In this episode of Brewing Business with Brady, Mason Brady sits down with Matt Barnes, owner of a commercial laundry service, to explore the world of business acquisition. Matt shares his journey from private equity to business ownership, detailing how he identified, negotiated, and closed on a thriving commercial laundry service. Through this discussion, Matt highlights the strategic decisions involved in buying an established business versus starting from scratch.

Key Topics Covered:

• Matt’s morning routine and work-life balance as a business owner
• The advantages and challenges of buying a business versus starting one
• Matt’s approach to financing and negotiating an acquisition
• How to assess a business’s culture, financials, and growth potential
• The importance of understanding and integrating a new team post-acquisition
• Tips for maintaining work-life balance as a business owner

Special Giveaway Announcement! Listen this episode through the end to learn how you can win a 30-minute consultation with Brady CFO to discuss your business goals and strategies for 2025!

Connect with Matt Barnes:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-barnes-03140b6a/

Website: https://professionaltouchlaundry.com/

Connect with Mason: https://www.linkedin.com/in/masonbrady/

Visit BradyCFO: https://www.bradycfo.com/

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"Cost optimization isn’t just about cutting expenses; it’s about spending smarter to drive growth."

In this episode of Brewing Business with Brady, Mason Brady is joined by William Wu, a CPA and seasoned consultant with over 25 years of experience. William offers a deep dive into cost management, risk mitigation, and performance benchmarking, along with the role of technology in transforming business operations. With experience in industries like oil and gas, technology, and services, he shares strategies that any business can implement to drive revenue growth and enhance operational efficiency.

Key Takeaways:

• Data-Driven Growth: Use financial statements to uncover opportunities.
• Cost Optimization: Improve structures for sustained profitability.
• Risk Management: Leveraging technology to minimize risks.

Listen to this full episode to learn how you can win a 30-minute consultation with Brady CFO for exclusive 2025 financial strategies!

Connect with William: https://www.linkedin.com/in/william-wu-cpa-4ba9bb/

Connect with Mason: https://www.linkedin.com/in/masonbrady/

Visit BradyCFO: https://www.bradycfo.com/

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“Scaling isn’t just about growing bigger; it’s about growing better. It requires the right team, culture, and leadership at every stage.”

In this episode of Brewing Business with Brady, Mason Brady has a conversation with Scott Ritzheimer, founder of Scale Architects and an expert in leadership and business scaling. Scott dives into the Founder’s Evolution, a framework for guiding founders and CEOs through every stage of growth. From assembling the right team to fine-tuning company culture and enhancing leadership roles, Scott provides practical strategies that any growing business can implement.

Want to know your leadership style? Take the Predictable Success Styles Quiz here: https://predictablesuccess.com/ps-styles-quiz/

Key Takeaways:

• Humanize Recruitment: Today’s top candidates seek empathy and trust from employers.
• Efficient Hiring: Prolonged hiring processes hurt your ROI—speed and clarity are key.
• Build Your Brand: A strong employer brand attracts both clients and top talent.
• Partner with Experts: Specialized recruiters streamline talent acquisition and improve hiring outcomes.

Connect with Scott Ritzheimer:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottritzheimer/
• Website: https://scalearchitects.com

Connect with Mason: https://www.linkedin.com/in/masonbrady/

Visit BradyCFO: https://www.bradycfo.com/

If you enjoyed the episode, please be sure to rate, review, and of course, SUBSCRIBE!

LEAVE SOME FEEDBACK: If you enjoyed the series, please rate and review!

Have a business growth question you'd like Mason to cover in an upcoming episode? Email: info@bradycfo.com