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<p >In this insightful and candid conversation, Paul is joined by Rob Liddiard—former CEO turned EOS implementer—to explore the harsh realities of post-acquisition leadership. Drawing on his extensive experience helping...
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Buy and Build
Hosted by Paul Quirk · business · EN
About this Podcast:
Buy and Build is a weekly podcast that explores the nuances of buying and building small businesses, with a focus on the UK and Europe. If you are interested in small business acquisition or investing, then this show is for you! We will dissect the strategies and insights of small business owners, investors, and other deal professionals that we meet along our journeys to acquire and invest in our own profitable small businesses.
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What is Buy and Build about?
Buy and Build is a weekly podcast that explores the nuances of buying and building small businesses, with a focus on the UK and Europe. If you are interested in small business acquisition or investing, then this show is for you!
Who hosts Buy and Build?
Buy and Build is hosted by Paul Quirk. The show has published 100 episodes to date.
What has Buy and Build covered recently?
Recent episodes include "The Seven Sins of Post-Deal Leadership with Rob Liddiard" (15 December 2025, 60 minutes), "Building, Scaling, Selling (to Adobe): Lessons from ContentCal's Founder Alex Packham" (12 November 2025, 49 minutes), and "Why This Ex-Soldier Bet His Savings on a Set Storage Company (Billy Morley, MD of Set-A-Side Storage)" (12 June 2025, 52 minutes).
How often does Buy and Build publish?
Buy and Build publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 46 minutes across 100 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Buy and Build?
Booking probability for Buy and Build is 34%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Buy and Build requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Buy and Build's contact route on record: verified email.
Who should pitch Buy and Build?
The strongest fits for Buy and Build are Investing & Wealth Management and Business & Management Consulting. Buy and Build has a business audience.
About the host
Paul Quirk hosts Buy and Build, a business podcast with 100 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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- Nov 12, 202549 minS0
<p >In this episode, we're joined by Alex Packham—founder of ContentCal, which he scaled from agency roots into a SaaS platform used by thousands globally, culminating in an acquisition by Adobe.</p> <p >Alex shares his...
Episode #101
Why This Ex-Soldier Bet His Savings on a Set Storage Company (Billy Morley, MD of Set-A-Side Storage)
Jun 12, 202552 minS0<p >Billy Morley joins Paul on this episode of the Buy and Build podcast to share his inspiring transition from army officer to Oxford MBA, and ultimately to entrepreneur through a self-funded ETA. Billy acquired...
Episode #100
How a Texas Blizzard Sparked Conviction in a Niche UK Water Logistics Deal (Adam Johnson, CEO Water Direct))
Jun 1, 202537 minS0<p >In this landmark 100th episode, we're joined by Adam Johnson, an American acquisition entrepreneur who transitioned from the startup scene in California to acquiring and operating Water Direct in the UK. Adam takes...
- May 21, 20251 hourS0
<p >What does it take to step into the CEO seat—whether by acquisition or promotion? In this special episode, Will Hunnam (Forza Doors) and Carl Lundberg (Gerald Edelman) return to share their personal leadership...
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Episode #98
Navigating Total Addressable Market (TAM) with £100M Operator and Investor Matthias Knaur
May 10, 20251h 2mS0<p>In this episode, we sit down with Matthias Knaur—operator, investor, and seasoned voice in the European search fund and ETA community—to explore the real levers behind scaling small companies. From a billion-dollar...
- Apr 13, 202543 minS0
<p>In today's episode of Buy and Build, we dive deep into the incredible entrepreneurial journey of Brian Honan, founder and CEO of Fortus. Brian walks us through how he went from an "accidental entrepreneur" to leading...
Episode #96
In the Trenches- 7 Months Into Operating a £1M+ EBITDA SME (Fouzan Ali, MD of Combined Services)
Apr 1, 202539 minS0<p >The next acquisition accelerator is going to be in London in June (date TBC). Book your spot now for a discounted rate. If you cannot make that date, you can roll your spot into the next cohort. Join here...
- Feb 23, 202547 minS0
<p >In this episode, we speak with Allie Stuckless, a great friend and former JPMorgan colleague, about her transition from banking to launching a UK-based search fund. Allie has a fascinating background and has taken a...
Episode #94
Ep 94: From Startup Struggles to £5 Billion Exit: Jeremy Middleton's Entrepreneurial Journey
Jan 30, 202549 minS0<p>In this episode of Buy & Build, we sit down with Jeremy Middleton, co-founder of HomeServe, who later exited and is now CEO of Middleton Enterprises, his family investment office. We dive into his journey from...
- Dec 17, 202433 minS0
<p>In this episode, we're joined by Daniel Ewart, one of the youngest guests to date, who shares his unexpected entry into the search fund world. From his hands-on experience as an intern supporting proprietary outreach...
- Dec 8, 202436 minS0
<p>In this episode of the Buy and Build podcast, Paul and Rob Liddiard (Paul's EOS implementer), have a fascinating discussion on the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) and its implementation within Paul's business...
Episode #91
From Sports Coach to Acquisition Pro: Craig Brennan's Playbook for Scaling Through Acquisition
Oct 28, 202450 minS0<p>To register for the practical IDS session with Rob Liddiard (Paul's EOS implementer), follow this link: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0rd-CprDkuH9YwmWrSyBm4-D7mDrybyfky </p> <p>---</p> <p>Also, we still...
Episode #90
From Search to Acquisition in 6 Months [While Employed] - Toby Henry's Self-Funded Search Journey
Oct 16, 202447 minS0Still 3 seats available for the early access, discounted price, for the next Buy and Build Accelerator. https://www.buyandbuildaccelerator.com/ ---------------------------- <p>In this episode of Buy and Build, we chat...
- Oct 10, 202445 minS0
<p>Sign up now for the early access discounted price for the next Buy and Build Accelerator. https://www.buyandbuildaccelerator.com/</p> <p>------------------------</p> <p>In this inspiring episode, Tobyn Brooks shares...
- Sep 23, 202446 minS0
<p>Early bird access is live for the next B+B Search Accelerator, at a reduced fee for the first 5 sign-ups. </p> <p>https://www.buyandbuildaccelerator.com/ </p> <p>The date is still TBD but any conflicts can be...
- Sep 17, 202448 minS0
<p>Only 1 week to go to until the Buy and Build Search Accelerator. If you want to acquire a great business, quicker, come and learn from these experts. https://www.buyandbuildaccelerator.com/ </p>...
- Sep 9, 202435 minS0
<p>This week on Buy and Build, we sit down with Harry Morton, founder of Lower Street Media, a full-service podcast agency that recently made headlines by acquiring Pacific Content, the leading name in branded...
- Sep 1, 202422 minS0
<p>This week Paul gives a quick update on his first 2 years operating Amber Home Improvements, the future of the podcast, and past and future investing activities with Citium Capital. </p> <p>--> If you are a searcher...
- Aug 24, 202455 minS0
<p>This week we speak with Steve Lawrence, CEO of Uncomplicated Group. Uncomplicated Group is looking to buy injection moulding businesses from exiting or retiring owners. </p> <p>As hands-on operators, they have...
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Adam Johnson
assistant professor of surgery and assistant professor in population health science, American Podiatric Medical Association
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Jeremy Middleton
Senior Director of Digital Marketing & Revenue Operations, Middleton Enterprises
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Toby Henry
CEO, Accelerator Solutions
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Harry Morton
Podcast Production Visionary, Lower Street Media
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