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Hosted by Nick Olsen · business · EN · 100 episodes
The M&A Mastermind Podcast is your go-to source for the latest industry trends and strategies to level up your M&A practice.The show features thought leaders who specialize in the lower middle market space and share their experiences and expertise across key areas of execution, such as: market analysis, lead generation, deal management, strategic partnerships, buyer access and much more.With host Nick Olsen, each episode’s ”mastermind” will share ways in which they have found success in navigating the M&A industry to best support the small-to-medium sized private business owners they focus on serving.
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Signup to Generate a PitchThe M&A Mastermind Podcast is your go-to source for the latest industry trends and strategies to level up your M&A practice. The show features thought leaders who specialize in the lower middle market space and share their experiences and expertise across key areas of execution, such as: market analysis, lead generation, deal management, strategic partnerships, buyer access and much more.
The M&A Mastermind Podcast is hosted by Nick Olsen. The show has published 100 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "Your Exit Options: ESOP’s vs. Private Equity & Strategic Buyer Feat. Kelly Finnell | Ep. 157" (22 October 2026, 33 minutes), "AI, Deal Sourcing, and Building Better Buyer Lists: Danny McKeon of PrivSource | Ep. 156" (15 October 2026, 31 minutes), and "AI and EBITDA: Unlocking Value in M&A with Mike Fedorov | Ep. 155" (8 October 2026, 35 minutes).
The M&A Mastermind Podcast publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 37 minutes across 100 episodes.
Booking probability for The M&A Mastermind Podcast is 33%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The M&A Mastermind Podcast requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The M&A Mastermind Podcast's contact route on record: public web form.
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Episode #157
Most exit plans only consider strategic buyers and private equity. Host Nick Olsen talks with Kelly Finnell, founder of EFS ESOP Consultants and author of "The ESOP Coach," about the third option: the employee stock...
Episode #156
Host Nick Olsen talks with Danny McKeon, founder and CEO of PrivSource, a vetted deal network and AI-powered buyer discovery platform for lower middle market M&A. Danny explains how he went from tech to private equity...
Episode #155
Most AI projects never move the bottom line. Host Nick Olsen talks with Mike Fedorov, COO and co-CEO of Applied AI Labs, about using targeted AI fixes to create measurable EBITDA gains. They cover how AI is changing the...
Episode #154
Real estate is often the most overlooked piece of a business sale, and one of the most common reasons deals fall apart at the closing table. Host Nick Olsen talks with Jason Bush, founder of Commercial Real Estate...
Episode #153
Why do some businesses grow revenue every year but never grow in value? Host Nick Olsen talks with Claire Mula, founder of Made for Scale and a certified Scaling Up coach, about the difference between scaling to grow...
Episode #152
On this episode, host Nick Olsen talks with John Langston, Founder and CEO of Republic Capital Group, about the data-backed case for hiring the right investment banker — and the strategic messaging, financial...
Episode #151
Most business owners think their only options are borrowing more money or selling the company outright. On this episode, host Nick Olsen talks with Graham Bachman of Hidden River Strategic Capital about structured...
Episode #150
For our 150th episode, host Nick Olsen welcomes Bob Verdun, CEO of Scaling Up, to share how he turned an unsolicited private equity offer into double the price through a full auction process — and the "core four" tenets...
Episode #149
Host Nick Olsen talks with Denise Logan, "The Seller Whisperer," about the emotional transition every business owner faces when selling a company — a transition that's often overlooked, ignored, or mishandled by even...
Episode #148
Host Nick Olsen brings together both sides of a completed M&A deal — business owner Merry Korn and her investment banker, Sharon Heaton of sbLiftOff. Merry built Pearl Interactive Network into a 1,300-employee social...
Episode #147
In this episode, Etinosa Agbonlahor, behavioral economist and CEO of Decision Alpha, joins host Nick Olsen to share how behavioral economics can transform pricing strategy for business owners and advisors — from...
Episode #146
In this episode, Catherine Lang-Cline, longtime CEO of Portfolio Creative, joins host Nick Olsen to share how she prepared her business for a successful sale after 20 years — from mentor advice and team timing to...
Episode #145
In this episode, Stephen Marks, founder of Emmersion Capital, joins host Nick Olsen to break down Latin America's macroeconomic shifts, cross-border M&A opportunities, and what lower middle market advisors and investors...
Episode #144
In this episode, Leo Toscano, Managing Director of Excelia and partner of Cornerstone International Alliance, shares insights on the Brazilian M&A market, cross-border opportunities, and key industries driving growth...
Episode #143
In this episode, Jason Kramer of Cultivize shares insights on how to fix leaky sales funnels, implement effective follow-up processes, and leverage AI and CRM tools to nurture long-term relationships in M&A and sales...
Episode #142
In this episode, Laurie Barkman, a seasoned exit strategist and author, shares insights on business transition, exit planning, and building transferable value. She discusses common pitfalls, the importance of succession...
Episode #141
This episode features Renee Russo discussing exit planning, succession strategies, and the importance of early preparation for business owners. She emphasizes the need for a comprehensive team approach, addressing...
Episode #140
Jim Erben, a veteran succession and exit planning advisor, discusses the importance of strategic planning for business owners to ensure successful exits, minimize taxes, and secure their legacy. He emphasizes the need...
Episode #139
Understanding cybersecurity risks is crucial for M&A transactions, especially in the lower middle market where these risks often go unchecked. This episode features Philippe Flichy, founder of Cykur, who shares his...
Episode #138
Discover how strategic insurance planning and proactive risk management can drive business value, secure operations, and enhance exit opportunities. Led by Brian Riemer, CEO of Riemer Insurance Group, this episode...
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