The Long View
Exploring how ownership transitions shape people, communities, and what comes next.
When “Skin in the Game” Becomes a Gate
The SBA’s new acquisition rules do more than raise the bar for buyer equity. They also limit how outside investment and seller financing can be used, potentially changing who gets to buy a business and how deals are structured.
How Mission-Driven Buyers Structure IRR to Build Regenerative Wealth for All Stakeholders
When done intentionally, M&A can be a force for good — a way to preserve founder legacies, scale impact, and create wealth that regenerates instead of extracts. In this post, we break down how mission-driven investors structure IRR to align profit with purpose and build regenerative wealth for all stakeholders.
The Newcomer's Guide to M&A, Part3
Thinking about buying a business but feeling intimidated by due diligence? This guide breaks it all down in a way that actually makes sense, no finance degree required. From building your checklist to spotting red flags without getting overwhelmed, Part 3 of our Newcomer’s Guide to M&A helps you stay curious, confident, and in control.
The Newcomer’s Guide to M&a
Whether you’re a founder exploring growth through acquisition or a mission-driven entrepreneur eyeing your first deal, you’re in the right place. This is Post 1 of our new six-part series, The Newcomer’s Guide to M&A — your step-by-step roadmap to buying a business with confidence. We’re breaking down the process into clear, actionable posts designed to turn overwhelm into clarity and hesitation into momentum.