M&A Launchpad

?? Join us at The M&A Launchpad Conference! ?? ?? May 3, 2025 ?? Houston, TX ?? We’re bringing together powerhouse women in Mergers & Acquisitions to share their expertise on strategic growth and success in the industry! ???? Meet our incredible speakers: ? @BekiDarlin – Founder, Our WAEE ? @KrystalAmos – Owner, Growth Bridge Partners ? @ShaunaDillenbeck – CEO, SLJ Profit Consulting ? @CamillaTurner – Managing Partner, CrownVista Capital ? @MeganNeel – Member Attorney, DumasNeel ?? Don’t miss out on game-changing strategies in M&A! Secure your spot today. ?? Get your tickets now: MALaunchpad.com #MALaunchpad #WomenInMA #StrategicGrowth #MergersAndAcquisitions #HoustonEvents

Roman Basi – Master M&A, Succession, and Tax Strategies at the M&A Launchpad Conference! We’re thrilled to welcome Roman Basi, President of The Center for Financial, Legal & Tax Planning, Inc., as a keynote speaker at the M&A Launchpad Conference in Houston! As a top M&A attorney and CPA, Roman advises business owners on acquisitions, succession planning, and tax strategies, ensuring deals are structured for maximum value and long-term success. With decades of experience, he’s a trusted expert in navigating complex financial and legal landscapes. Join us on May 3, 2025, and gain the insights you need to optimize your next deal. Learn more about Roman’s work at taxplanning.com. Secure your spot now! malaunchpad.com #MALaunchpad #MAConference #RomanBasi #BusinessAcquisition #TaxPlanning #SuccessionPlanning #MergersAndAcquisitions

Your Next Big Deal Starts Here—Join Us as a VIP! Join us at The M&A Launchpad Conference on May 3, 2025, in Houston, TX, for real insights, connections, and opportunities. No fluff, just results. ?? VIP tickets are $250 OFF this week only! Use code LAUNCH to claim your discount. Act fast—offer ends in 7 days! ?? Event Date: May 3, 2025 ? Flash Sale Ends: March 21, 2025 ?? Use Code: LAUNCH at checkout ?? Claim Your Discount: www.malaunchpad.com #MALaunchpad #VIPSale #HoustonEvents #Entrepreneurship #Networking @MA_launchpad

How We Compete with Industry Giants: The Growth of Partnership Strategy Listen to the full podcast with Bryan Rand here: ?? Podcast on Spotify: https://loom.ly/K822Y8g ?? Podcast on Apple: https://loom.ly/5vMwujo About The M&A Launchpad: The M&A Launchpad provides insights into acquiring, investing in, and selling profitable businesses in the lower to middle market. Whether you are a business owner, investor, or aspiring entrepreneur, we will provide you with the knowledge, guidance, and capital to navigate the world of mergers and acquisitions. The M&A Launchpad presents a series of weekly podcast episodes and hosts an annual M&A Launchpad Conference tailored to the M&A community. ??? Attend Upcoming M&A Launchpad Conference: https://loom.ly/MxHCt-Q #entrepreneuer #businessowner #podcast #malaunchpadpodcast #malaunchpadconference #investing #entrepreneurshipthroughacquisition #ETA #alternativeinvestments #entrepreneuer #businessowner #podcast #malaunchpadpodcast #malaunchpadconference #investing #entrepreneurshipthroughacquisition #ETA #alternativeinvestments

In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, Casey Minshew and Feras Moussa interview Michael and Meredith Schlinkert, owners of BackgroundConnect, as they share their journey of acquiring a background screening company in Houston. They discuss their backgrounds, the search process for the right business, the challenges they faced during the acquisition, and their strategies for growth in the first year. The conversation highlights the importance of having the right team, understanding the business landscape, and building strong client relationships. They also reflect on their experiences and offer advice for aspiring entrepreneurs looking to make similar moves in the business world. In this episode: ? How Michael and Meredith Schlinkert navigated the business acquisition process while maintaining full-time jobs. ? The challenges of entering the background screening industry and how they adapted. ? Key strategies for post-acquisition growth, including technology investments and client relationships. ? How they financed their acquisition using self-raised equity and an SBA loan. You can contact Meredith Schlinkert at [email protected] Additional Resources: ? Access our archive of video interviews on YouTube https://loom.ly/93EEwOU ? Get in touch with show hosts Casey Minshew and Feras Moussa at - [email protected] ? Looking to invest in M&A opportunities or partner with an advisor to acquire, scale or sell your business? Visit Equity Launchpad (https://loom.ly/ZVR-528) ? Love this podcast? Join the M&A Launchpad Community at the M&A Launchpad Conference on May 3rd in Houston. Get your tickets here: https://loom.ly/SO2_xso ?? Podcast on Spotify: https://loom.ly/aRl4G4o ?? Podcast on Apple: https://loom.ly/Dqny4NQ ??? Attend Upcoming M&A Launchpad Conference: https://loom.ly/MxHCt-Q #entrepreneuer #businessowner #podcast #malaunchpadpodcast #malaunchpadconference #investing #entrepreneurshipthroughacquisition #ETA #alternativeinvestments

The Rise of Independent Sponsors and why investors are ALL IN! Listen to the full podcast with Bryan Rand here: ?? Podcast on Spotify: https://loom.ly/K822Y8g ?? Podcast on Apple: https://loom.ly/5vMwujo About The M&A Launchpad: The M&A Launchpad provides insights into acquiring, investing in, and selling profitable businesses in the lower to middle market. Whether you are a business owner, investor, or aspiring entrepreneur, we will provide you with the knowledge, guidance, and capital to navigate the world of mergers and acquisitions. The M&A Launchpad presents a series of weekly podcast episodes and hosts an annual M&A Launchpad Conference tailored to the M&A community. ??? Attend Upcoming M&A Launchpad Conference: https://loom.ly/MxHCt-Q #entrepreneuer #businessowner #podcast #malaunchpadpodcast #malaunchpadconference #investing #entrepreneurshipthroughacquisition #ETA #alternativeinvestments #entrepreneuer #businessowner #podcast #malaunchpadpodcast #malaunchpadconference #investing #entrepreneurshipthroughacquisition #ETA #alternativeinvestments

Blake Hutchison – Master the Art of Buying and Selling Online Businesses at the M&A Launchpad Conference! We’re excited to welcome Blake Hutchison, CEO of Flippa, as a keynote speaker at the M&A Launchpad Conference in Houston! As the leader of the world’s largest marketplace for buying and selling online businesses, Blake has helped thousands of entrepreneurs successfully exit and investors acquire valuable digital assets. With years of experience in growth, acquisitions, and digital business strategy, he brings unmatched expertise in navigating the online M&A landscape. Whether you're looking to sell a business, invest in digital assets, or scale your portfolio, Blake’s insights will be invaluable. Join us on May 3, 2025, and learn how to unlock new opportunities in the ever-evolving world of online business acquisitions. Learn more about Flippa at flippa.com. Secure your spot now! malaunchpad.com #MALaunchpad #Flippa #OnlineBusiness #BusinessAcquisition #MergersAndAcquisitions #Entrepreneurship #BlakeHutchison

Why Private Equity was NOT for me! - Bryan Rand Listen to the full podcast with Bryan Rand here: ?? Podcast on Spotify: https://loom.ly/K822Y8g ?? Podcast on Apple: https://loom.ly/5vMwujo About The M&A Launchpad: The M&A Launchpad provides insights into acquiring, investing in, and selling profitable businesses in the lower to middle market. Whether you are a business owner, investor, or aspiring entrepreneur, we will provide you with the knowledge, guidance, and capital to navigate the world of mergers and acquisitions. The M&A Launchpad presents a series of weekly podcast episodes and hosts an annual M&A Launchpad Conference tailored to the M&A community. ??? Attend Upcoming M&A Launchpad Conference: https://loom.ly/MxHCt-Q #entrepreneuer #businessowner #podcast #malaunchpadpodcast #malaunchpadconference #investing #entrepreneurshipthroughacquisition #ETA #alternativeinvestments #entrepreneuer #businessowner #podcast #malaunchpadpodcast #malaunchpadconference #investing #entrepreneurshipthroughacquisition #ETA #alternativeinvestments

Bryan Rand discusses Why Buying Bigger Businesses is Better Listen to the full podcast with Bryan Rand here: ?? Podcast on Spotify: https://loom.ly/K822Y8g ?? Podcast on Apple: https://loom.ly/5vMwujo About The M&A Launchpad: The M&A Launchpad provides insights into acquiring, investing in, and selling profitable businesses in the lower to middle market. Whether you are a business owner, investor, or aspiring entrepreneur, we will provide you with the knowledge, guidance, and capital to navigate the world of mergers and acquisitions. The M&A Launchpad presents a series of weekly podcast episodes and hosts an annual M&A Launchpad Conference tailored to the M&A community. ??? Attend Upcoming M&A Launchpad Conference: https://loom.ly/MxHCt-Q #entrepreneuer #businessowner #podcast #malaunchpadpodcast #malaunchpadconference #investing #entrepreneurshipthroughacquisition #ETA #alternativeinvestments #entrepreneuer #businessowner #podcast #malaunchpadpodcast #malaunchpadconference #investing #entrepreneurshipthroughacquisition #ETA #alternativeinvestments

Bryan Rand discusses how he scaled from $0 to $15M in revenue. Listen to the full podcast with Bryan Rand here: ?? Podcast on Spotify: https://loom.ly/K822Y8g ?? Podcast on Apple: https://loom.ly/5vMwujo About The M&A Launchpad: The M&A Launchpad provides insights into acquiring, investing in, and selling profitable businesses in the lower to middle market. Whether you are a business owner, investor, or aspiring entrepreneur, we will provide you with the knowledge, guidance, and capital to navigate the world of mergers and acquisitions. The M&A Launchpad presents a series of weekly podcast episodes and hosts an annual M&A Launchpad Conference tailored to the M&A community. ??? Attend Upcoming M&A Launchpad Conference: https://loom.ly/MxHCt-Q #entrepreneuer #businessowner #podcast #malaunchpadpodcast #malaunchpadconference #investing #entrepreneurshipthroughacquisition #ETA #alternativeinvestments #entrepreneuer #businessowner #podcast #malaunchpadpodcast #malaunchpadconference #investing #entrepreneurshipthroughacquisition #ETA #alternativeinvestments