"God Whispers" — How Faith Led to a Life-Changing Exit

What does it look like when faith and dealmaking become the same story? Brandon Robinson — a practicing CRNA turned multi-unit Planet Fitness franchisee — shares one of the most remarkable entrepreneurial journeys you'll hear on this show.Brandon built a portfolio of Planet Fitness locations in Louisiana from a standing start, backed by nothing but a $777,000 landlord contribution, a business partner who said yes without hesitation, and an unwavering conviction that God was guiding every step. He navigated a high-stakes franchise acquisition, a failed $1.36M coffee shop, and a make-or-break dinner in Jackson Hole, Wyoming — where a conversation about funeral wishes moved a dealmaker to tears and unlocked a life-changing exit.This episode is part spiritual testimony, part M&A case study, and part masterclass in entrepreneurial grit. Brandon shares why he left the security of a medical career, how he found the right attorney, the right business partner, and the right buyer — and why the journey, not the closing check, is what he remembers most.Topics covered:Going from CRNA to Planet Fitness franchisee with no franchise experienceHow a random parking lot encounter launched an entire businessGetting into a billion-dollar REIT's space when you have no balance sheetThe $777,000 Weingarten tenant improvement deal and what it meantWhy he chose his exit partner before hearing the offer priceThe Jackson Hole dinner story — and the Paul Meyer connectionHow anesthesia trained him to lead when everything falls apartWhat it means to leave the comfort of a professional career for entrepreneurshipLosing $1.36M in a coffee shop and what he learnedBuilding a legacy, not just a net worth🔗 Website: https://www.thedealpodcast.com/ Joshua Wilson on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuabrucewilson/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dealpodcast Powered By: FA Mergers https://www.famergers.com/Curious what your business is worth? Request your free valuation at famergers.comDisclaimer: Joshua Wilson is a licensed Florida real estate broker and holds FINRA Series 79 and Series 63 licensure. The Deal Podcast is presented by FA Mergers and is produced for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing discussed constitutes investment advice, legal or tax advice, a solicitation, or a recommendation to buy or sell any security or to pursue or avoid any transaction. All views and opinions expressed by the hosts, co-hosts, and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the positions of FA Mergers, One Iron Network LLC, any regulatory agency, or any employer. Listeners should consult their own legal, financial, and tax professionals before making any business, financial, or transaction decision. This podcast does not constitute a solicitation or recommendation for any financial products or services.Let's Connect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuabrucewilson/To Contact Us, Please Visit:https://www.thedealpodcast.com/contact/