From Searchering -> Partnering with the Platform I Co-Founded

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by an investor from University of Virginia
in Tampa, FL, USA

9mos ago

From Searchering -> Partnering with the Platform I Co-Founded

A really cool full circle moment-- I recently joined ^redacted‌‌ on the Acquiring Minds podcast alongside SMBootcamp alumni, ‌^redacted‌. Jack acquired a Colorado-based commercial fencing business and ultimately exited (and partnered with) thePE–backed commercial fencing/perimeter security platform I co-founded inredactedNow Jack's a key member of the Perimeter Solutions Group team! From SMBootcamp attendee➝ small business owner➝ successful exit/partnership. This is my all-time favorite story from SMBootcamp and exactly why we built it. Enjoy the conversation! Go check it out below: redacted redacted

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reply by a searcher 7mos ago
from University of Houston in Houston, TX, USA

This was a great listen. Especially appreciated the part where you guys broke down Jack's first acquisition. The forgivable seller note concept is new to me. Very interesting. Would love to hear a follow-up on how you guys are growing PSG and what the eventual exit will look like.