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The M&A market can be boring, but everyone has a story. The Investors & Operators podcast is about discovering the stories people were holding back, didn’t know how to tell, or forgot about. The goal is simple: fresh, authentic storytelling to bring people together in the M&A community. With over 1M organic views and counting on LinkedIn, 51 Labs is disrupting the M&A market through the use of videography and content creation. In a market that longs for authenticity, 51 Labs helps strengthen your brand and tell your story. From concept to distribution, we strategize and produce thoughtful content to be used across a multitude of channels, to help you stand out in an otherwise traditionally boring market. New episodes every other Thursday at 6:00am Eastern.
Unknown Host hosts Investors & Operators, a business show with 154 episodes published.
Before leading value creation at Brightstar Capital Partners, Chris Nicolini served as an Army officer, ran large-scale manufacturing operations, and led transformation efforts at General Electric. Today, he brings those
Alex Russ is the Head of Americas for Evercore’s Private Funds Group. He advises PE sponsors on fundraising strategy, LP positioning, and market navigation, with a focus on helping managers differentiate themselves in an
Andrew Nelson is Chief of Staff to the CEO at Waste Eliminator, where he helps drive strategic initiatives, operational execution, and growth across the company’s expanding footprint in the Southeast. Before entering the
Mike Silva is an Investment Manager at CalPERS, where he has spent more than a decade leading the institution’s Emerging Manager Program across private equity, private debt, and real estate. He focuses on sourcing, evalu
Topics: Why Fewer, Better Theses Win Integration Lessons from 100+ Acquisitions What LPs Look for in the First Meeting How to Win Trust in Controlled Deals ...and so much more. Top Takeaways Avoid overpaying, overleverin
Chris Nikic is the first person with Down Syndrome to complete an Ironman. He has also ran all SIX Global Marathon Majors, Won TWO ESPY's, and become a global Ambassador for the Special Olympics. He’s an Adidas-sponsored
Topics: Venue Do’s & Don’ts Agendas for Emerging Managers Panels vs. Single Presenters Public LP Constraints AGMs as a Brand Opportunity ...and so much more. Brian Bank shares what actually makes AGMs stand out from an L
Liz Weindruch breaks down what makes an AGM work from an LP’s perspective. The result is a practical, no-fluff guide for emerging managers planning their first or next AGM. Topics: Comms Best Practices Use of Panels & Pr
Topics: “99% Right Is 100% Wrong” Mindset Maximizing Outcomes in a Sale Process Post-Close Seller Regrets ...and so much more. Top Takeaways Make your first deals your brand. Matt emphasizes that early deals define how t
Topics: How Sponsors Communicate Efficiently What Investors Look For in First Calls Lower Middle Market Buy-and-Build Strategies ...and so much more. Top Takeaways Match your capital partners to your stage of maturity. G
Topics: Emotional Highs & Lows of Founders Why Hire Above Your Skill Set Learning to Spot Opportunities ...and so much more. Top Takeaways Founders: Build a culture of cheap experiments and fast iteration. The first vers
Topics: Early Fundraising Mistakes Culture of Constructive Debate Using Data for Value Creation ...and so much more. Top Takeaways Simplicity is a fundraising advantage. New managers often try to stand out with cre
Topics: How to Prepare for a Sale Customer Diversification as a Growth Lever Importance of Board Culture ...and so much more. Top Takeaways Keep leverage in check for stability. In the ImpactXM deal, David’s team held th
Topics: Thematic Sourcing for Better Deals How to Fortify the Foundation Post-Close People & Culture as a Value Driver ...and so much more. Top Takeaways Build a data-driven foundation. Eliot and Jordan agree it’s imposs
Topics: Fundraising Lessons from a $1.6B Fund A Carve-Out Playbook That Scales Why You Need a One-Page Strategy ...and so much more. Top Takeaways Keep strategy simple. Instead of 50-slide strategy decks, Chris insists o
Topics: What to Prioritize in Your First Deal How to Vet Founder-Led Companies Capital Trends for Independent Sponsors ...and so much more. Top Takeaways Bet on grit, not credentials. Dan jokes that both Jordan and Dougl
Topics: Hybrid Model: PE + Search Fund A Strong Operator Profile Equity & Structure in Operator Deals ...and so much more. Top Takeaways Succession is one of the biggest overlooked opportunities in the lower middle marke
Topics: Founder Misconceptions About PE Friction Points in Integration Signs a Business Is M&A-Ready ...and so much more. Top Takeaways Roll-ups require a clear playbook or you’ll struggle to scale. Justin shares t
Topics: Pre-LOI: How Independent Sponsors Win Deals LOI Execution: Structure, Risks, Mistakes Good vs. Bad Post-LOI Diligence What Attracts and Repels Capital ...and so much more. Top Takeaways Rollover is your edge agai
Topics: 3 Pillars of Growth for Small Businesses How to Assess Exit Readiness Types of Founder Transitions in PE Deals ...and so much more. Top Takeaways Not all revenue is worth the risk. Jordan shares how 51 Labs lande
Miguel Silva
Investment Manager · Hospital da Luz na Madeira
1 appearance on this show
Chris Nikic
First IRONMAN Athlete with Down Syndrome
2 appearances on this show
Sean Mooney
Founder and CEO · BluWave
1 appearance on this show
Eliot Kerlin
Co-Founder and Managing Partner · Broadwing Capital
1 appearance on this show
Dan Lee
Co-Founder & CEO · Pin High Strategies
2 appearances on this show
Denise Logan
Best-Selling Author of “The Seller's Journey”
1 appearance on this show
Alicia Miller
middle school and high school art teacher · Emergent Growth Advisors
1 appearance on this show
Matt Jenkins
construction supervisor · Montrose County Schools
1 appearance on this show
Taylor Wallace
food scientist and nutrition researcher · Paws ‘n’ Rec
2 appearances on this show
Scott Abbott
Race Director · California International Marathon
1 appearance on this show
Steve Weiss
Institutional Business Development · Home Care Evolution
1 appearance on this show
Dana Cavalea
former Director of Strength & Conditioning · NY Yankees
2 appearances on this show
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