Franchising and Business Success with Cliff Nonnenmacher

    When it comes to business growth, it’s not about chasing every opportunity or following the latest shiny object.Here’s the thing:You need to focus on what actually works.So stop overcomplicating it.What really moves the needle? Building systems that help you scale and finding the right strategies that actually make sense for YOU.In this episode of the DealQuest Podcast, I sat down with Cliff Nonnenmacher, a serial entrepreneur and franchise mastermind, who’s built and scaled successful businesses from the ground up.Cliff shares his real-world insights on what it takes to spot opportunities, negotiate smart deals, and thrive in the franchising world, whether you're just starting or looking to take your venture to the next level.• • •FOR MORE ON THIS EPISODE:https://www.coreykupfer.com/blog/cliffnonnenmacher• • •FOR MORE ON CLIFF NONNENMACHERhttp://x.com/franocityhttp://www.facebook.com/franocityhttp://www.linkedin.com/in/cliffnonnenmacherhttp://franocity.com/FOR MORE ON COREY KUPFERhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/coreykupfer/http://coreykupfer.com/ • • • Corey Kupfer is an expert strategist, negotiator, and dealmaker. He has more than 35 years of professional deal-making and negotiating experience. Corey is a successful entrepreneur, attorney, consultant, author, and professional speaker. He is deeply passionate about deal-driven growth. He is also the creator and host of the DealQuest Podcast.Get deal-ready with the DealQuest Podcast with Corey Kupfer, where like-minded entrepreneurs and business leaders converge, share insights and challenges, and success stories. Equip yourself with the tools, resources, and support necessary to navigate the complex yet rewarding world of dealmaking. Dive into the world of deal-driven growth today!

    51 min
  6. Episode 328: Scale Business Growth and Personal Freedom with Richard Manders

    FEB 5

    Episode 328: Scale Business Growth and Personal Freedom with Richard Manders

    If this is the year YOU plan to scale your business while unlocking the freedom you’ve always dreamed of…Then this podcast episode is for you!Richard Manders, an accomplished entrepreneur and seasoned business coach, joins me to discuss: How to prepare your business for inevitable challenges (even when things are going great)... The secret to choosing a capital partner who adds real value beyond just funding… Why aligning leadership roles with your strengths can supercharge growth... And how creating a clear vision for life after an exit sets you up for long-term happiness. And much more!Richard has worked with dozens of CEOs, helping them unlock growth while staying aligned with their personal values and goals. His expertise bridges the gap between business success and a life of true fulfillment.Ready to scale smarter and live better? • • •FOR MORE ON THIS EPISODE:https://www.coreykupfer.com/blog/richardmanders• • •FOR MORE ON RICHARD MANDERS:https://www.linkedin.com/in/richard-manders-3879846/https://freescalecoaching.com/FOR MORE ON COREY KUPFERhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/coreykupfer/http://coreykupfer.com/ • • • Corey Kupfer is an expert strategist, negotiator, and dealmaker. He has more than 35 years of professional deal-making and negotiating experience. Corey is a successful entrepreneur, attorney, consultant, author, and professional speaker. He is deeply passionate about deal-driven growth. He is also the creator and host of the DealQuest Podcast.Get deal-ready with the DealQuest Podcast with Corey Kupfer, where like-minded entrepreneurs and business leaders converge, share insights and challenges, and success stories. Equip yourself with the tools, resources, and support necessary to navigate the complex yet rewarding world of dealmaking. Dive into the world of deal-driven growth today!

    56 min
  7. Episode 327: No Ads, No Sales Pitches: The True Value of the DealQuest Podcast

    JAN 29

    Episode 327: No Ads, No Sales Pitches: The True Value of the DealQuest Podcast

    Business owners everywhere are chasing the quick wins — faster content, bigger audiences, more sales. But here’s the thing: Authenticity is the real game changer If you're in business, you know how easy it is to fall into the trap of sales pitches and automation. But listeners, clients, and followers? They’re craving something different. They want connection. They want value. They want YOU.In this episode of the DealQuest Podcast, I’m sharing why I’ve stayed true to providing real value — no ads, no gimmicks, just authentic insights into building your business and growing your authority.In this episode, I discuss: The power of curating content to save time and effort How authority marketing leads to long-term business success Building genuine relationships as you scale And much more! Want to hear why authentic marketing is your best bet for true growth? Tune in and learn how to foster relationships, boost credibility, and keep it REAL in your content creation.• • •FOR MORE ON THIS EPISODE:https://www.coreykupfer.com/blog/thetruevalueofthedealquestpodcast • • •FOR MORE ON COREY KUPFER:https://www.linkedin.com/in/coreykupfer/http://coreykupfer.com/ Corey Kupfer is an expert strategist, negotiator, and dealmaker. He has more than 35 years of professional deal-making and negotiating experience. Corey is a successful entrepreneur, attorney, consultant, author, and professional speaker. He is deeply passionate about deal-driven growth. He is also the creator and host of the DealQuest Podcast.Get deal-ready with the DealQuest Podcast with Corey Kupfer, where like-minded entrepreneurs and business leaders converge, share insights and challenges, and success stories. Equip yourself with the tools, resources, and support necessary to navigate the complex yet rewarding world of dealmaking. Dive into the world of deal-driven growth today!

    15 min
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43 Ratings

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Why do some companies grow by leaps and bounds while others only inch forward? Simple. They embrace Deal-Driven Growth in addition to organic growth! DealQuest is where you learn how to strategize, prepare for, find, and complete deals to grow your company faster. Listen in as host Corey Kupfer takes you behind the scenes with some of the world’s most fascinating deal-savvy business leaders. This is the one place where they can share openly the secret to deals they have done (or failed to do) and the issues, opportunities, benefits, pitfalls and lessons learned. Here you learn first-hand all about: Powerful deals that require little capital, mergers, acquisitions, and tuck-ins, Joint ventures, partnerships, and strategic alliances, licensing, raising capital and onboarding key employees, negotiating, structuring, finding, valuing, closing and integrating deals. Don’t be the one at the table who doesn’t grasp the power of Deal-Driven Growth!

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