What Property Developers Can Learn from Private Equity | Episode 34: Nathan Winch

Would a stranger invest £100,000 in you? Nathan shares the bold moves and lessons that made it happen, and how it shaped his path in business and property.Join us as we explore the fascinating journey of Nathan Winch, Chief Executive of Winch & Co, a private equity company. From acquiring businesses to managing commercial and residential properties, Nathan has a wealth of experience navigating the intersection of business and property.In this episode, Nathan reveals how he acquired his first business and raised his first £100,000, how to take bold calculated risks that shaped his career, and the lessons learned from both triumphs and setbacks, including navigating a £1 million loss.Whether you're an aspiring investor or a seasoned entrepreneur, this conversation offers invaluable takeaways to help you grow and thrive.Key topics covered:- Practical tips for beginners in property- Lessons from losing £1 million- Taking calculated risks- Valuing businesses with EBITDA and other considerations- Learning from mistakes - How Nathan acquired his first business- Why having a business first and property second is a winning strategyChapters:00:00 Trailer00:55 Property Developer Show 202501:36 Who is Nathan07:00 Current investments08:19 Balancing property & business ventures09:39 Managing commercial properties from acquisitions  13:10 Key lessons from property investment 14:10 Asset-backed businesses17:12 Transforming a distribution centre 20:00 Property advice for beginners27:07 First business acquisition30:15 Lessons from losing £1millon36:06 Behind the Blue Bricks Magazine story43:07 How to connect with NathanContact Nathan:LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/nathanjwinch/Instagram: https://instagram.com/nathanjwinch/Winch & Co: https://www.winchandco.com/Property Developer Show:https://instagram.com/propertydevelopershow/https://tiktok.com/@propertydevelopershowhttps://linkedin.com/company/property-developer-showhttps://facebook.com/propertydevelopershowJoin us live at the Property Developer Show as we tour different cities across the UK in 2025!Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to connect, learn, and grow within the property development community.Register for your FREE tickets now: https://www.propertydevelopershow.co.uk