How to Buy and 2x a Subcontractor Business

This Acquiring Minds podcast episode interviews Brenden Van Buren, a successful business acquirer and search fund accelerator co-founder, about his experiences. The interview covers Van Buren's acquisition of a fencing business, despite the cyclical nature of the construction industry, highlighting the importance of strong relationships with sellers and a methodical transition process. He also discusses his search fund accelerator, Generational Transfer Entrepreneurs (GTE), its initial model focusing on pipeline development, and its subsequent pivot to traditional search fund investing. Van Buren emphasizes the value of consistent profitability when acquiring businesses, even in cyclical industries, and the importance of strong sales skills in the search process. The episode concludes with advice for aspiring acquirers, including the benefits of both proprietary and traditional search methods and the long-term potential of holding acquired businesses.