Conversations with Adam Kruger. The previous name of this podcast was 'Can I Ask You a Question?'
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Adam Kruger Podcasts
Welcome to Adam Kruger, where amazing things happen. Cover art photo provided by Cristofer Jeschke on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@cristofer
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Wherever you are on your journey to glorify God, we’re so glad you’re here. On the Journeywomen podcast, we’ll come alongside you in the seasons and challenges of life to move you to know and love God and his Word, to find your hope in the gospel, and to invest deeply in your local church as you go out on mission for the glory of God.
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Gain insights on acquiring, investing in, and selling profitable businesses in the lower to middle market. Whether you are a business owner, investor, or aspiring entrepreneur, The M&A Launchpad Podcast equips you with the knowledge and guidance to navigate the world of mergers and acquisitions. Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MALaunchpad Apply to be a guest: https://forms.gle/pqNb8xrzyFzVYxzq6 Join The M&A Launchpad Conference- https://www.malaunchpad.com/
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C-Suite Unplugged: Real leaders. Real stories. C-Suite Unplugged features Alberta’s top business leaders sharing how they got to the top, what drives them, and the personal experiences that shaped their career paths. Go beyond the boardroom to get an inside look at the people behind the title and what it really means to lead. The Brief: What can business, government, and Albertans do—together—to make life better? The Brief explores exactly that question through examining the biggest issues i ...
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Quality information for the public hosted by Antony Lo The Physio Detective and Marika Hart from Dynamic Strength Physiotherapy. www.womenshealthpodcast.com
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Today we get to hear from Shai and Blair Linne on the topic of depending on God and how God has met them in the various difficult aspects of their story. We pray that this episode encourages you to see the Lord’s kindness in showing you your own need for him in whatever he is walking you through today. FULL SHOW NOTES journeywomen.org/episode…
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Unlocking Capital with Sale Leasebacks with Bryan Huber
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41:54In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, Casey Minshew sits down with Bryan Huber, Partner at SAB Capital, to explore the intricacies of sale leasebacks in the context of business acquisitions. Bryan breaks down how these transactions work, why they’re such a powerful tool for freeing up capital, and how they can improve business valuations. T…
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Bonus: Jesus Loves You More with Amy Grimes
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37:54Welcome to a bonus episode of the Journeywomen podcast! Wherever you are on your journey to glorify God, we’re so glad you’re here. On the Journeywomen podcast we’ll come alongside you in the seasons and challenges of life to help you to know and love God and his Word, to find your hope in the gospel, and to invest deeply in your local church as yo…
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The Brief: What’s brewing behind coffee prices
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10:44Have you noticed that your cup of coffee costs more than usual? A daily cup of joe may become the most bitter expense in Canadian budgets. Canadians may need an extra shot of caffeine just to stomach the price of their morning brew. Coffee prices have spiked 25% since January, the steepest jump since the mid-1990s. For years, coffee drinkers enjoye…
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God’s Grace in Changing Seasons with Andrea Burke
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51:29Today, we get to hear from Andrea Burke on the topic of God’s grace in the changing seasons. We pray this episode with Andrea presses you to rest in the work God is doing in you—whatever that looks like for you in this season. FULL SHOW NOTES journeywomen.org/episode/gods-grace-in-seasons DISCUSSION QUESTIONS How have you seen the Lord’s kind…
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Digital Assets & Business Valuation with Paige Wiese
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35:59In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, Casey Minshew interviews Paige Wiese, founder and CEO of Tree Ring Digital, a Denver-based digital marketing agency. Paige brings over 15 years of experience helping businesses build and execute marketing strategies that drive measurable growth. She shares her perspective on why evaluating digital marke…
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Welcome to BCA Podcasts, your front-row seat to the conversations shaping Alberta’s future, produced by the Business Council of Alberta. On C-Suite Unplugged, we’re demystifying the role of CEO. Alberta’s top business leaders share their journey to the top, what drives them, and their unique vantage point on their business and industry. C-Suite Unp…
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How God’s Story Shapes Ours with JT English and Kyle Worley
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44:28Today, we get to hear from JT English and Kyle Worley about seeing our whole lives through the lens of Scripture and how that affects our spiritual formation over time. In this conversation, we discuss what it looks like to live as God’s people in God’s presence and to reflect God’s purposes in God’s place. FULL SHOW NOTES journeywomen.org/episo…
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From 13 Franchises to Freedom: Kristie Shifflette on Scaling & Exiting with Success
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44:33In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Feras Moussa and Casey Minshew welcome Kristie Shifflette, who shares her inspiring journey from corporate America to becoming a successful franchisee with Orange Theory Fitness. Kristie dives into the challenges and triumphs of scaling her business to 13 locations, her experience navigating priva…
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The Brief: Rethinking Local Leadership in Alberta
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54:56How do we build stronger, safer, and more prosperous communities across Alberta? In this special episode of The Brief, guest host Lily Dupuis sits down with Murray Cunningham, President & CEO of Scott Builders, and Michael (Mike) Brown, President & CEO of Trico Homes. Together, Murray and Mike co-chair the Business Council of Alberta’s Task Force o…
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In this conversation with Quina Aragon we trace God’s faithfulness and steadfast love to her through some of the darkest points of her life. As we talk about the love of God, we know you will come away encouraged by how God has promised to hold you fast in his love in your own seasons of darkness and difficulty. FULL SHOW NOTES journeywomen.org/epi…
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Building Exit-Ready Businesses with Jason Kruger
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38:22In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Casey Minshew and Ben Suttles sit down with Jason Kruger, President at Signature Analytics (a Citrin Cooperman Company). Jason shares his journey from Deloitte to entrepreneurship, scaling Signature Analytics, and ultimately navigating its acquisition. This conversation digs into the fundamentals …
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Why 80% of Businesses Fail to Sell | Exit Planning Tips with Adam Koos
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40:25In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Feras Moussa and Casey Minshew sit down with Adam Koos, founder of Elevate and Exit and Libertas Wealth Management. With a unique background in both psychology and finance, Adam helps business owners prepare for the biggest decision of their lives—selling their company. From the emotional side of …
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Six Acquisitions in Three Years with Ryan Sullivan
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42:23In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Ben Suttles and Feras Moussa sit down with Ryan Sullivan, Co-Founder of North Park Group, to unpack how he and his partner built a private equity firm from the ground up—acquiring six businesses in three years. Ryan shares practical insights on deal structuring, using real estate as a lever, lever…
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The Brief: Is Flying Canada's Ticket to Affordable Transportation?
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26:02As the world’s second-largest country by landmass, but ranked 188th in population density, Canada depends on air travel as a crucial part of its transportation infrastructure. BCA's economists recently unpacked the issue of why flying costs more in Canada than elsewhere in their latest commentary, so podcast host Scott Crockatt invited former WestJ…
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Building Powerful Brand Stories & M&A Strategies with Mark Tarchetti
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43:01In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Ben Suttles and Feras Moussa welcome special guest Mark Tarchetti, a veteran in the consumer products industry. Mark has held senior roles at global giants like Unilever and now runs his own boutique consulting firm, helping companies unlock the true potential of their brands. The discussion dives…
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Deferred Sales Trust & Passive Income Strategies with Brett Swarts
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49:17In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Feras Moussa and Casey Minshew are joined by Brett Swarts, founder of Capital Gains Tax Solutions and an expert in sophisticated tax planning strategies. Brett dives deep into the mechanics of the Deferred Sales Trust (DST), breaking down how it empowers entrepreneurs and investors to preserve the…
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The Brief: Mike Holden on why Bill C-5 is a good start, but not a complete strategy
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21:37Bill C-5 — otherwise known by its full name, An Act to enact the Free Trade and Labour Mobility in Canada Act and the Building Canada Act — is now officially law. While the name may be a mouthful, its goal is clear: to finally fix what Canada has long struggled with, which is getting major projects approved and built faster. But is C-5 just what th…
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060 - Dr Marie-Claire Seeley - Out of Balance - Women, POTS & the Autonomic Nervous System
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1:20:55Welcome back to the Women’s Health Podcast. In this episode we are thrilled to be interviewing Dr Marie-Claire Seeley. Dr Marie-Claire Seeley is the Founder and CEO of the Australian POTS Foundation. With a background as a clinical nurse and now working as a Research Fellow at the University of Adelaide, she brings both lived experience and academi…
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Hard Lessons in Buying, Scaling, and Exiting with Carl Kleimann
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41:03In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Casey Minshew and Ben Suttles are joined by Carl Kleimann, a proven entrepreneur with deep experience in scaling and exiting small businesses. Carl takes us through his business journey—from losing a $200K client, to navigating private equity partnerships, to launching his current venture, Moffitt…
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Inside SBA Lending: Strategies for Business Buyers with Matthias Smith
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46:12In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Feras Moussa and Casey Minshew sit down with Mathias Smith, founder of Pioneer Capital Advisory and a seasoned expert in SBA financing. Mathias shares his entrepreneurial journey, from launching his own firm to helping countless buyers navigate the often-complex SBA process. He opens up about the …
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The Brief: Tyler Meredith and a Liberal Government Temperature Check
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26:35In this episode of The Brief, host Scott Crockatt is joined by Tyler Meredith, founding partner of Meredith Boessenkool and Phillips and a leading Canadian policy and economic advisor who served eight years in the Canadian government. Meredith, a former Canadian government advisor, highlights three key issues: managing the threat of Donald Trump, a…
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C-Suite Unplugged: Rich Kruger, President & CEO of Suncor
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55:44BCA President Adam Legge is joined by one of the most iconic leaders in Canada's energy sector, Rich Kruger, President and CEO of Suncor Energy, for a very special interview on C-Suite Unplugged. Rich talks about a career in the oil and gas industry that spans over 40 years and some of the roles that took him from Minnesota to Texas to the former S…
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Navigating Business Transactions with John Martinka
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40:40In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Feras Moussa and Casey Minshew sit down with John Martinka, a seasoned intermediary and advisor with nearly 30 years of experience in business transactions. John shares candid insights into how buyer and seller dynamics have evolved, the critical role of financial preparedness, and why experience …
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In this powerful episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Casey Minshew and Ben Suttles sit down with Beki Darlin, President of WAEE and a trailblazer in the world of business acquisition and consulting for equity. Beki shares her inspiring journey in the M&A space and explains how she’s helping reshape what entrepreneurship and equity ownership…
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The Brief: Assessing Alberta’s Economy - The good, the bad, and the urgent
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34:37Host Scott Crockatt sits down with BCA's economists Mike Holden and Alicia Planincic to discuss the good, the bad, and the uncertain of BCA's recently-released Spring 2025 Economic Snapshot. In an episode filled with anecdotes, analogies and silver linings, the group chats about what it takes to build an Alberta economic outlook at a time when unce…
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From Lawyer to Entrepreneur: How to Build Wealth Through Small Businesses with Sam Rosati
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42:02In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Feras Moussa and Casey Minshew sit down with entrepreneur, CPA, and attorney Sam Rosati to explore his journey from the corporate world into business ownership. Sam shares how he transitioned into acquiring small businesses, what he's learned along the way, and why he believes taking bold action i…
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How One Acquisition Turned Into a 7-Figure Exit with Chris Edwards
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38:53In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Feras Moussa and Casey Minshew welcome guest Chris Edwards, founder of Sanitas Equity and a seasoned acquisition entrepreneur. Chris walks us through the candid story of buying, scaling, and exiting a retail flooring business in Steamboat Springs, Colorado—growing revenue by 50% and doubling profi…
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How to Structure Smart M&A Deals in 2025 - Expert Legal Tips from John Koeppel
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35:55In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, host Feras Moussa sits down with seasoned M&A attorney John Koeppel, Partner at Lippes Mathias, to dive deep into the world of deal-making in the lower middle market. With decades of experience advising on both buy-side and sell-side transactions, John brings a firehose of insight for anyone interested …
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C-Suite Unplugged: Adam Waterous and Build Canada Now
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50:40In this episode of the C-Suite, Adam Legge is joined by Adam Waterous, Chief Executive Officer of the Waterous Energy Fund, to discuss his "Build Canada Now" initiative, a collaborative effort among numerous leaders in Canada's energy industry. Waterous advocates for doubling Canada's oil and gas production to help alleviate global energy poverty, …
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The Brief: Panel Chat with the Western Business Coalition
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45:01This episode features a panel from the Western Business Coalition, a new alliance of top business association leaders from B.C., Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba. They dive into their joint report, Untapped Potential, outlining key policy recommendations for Canada’s resource sectors—energy, agriculture, mining, forestry, and aquaculture. The pa…
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What It’s Really Like to Buy and Run Small Businesses with Michael Heath
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46:56In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Feras Moussa and Casey Minshew talk with Michael Heath—a three-time entrepreneur who has acquired and operated a commercial garage door company, a pool retail business, and a pool construction company. Michael shares the gritty, behind-the-scenes realities of business ownership that you won’t find…
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Avoiding Buyer Landmines: Quality of Earnings, SDE Pitfalls, and Buying Right with Elliot Holland
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37:32In this high-impact episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Feras Moussa and Casey Minshew are joined by Elliot Holland, founder of Guardian Due Diligence and the Business Buyer Masterclass. With decades of experience conducting quality of earnings (Q of E) reviews and advising buyers in small business acquisitions, Elliot brings invaluable ins…
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Buy a Manufacturing Business and Use Real Estate to Supercharge Growth with Ryder Fyrwald
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38:17In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Feras Moussa and Casey Minshew sit down with Ryder Fyrwald, co-owner of a thriving label manufacturing company based in Los Angeles. Ryder shares his journey of acquiring a small business with four employees and growing it into a multi-million-dollar operation—while also strategically leveraging r…
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The Brief: Canada and the Geopolitics of Energy
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35:49In a special episode of The Brief, BCA President Adam Legge sits down with Robert "RJ" Johnston, Senior Director of Research at the Center on Global Energy Policy at Columbia University, to discuss Canada's place in a dynamic and rapidly-changing energy landscape. As a leading expert in global energy markets, RJ discusses the impact of the U.S.-Chi…
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Getting Started with Discipleship with Courtney Doctor
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46:32The Lord is at work in discipleship relationships. In this episode, Hunter and Courtney Doctor close out their conversations about discipleship—they encourage us to know what is good, to teach what is good, and to watch the Lord transform us through these relationships. This episode will encourage you to persevere in discipleship and if you aren’t …
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From Family Office to Global Advisor: Stephen Marks' Guide to Smarter Acquisitions
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36:24In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Feras Moussa and Casey Minshew welcome special guest Stephen Marks, founder of Emmersion Capital and Apertura. Stephen shares his journey from managing family office portfolios to building a global advisory business focused on cost-effective due diligence and labor solutions through nearshoring. T…
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What Discipleship Isn't with Courtney Doctor
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41:34When we talk about discipleship, it’s important to know what it is and what it is NOT. Discipleship is not merely meeting at a coffee shop, or merely theological conversation, or merely good advice. With encouragement and conviction, Hunter and Courtney Doctor spend this episode dispelling myths we believe about discipleship—and there are some that…
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Self-Funded vs. Independent Sponsor: Sean Smith Breaks Down the Real Numbers
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38:53In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Feras Moussa and Casey Minshew welcome Sean Smith, Managing Partner at Search Fund Ventures and co-founder of SMB Investor Network. Sean brings a transparent, investor-first lens to the world of small business acquisitions, breaking down what dealmakers need to know to structure successful transac…
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C-Suite Unplugged: Terry Anderson, President & CEO of ARC Resources
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52:09C-Suite Unplugged host Adam Legge sits down with Terry Anderson, President and CEO of ARC Resources. Terry shares his journey from a farm boy in rural Saskatchewan to leading one of Canada's largest natural gas companies. He offers insights on the lessons he's learned along the way—about hard work, leadership, taking calculated risks, and the impor…
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Coming Alongside Women in Hard Places with Amy Gower
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1:01:42“Discipleship in a fallen world is discipleship in a hard place.” This is how Amy Gower approaches discipleship as she ministers to women who have recently been rescued from human trafficking and addiction situations. Join Amy and Hunter as they discuss what it looks like to root yourself in God’s Word while walking through the open door of ministr…
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From Marine Corps to Building a Scalable Business with Grit with Dominick Blue
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46:11In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Feras Moussa and Casey Minshew are joined by Dominick Blue, a former Marine turned software engineer and acquisition entrepreneur. Dominick shares his inspiring journey—launching Nostra Group, buying two businesses in under a year, and building an AI company to automate operations in home services…
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