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March 5, 2021
David Freeman: focus on the future, not the price
By Adam Burroughs
David Freeman, CEO of Three Six Venture Capital, talks about his experience with the Nashville Predators deal, and how his deal approach differs based on the deal type.
March 5, 2021
For Bill Lee, approachability is key when investing
Bill Lee, serial entrepreneur and investor, on what he’s learned over his years of buying, selling and investing.
March 5, 2021
Stuart Sorkin on why disruption is overrated
Former Affy Tapple CEO Stuart Sorkin talks investment approach and deal criteria, and why disruptors are overrated.
March 5, 2021
David Brophy says organize the venture world!
David Brophy, Professor of Finance, Ross School of Business, University of Michigan, talks about the venture capital ecosystem and what its continued growth means for Michigan, the Detroit region, and the scale-up community that’s looking for growth capital.
February 26, 2021
Serial entrepreneur Steve McHale offers insight into his investment process
Steve McHale talks about how he identifies investment targets and what trends he’s chasing with his investment dollars.
February 26, 2021
Greg Cathcart built Excellis Heath with the end in mind
Greg Cathcart, CEO & Founder of Excellis Heath sold his business in late 2020 to the Denmark-based NNIT Group. But the groundwork for a deal began when the company was founded in 2008.
February 26, 2021
MedPilot To Be Acquired By Vytalize Health
Vytalize Health, a leading provider of value-based health care, has agreed to acquire MedPilot, a leading digital health platform.
February 26, 2021
Ron Leonhardt Buys Velvet Tango Room
CrossCountry Mortgage CEO Ron Leonhardt Jr. has acquired the Velvet Tango Room, one of Cleveland's leading cocktail bars located between the city's Tremont and Ohio City neighborhoods, according to news reports.
February 25, 2021
Stewart Information Services Corp. Acquires Signature Closers
Local Deals ColumbusFebruary 19, 2021
Paul Stillmank on preparing for an exit from the start
Paul Stillmank talks about the growth of 7Summits and it’s deliberate trajectory towards its sale.
February 19, 2021
Associated Bank’s John Kvamme on how not to regret selling your business
Associated Bank's John Kvamme offers ways business owners can personally prepare for an exit, as well as set themselves up for the best chance at success (and the least chance for regret) post-transaction.
February 19, 2021
Blue River’s Sara Clevenger explores M&A’s Tumultuous year
Blue River's Sara Clevenger looks back at M&A’s interesting 2020, and looks ahead, discussing what changes in perceptions and approaches could color 2021.
February 16, 2021
JOANN Files for IPO
JOANN Inc. has filed a registration statement on Form S-1 with the Securities and Exchange Commission for a proposed initial public offering of its common stock.