Angels, Exits, & Acquisitions

The 6-Month Acquisition War Zone: Inside the Multi-Million Dollar Deal That ALMOST Died Stop searching for a job and start buying profitable companies. This is the true acquisition playbook used by Patriot Growth Capital to close a multi-million dollar business acquisition—the 6-month war zone and mountain of due diligence nobody tells you about. Host Jeff Barnes walks through the harsh realities...

Are you sitting on lazy assets? If you have equity in your home or valuable knowledge in your head but are cash poor, you are missing out on free money. Jeff Barnes reveals the cold, hard truth about why your personal balance sheet is lying to you and exactly how to transform your dormant wealth into aggressive, consistent cash flow. In this episode, Jeff, host of Angels Exits and Acquisitions, sh...

Are you an entrepreneur or capital raiser failing to secure funding? This episode reveals the brutally honest reasons why investors say, "I don't trust you," and the uncompromising sacrifices required to raise 500,000 in three days** or even **1 million in 90 minutes. Jeff Barnes, host of the Angels Exits and Acquisitions Podcast, cuts through the "watered down" advice to explain the true Speed of...

Stop blaming the "funding gap."  The brutal truth is that there is more money available now than ever before in human history, but most early-stage startups genuinely suck. We unleashed a powerful, controversial rant directed at delusional founders who complain about a lack of early stage capital. If you think raising money is hard because there's no funding, you've got it wrong. The problem isn't...

Venture Capital is Broken. This Fund Is the Fix. Forget the 10-year lockups, confusing fees, and zero liquidity. In this episode, we have Michelle, Urben of Synergos Fund to explore how her team is redefining VC with a hybrid evergreen structure built for impact, flexibility, and real returns. Michelle breaks down how their Continuum Fund model supports startups from seed to scale, offers liquidit...

🔥 What if your business could be built to sell — but you never intend to sell? In this episode of Angels, Exits & Acquisitions, we are with Josh Davis — an entrepreneur who scaled and exited a logistics company to private equity, and now runs his own family office . From sailing through literal storms to navigating business chaos, Josh shares powerful lessons on building scalable businesses, exec...

Most entrepreneurs think they have a business plan... but they're secretly planning to fail. This isn't just a document; it's your definitive roadmap to wealth and freedom. In this powerful episode, Jeff cuts through the noise, exposing the real secrets to scaling a profitable venture. He details how top companies achieve massive wins by mastering the business plan, drawing from his Navy leadershi...

99% of entrepreneurs never raise real capital or see a successful exit.  Forget the hype. Building a business that actually scales and exits is harder than ever.  This episode of Angels Exits & Acquisitions debunks the brutal truth about raising money, scaling a business, and creating generational wealth through angel investing. Jeff Barnes breaks down what most podcasts and “gurus” won’t tell you...

He changed Wall Street with a pen—and gave Main Street a seat at the table. Meet the man who wrote the law that unlocked billions for everyday investors… and the data he's using to spot the next unicorns before anyone else. Dive into the crowdfunding revolution! In this captivating episode of Angels, Exits, and Acquisitions, we have Woodie Neiss, a true pioneer who literally wrote the book (and th...

Ever wondered how to turn your medical expertise into a thriving business, or even own a clinic without being a physician? Join us in this must-watch episode of Angels Exits and Acquisitions as industry veteran Jessica Jones, who built and sold multiple successful medical practices, reveals her invaluable insights on healthcare entrepreneurship and medical practice ownership. Jessica, an entrepren...

Ever wondered what it truly takes to build a thriving business and achieve a successful exit? In this captivating episode of Angels Exits and Acquisitions, host Jeff Barnes sits down with David Miller, a renowned CEO Coach, serial entrepreneur, and "Growth Alchemist," to uncover the secrets behind scaling companies and making strategic exits. David shares his unique "Method and Magic" approach, bl...

What if everything you’ve been told about wealth is backwards? Russ Morgan escaped the Wall Street trap and built over $50K a month in passive income—without stocks, without a 401(k), and without playing by the system’s rules. In this episode, he reveals the blueprint that the financial industry doesn’t want you to see—and how knowing your ‘Investor DNA’ could be the key to your freedom. Tired of...

80-85% of business owners regret selling their company within a year – don't let that be you! Discover the strategic secrets to exiting your business on your terms and achieving true financial freedom. In this insightful episode, Jeff Barnes sits down with Joe Lopresti, a seasoned wealth management expert with over 40 years of experience. They dive deep into the intricacies of strategic wealth pla...

Welcome back to Angels Exits and Acquisitions! We are joined by David Flores Wilson, Managing Partner at Sincerus Advisory. Named an Investopedia Top 100 Financial Advisor (2019 & 2020), David is a top financial strategist for entrepreneurs, tech professionals, and business owners. He helps clients build and protect their wealth, optimize business exits, and achieve financial freedom. Drawing on h...

Explore the realm of Value Investing alongside Zack Oliva, a specialist featured on Angels Exits and Acquisitions. Zack, founder of Oliva Partners Management and co-founder of an oil & gas law firm recognized by Inc. Magazine, shares insights gleaned from studying legendary investors like Warren Buffett, Benjamin Graham, and Walter Schloss.  Discover his unique approach to finding undervalued oppo...

Welcome back to another insightful episode of Angels, Exits, and Acquisitions! Join us again, as he sits down with Dan Nicholson, CEO of Nth Degree CPAs, best-selling author of "Rigging the Game" and "The Solvable Problem™," and a four-time CPA Practice Advisor’s 40 Under 40 global accountant. In this powerful interview, Dan shares actionable insights to help entrepreneurs achieve financial certai...

Welcome to another insightful episode of Angels, Exits and Acquisitions! Join us as we dive deep into the crucial aspects of financial analysis, business valuation, and exit strategies with special guest Jason Kruger, Partner at Citrin Cooperman and founder of Signature Analytics. With over 20 years of experience, Jason shares his expertise on transforming businesses through data-driven financial...

Welcome back to Angels, Exits and Acquisitions! In this insightful episode with our guest, Daniel Nikic, a global investment research expert and founder of Coherent Research (COHRES). With over a decade of experience and having analyzed over 15,000 companies, Daniel shares his invaluable perspectives on investment analysis, how companies can effectively raise capital, and navigating the complexiti...

Welcome back to Angels Exits and Acquisitions! In this insightful episode, we’ve interviewed Adam Koos, President, Portfolio Manager, and Sr. Financial Advisor at Libertas Wealth Management Group, about the crucial aspects of wealth management and business exit planning for entrepreneurs and CEOs. Adam shares his expertise on how business owners can transition their companies for maximum value and...

Welcome to another insightful episode of Angels Exit and Acquisitions with Jeff Barnes! In this episode, we sit down with Ruben Izgelov, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of States Capital and We Lend, a national private lending platform. Ruben shares his incredible journey from immigrating to the U.S. with limited resources to becoming a leading expert in real estate investing, having financed over...

Welcome back to another insightful episode of Angels Exits and Acquisitions! Today, we sit down with Chris Vermeulen, founder of Technical Traders, to explore his journey in finance and his unique approach to generating long-term wealth through the markets. Chris shares his fascinating story, from a high school stock market challenge that sparked his interest to the pivotal moments that shaped his...

In this episode, we interviewed Elliott Holland, a Harvard Business School alumni and business buying expert, about the secrets to successfully acquiring and running small businesses. Elliott shares his journey from private equity to helping everyday investors buy businesses under $5 million using SBA 7A loans. Learn how to navigate the complexities of business acquisition, avoid common pitfalls,...

In this episode of Angels Exit and Acquisitions, we interview Fadi Malouf, a serial entrepreneur and investor, about acquisitions, impact investing, and building generational wealth. Fadi shares his journey from overcoming early hardships to achieving success in multiple industries, including health and fitness, software, and real estate. Discover the criteria investors should consider when invest...

Join Jeff Barnes as he interviews Jeff Hernandez, the founder of Black Rock Coffee Bar, to explore the incredible journey of building a successful coffee chain. Learn how Black Rock Coffee Bar overcame the challenges of launching during the Great Recession, the importance of a strong company culture, and the power of understanding customer preferences through data. Discover the key principles that...

Unlock the secrets to scaling your company with Greg Moran, a serial entrepreneur who has raised nearly $500M in capital and advised countless high-growth founders. In this episode of Angels, Exits, and Acquisitions, Greg shares his framework, "The Adaptive Innovator," revealing the four essential pillars that separate successful founders from the rest. Learn how to build a resilient business, mak...