Rewind: James Darnell | Unlocking the Potential of Successful Family-Owned Businesses

Global M&A volumes hit a record in 2021 and that pace is expected to continue as we head into the second quarter of 2022. Family-owned businesses continue to be front and center in many of these deals, which is why I wanted to rewind my episode with James Darnell for my listeners today. I sincerely believe that there is a huge marketplace of companies in the lower middle market that need help. James is the Managing Partner of KLH Capital, a private equity firm that focuses on serving family and founder-owned, lower middle-market companies throughout the United States. M&A Source recognized KLH Capital as the Private Equity Firm of The Year in 2021. At KLH Capital, they are all about added growth and value and helping teams reach new levels of success. Listen to the rewind of this episode to learn:Why KLH Capital is focused on businesses at the intersection of realizing their value and reaching for growthWhy overcoming the fear of technology is the secret to unlocking the potential of the family owned or entrepreneurial led businessThe key to creating partnerships that preserve a company's legacyThe number 1 reason they use rep and warranty policies in virtually every dealAnd more