Coffee With Cagnetta

Join Andy Cagnetta , CEO of Transworld Business Advisors , as he sits down with business leaders, entrepreneurs, and industry pioneers to uncover the secrets of success, leadership, and growth.

Coffee With Cagnetta is a business podcast hosted by Andy Cagnetta, with 42 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Andy Cagnetta hosts Coffee With Cagnetta, a business show with 42 episodes published.

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  Episode #43

  CWC EP43 | Andy Cagnetta Sits w/ Patrick Flood, Founder of Owners in Honor

  Jun 16, 202641 minS1

  Is small business ownership as simple as the internet makes it look? Most people treat business acquisition like flipping houses, but the reality requires grit, long-term commitment, and strict risk mitigation. In this episode of Coffee with Cagnetta, Andy Cagnetta (CEO of Transworld Business Advisors) interviews Patrick Flood, founder of Owners in Honor. Patrick shares how his background as an Army Special Forces officer and M&A practice director helped him build a unique nonprofit that guides veterans through buying and selling small businesses safely. We break down the true mechanics of SBA financing, the reality of "dented" middle-market businesses, and the innovative tax structures used to protect a business owner's legacy. 📌 Visit TWorld.com for more information about M&A, Leadership, and Business. In this video, you’ll learn: The reality of the "Silver Tsunami" and financing small businesses. Why Owners in Honor requires a strict 3-year operator commitment. How to utilize a nonprofit structure to mitigate capital gains tax on a business sale. The "Three Attorney Rule" every business owner needs to know before exiting.

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  Episode #42

  CWC EP 42 | Andy Cagnetta Sits w/ Zach Hunter, of Hyperspace Ventures and Owner of the Palm Beach Royals Pickleball Team

  Jun 16, 202636 minS1

  What happens when a seasoned tech investor takes the "Venture Studio" model to the professional sports world? In this episode of Coffee with Cagnetta, Andy sits down with Zach Hunter of Hyperspace Ventures. Zach explains the mechanics of the Venture Studio model—where they don't just fund companies, they build them—and why South Florida has become the ultimate "hyper-growth" hub. We also dive into his ownership of the Boca Raton Royals and the massive business shift currently happening in Major League Pickleball. If you want to know how to identify the "ingredients" of a successful startup or a winning sports franchise, this conversation is your roadmap.

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  Episode #41

  CWC EP 41 | Andy Cagnetta Sits w/ Keith Costello, CEO of Locality Bank and Current Chair of the Florida Bankers Association

  Jun 16, 202631 minS1

  Is your bank actually a partner in your business, or just a place to hold your cash? In this episode of Coffee with Cagnetta, Andy Cagnetta (CEO of Transworld Business Advisors) sits down with Keith Costello, the CEO of Locality Bank and the current Chair of the Florida Bankers Association. Keith shares his journey of starting a de novo bank in the middle of a pandemic and explains why he’s on a mission to bring personalized service back to South Florida banking. We discuss the massive "deposit gap" in Broward County, how technology allows smaller banks to move faster than the "Big Four," and the #1 mistake entrepreneurs make when seeking capital. 📌 Visit TWorld.com for more information about M&A, Leadership, and Business. In this video, you’ll learn: Why Keith Costello decided to launch Locality Bank during a global crisis. The "Tech-Forward" approach: How to get big-bank tech with local service. What being the Chair of the Florida Bankers Association means for local owners. Why the $70 Billion in local deposits should stay in local banks.

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  Episode #40

  CWC EP40 | Andy Cagnetta Sits w/ Brandon Schlichter, Creator of "Investment Joy" YouTube channel

  Jun 16, 202632 minS1

  Is "passive income" actually a myth? Most people want the rewards of business ownership without the grit of digging up a sewer line. In this episode of Coffee with Cagnetta, Andy Cagnetta (CEO of Transworld Business Advisors) interviews Brandon Schlichter, the creator behind the massive "Investment Joy" YouTube channel. Brandon explains why he chose "unsexy" businesses like car washes, laundromats, and vending machines to build his empire, and the incredible story of how he turned a physical portfolio into a digital audience of over 5 million people. We dive into the reality of business acquisition, why most entrepreneurs fail by over-complicating their models, and Brandon's "no magic pills" philosophy for long-term success. 📌 Visit TWorld.com for more information about M&A, Leadership, and Business. In this video, you’ll learn: Why "Boring Businesses" are the best-kept secret in M&A. The truth about passive income: Why it's 90% hard work and grit. How to scale a physical business portfolio into a global media brand. Advice for the "Prototypical Entrepreneur": Stop looking for the magic pill.

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  Episode #39

  CWC EP39 | Andy Cagnetta Sits w/ Ken Wiesenfeld, founder of Wise Financial Consulting

  Jun 16, 202632 minS1

  Are you making business decisions based on gut feeling or actual data? Most small business owners are "flying blind" when it comes to their finances. In this episode of Coffee with Cagnetta, Andy Cagnetta (CEO of Transworld Business Advisors) sits down with Ken Wiesenfeld, founder of Wise Financial Consulting. Ken explains the "Fractional CFO" revolution—how small and medium-sized businesses can access high-level financial strategy without the $300k/year price tag. We dive into how to build a "Board of Advisors," why you should hire for humanity over technical skill, and the critical steps every owner must take to make their company "sellable." 📌 Visit TWorld.com for more information about M&A, Leadership, and Business. In this podcast, you’ll learn: What a Fractional CFO actually does and when you need one. Why "Being a Good Human" is the ultimate competitive advantage in South Florida. The "Silver Tsunami": Preparing your business for the coming M&A wave. How AI is changing accounting and why "Strategic Intel" is the new gold.

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