Fearless Impact

I’ve always said the most powerful rooms aren’t the loudest - they’re the most intentional. And this Women in AI Pitch Tank was one of those rooms.In this episode, you’ll hear from three incredible founders using AI to solve real problems with clarity, conviction, and heart. They pitched live and received direct feedback from some of the most thoughtful women in venture: Stephanie Mouchbahani-Constance (KLI Capital), Mia Farnham (Precursor Ventures), and Veda Patel (Conductive Ventures).We talked about building with purpose, fundraising without fluff, and why conversations like these need to happen more often and more publicly.You’ll also hear a short but powerful message from LaRay Allen at SVB on what relationship-driven support looks like for early-stage founders.If you missed the live event, I hope this brings you into the room with us.Listen now, pass it along to a founder or investor you believe in, and let’s keep building the kind of ecosystem we all want to be part of.Are you interested in raising capital or selling your company? Sign up for ⁠DFX⁠!Personal Links ➡️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Tiktok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Fearless Impact ➡️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Need a Lead Generation Tool? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Growth Haus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Linkedin, Email, SMS, Dialer & AI)

This conversation with Julie felt like a deep breath. We had a chance to talk about something that often gets overlooked in our fast-paced, capital-focused ecosystem: the foundation of real relationships.Julie shared what it’s been like to re-engage with the DFX platform, and what stood out to her wasn’t just the deal flow or intros but how much more connected it all feels. We talked about how DFX is intentionally creating a space that centers community first, where showing up with empathy and collaboration matters just as much as your pitch.We laughed about selfies at events, celebrated thoughtful follow-ups, and dug into ways we can keep improving DFX for service providers like her. She even gave us a 9/10, which I’ll gladly take!This episode is a reminder that connection is everything and that business doesn’t have to be transactional to be powerful. Whether you’re raising capital, offering services, or just trying to meet the right people, none of it sticks without a strong relationship behind it.Are you interested in raising capital or selling your company? Sign up for DFX!Personal Links ➡️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠Tiktok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Fearless Impact ➡️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Need a Lead Generation Tool? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Growth Haus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Linkedin, Email, SMS, Dialer & AI)

I’m so thrilled to be back in the podcast studio and share this episode with you! I had the absolute pleasure of chatting with Adam Frederick, a powerhouse CEO and Strategy Executive who’s completed four exits and over $1 billion in M&A transactions (yes, you read that right!).In this episode, Adam opens up about his journey of starting a company and successfully navigating four exits. We dive into the importance of transparency in business, especially in the deal-making world, and how it can foster trust and strengthen team dynamics. He also shares some of his biggest lessons learned along the way — including the critical role of people and integration, and how they can either make or break a deal. Adam also reveals the red flags he looks out for when investing and shares a few stories from the trenches that you won't want to miss.And of course, we touch on leadership, with Adam’s powerful insight on what makes a good leader into a great leader: it’s all about TEAM — transparency, empowerment, accountability, and metrics.Trust me, this episode is packed with valuable insights and wisdom from someone who’s seen it all. Don’t miss it!Are you interested in raising capital or selling your company? Sign up for⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Deal Flow Xchange⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!⁠ Leverage one free month by using the code ELLA when you join.Personal Links ➡️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠Tiktok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Fearless Impact ➡️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Need a Lead Generation Tool? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Growth Haus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Linkedin, Email, SMS, Dialer & AI)

Join me as I share my journey from Sydney to Boston to establish DFX’s headquarters and take our vision to the next level. In this episode, I dive into how Deal Flow Xchange is transforming capital raising- making it more efficient, affordable, and community driven. Giving you an inside look at our growing DFX communities, the evolution of our Pitch Tanks, and the exciting launch of our DFX iOS app with a game-changing interactive deal map.Plus, don’t miss details on the iGlobal Forum in Miami this coming March 4-5, where top investors and dealmakers connect. If you're attending,use code ISS18DFX10 to save 10% on your pass.If you’re ready to be part of the future of deal-making, consider becoming a facilitator, co-host, or partner to help us unlock opportunities together.Ensure you sign up for the ⁠⁠⁠⁠Impact Newsletter!⁠⁠⁠⁠Are you interested in raising capital or selling your company? Sign up for⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Deal Flow Xchange⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Leverage one free month by using the codeELLA when you join.Personal Links ➡️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |Tiktok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠Fearless Impact ➡️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠Need a Lead Generation Tool? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Growth Haus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Linkedin, Email, SMS, Dialer & AI)

This year at DFX has been all about growth, leadership, and creating impact. I’ve been focused on refining our processes, enhancing team communication, and building a supportive culture that allows everyone to thrive. On a personal note, I’m working on biohacking to optimize my energy and well-being, simple changes like meal timing, syncing schedules with natural cycles, and making time for movement have made a big difference. Balance and self-care are essential as we push forward with our mission of empowering communities and transforming private capital. If you’re ready to join this journey, consider becoming a facilitator, co-host, or partner to help us unlock opportunities together. Ensure you sign up for the ⁠⁠⁠⁠Impact Newsletter!⁠⁠⁠⁠ Are you interested in raising capital or selling your company? Sign up for ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Deal Flow Xchange⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Leverage one free month by using the code ELLA when you join. Personal Links ➡️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠ Fearless Impact ➡️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠ **Need a Lead Generation Tool? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Growth Haus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Linkedin, Email, SMS, Dialer & AI)

Today, we will reflect on key milestones at DFX, from scaling our private label partnerships to creating a thriving private capital ecosystem. I highlight the importance of team culture, communication, and grit while sharing how we’re empowering communities through the DFX platform. Whether you’re a seasoned dealmaker or new to finance, there’s something here for everyone who believes in leveling the playing field. I also share how you can get involved as a facilitator, co-host, or partner and what’s ahead for DFX, including upcoming events like ISCP’s Global Forum. Thank you for being part of this journey. Your support means everything to the DFX team and me! Ensure you sign up for the ⁠⁠⁠⁠Impact Newsletter!⁠⁠⁠⁠ Are you interested in raising capital or selling your company? Sign up for ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Deal Flow Xchange⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Leverage one free month by using the code ELLA when you join. Personal Links ➡️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ **| **⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠ Fearless Impact ➡️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠ **Need a Lead Generation Tool? **⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Growth Haus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Linkedin, Email, SMS, Dialer & AI)

In this episode, I share my journey of building Deal Flow Xchange (DFX) and disrupting the private capital space. From hosting my first event in New York with no budget to landing game-changing partnerships, I’ve learned a lot about breaking barriers and redefining how deals are made. I talk about the critical moments in DFX’s growth—raising capital, connecting with investors, and organizing impactful events. I also share what it’s been like to challenge the status quo in a traditionally male-dominated industry and how DFX is using technology to bring efficiency and transparency to deal-making. If you’re raising capital, scaling your business, or just need some inspiration to keep going, this episode is for you. Ensure you sign up for the ⁠⁠⁠⁠Impact Newsletter!⁠⁠⁠⁠ Are you interested in raising capital or selling your company? Sign up for ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Deal Flow Xchange⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Leverage one free month by using the code ELLA when you join. Personal Links ➡️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠ Fearless Impact ➡️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠ Need a Lead Generation Tool? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Growth Haus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Linkedin, Email, SMS, Dialer & AI)

In this episode, we’re kicking off Season 4 with an incredible journey of grit, resilience, and breaking barriers in finance and entrepreneurship. Ella Molony Cook, COO and co-founder of DFX, reflects on her path to redefining private capital and her mission to level the playing field in a traditionally male-dominated industry. This season, we’re diving into the world of finance—one of the oldest industries in the world—and how it’s being disrupted for the better. Through Ella’s story, you’ll get an insider’s perspective on building an early-stage fintech unicorn, breaking into the boys’ club of deal-making, and creating a community of underdogs making an impact. This episode is packed with lessons on risk-taking, building partnerships, and finding purpose while transforming how capital moves globally. Ensure you sign up for the ⁠⁠⁠⁠Impact Newsletter!⁠⁠⁠⁠ Are you interested in raising capital or selling your company? Sign up for ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Deal Flow Xchange⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Leverage one free month by using the code ELLA when you join. Personal Links ➡️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠ Fearless Impact ➡️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠ Need a Lead Generation Tool? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Growth Haus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Linkedin, Email, SMS, Dialer & AI)

On this episode, we’re diving deep with my guest Jacob Tahiliani, former Mormon turned holistic health coach specializing in practical usage of plant medicine, spirituality, and fitness. We’ll discuss his journey of self-discovery after leaving church, a transition that significantly shaped his internal world. In this episode, Jacob opens up about how fear and attachment can hold us back. He shares insights on using psychedelics, especially microdosing, as a tool for enhancing spiritual growth and self-awareness.  Ensure you sign up for the ⁠⁠⁠⁠Impact Newsletter!⁠⁠⁠⁠ Are you interested in raising capital or selling your company? Sign up for ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Deal Flow Xchange⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Leverage one free month by using the code ELLA when you join. Personal Links ➡️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠ Fearless Impact ➡️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠ Need a Lead Generation Tool? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Growth Haus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Linkedin, Email, SMS, Dialer & AI)

We’re joined by a very special guest, my dear friend and my adventurous guru, Reef Colman who is the proud founder and CEO of WeAssist.io. At the heart of everything he does is a simple yet profound mission: to feed as many people around the world as humanly possible through equally advantageous opportunities.  From the early days of his career to revealing the struggles he faced while trying to launch his own agency. With candid reflections, he will share how he juggled multiple gigs, from driving for Uber to selling sunscreen at the beach, all while striving to reach his goal of financial independence! Ensure you sign up for the ⁠⁠⁠⁠Impact Newsletter!⁠⁠⁠⁠ Are you interested in raising capital or selling your company? Sign up for ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Deal Flow Xchange⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Leverage one free month by using the code ELLA when you join. Personal Links ➡️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠ Fearless Impact ➡️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠ Need a Lead Generation Tool? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Growth Haus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Linkedin, Email, SMS, Dialer & AI)

We’re joined by leadership expert Kevin Wilson, founder of K5 Consulting and Vistage Chair. With over 25 years of experience in business development and mentoring, Kevin shares how he’s helping CEOs and business owners unlock breakthroughs through fresh perspectives. From building lasting relationships to finding the perfect work-life balance, this episode is packed with actionable insights for leaders looking to level up! Ensure you sign up for the ⁠⁠⁠Impact Newsletter!⁠⁠⁠ Are you interested in raising capital or selling your company? Sign up for ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Deal Flow Xchange⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Leverage one free month by using the code ELLA when you join. Personal Links ➡️ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠ Fearless Impact ➡️ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Newsletter⁠⁠⁠ Need a Lead Generation Tool? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Growth Haus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Linkedin, Email, SMS, Dialer & AI)

We’re diving deep with Shawn Taikratoke, a tech leader with a decade of experience at Apple, Fossil, and the Department of Defense. Now, he's revolutionizing the world of unmanned vehicles with his latest venture, Mozee, transforming mobility in underserved areas. 🌍 Tune in to hear about Shawn’s journey, the challenges he's tackling, and how he's paving the way for the future of mobility and defense tech. Plus, his passion for mentoring the next generation of innovators! 🎙️✨ Ensure you sign up for the ⁠⁠⁠Impact Newsletter!⁠⁠⁠ Are you interested in raising capital or selling your company? Sign up for ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Deal Flow Xchange⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Leverage one free month by using the code ELLA when you join. Personal Links ➡️ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠ Fearless Impact ➡️ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Newsletter⁠⁠⁠ Need a Lead Generation Tool? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Growth Haus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Linkedin, Email, SMS, Dialer & AI)

We're thrilled to welcome Caytie Langford, a real estate investor, motivational speaker, and Managing Partner at Watershed Development, to today's episode of Deal Disruptors. Caytie is passionate about empowering women to build wealth through real estate and has inspired audiences at TEDx, Capital One, and Southwest Airlines. She's also the founder of Trailblazers: Women in Real Estate Investing, a community dedicated to increasing women's representation in the industry. Ensure you sign up for the ⁠⁠Impact Newsletter!⁠⁠ Are you interested in raising capital or selling your company? Sign up for ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Deal Flow Xchange⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Leverage one free month by using the code ELLA when you join. Personal Links ➡️ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Tiktok⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠ Fearless Impact ➡️ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Newsletter⁠⁠ Need a Lead Generation Tool? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Growth Haus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Linkedin, Email, SMS, Dialer & AI)

In this episode of Deal Disruptor, we’re joined by Jennifer Hill, CEO & Co-founder of OptiMatch, keynote speaker, and executive coach. Jennifer shares her inspiring journey from building and successfully selling her first company in 2018, to speaking on global stages alongside luminaries like Deepak Chopra. She talks about her latest venture, OptiMatch, a revolutionary software designed to align individuals and businesses for better psychological safety and success. Plus, Jennifer’s philanthropic heart shines through as she discusses building schools in Nepal and Senegal. We also dive into the impact of Fearless Impact, an organization with a mission to empower leaders and give back through philanthropy. And for a special treat—Jennifer leads us in a meditation session, blending business wisdom with mindfulness. Tune in for an exciting, warm, and insightful conversation about conscious leadership and creating aligned businesses! Host: Ella Molony Cook, COO & Co-Founder of Deal Flow Xchange and Founder of Fearless Impact. Ensure you sign up for the ⁠Impact Newsletter!⁠ Are you interested in raising capital or selling your company? Sign up for ⁠⁠⁠⁠Deal Flow Xchange⁠⁠⁠⁠! Leverage one free month by using the code ELLA when you join. Personal Links ➡️ ⁠Instagram⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Tiktok⁠⁠ | ⁠Youtube⁠ Fearless Impact ➡️ ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠Newsletter⁠ Need a Lead Generation Tool? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Growth Haus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Linkedin, Email, SMS, Dialer & AI)

In this episode of Deal Disrupters, Jesse and Ella are in New York City for iGlobal's 17th annual Independent Sponsor Summit. They dive into why Deal Flow Xchange (DFX) was created, the challenges it aims to solve in the private capital markets, and how the platform has grown rapidly, reaching $15 billion in deal flow since its launch in March 2024. Tune in to hear their insights on how DFX is reshaping the investment landscape by fostering greater collaboration and transparency for deal makers. Ensure you sign up for the Impact Newsletter! Are you interested in raising capital or selling your company? Sign up for ⁠⁠⁠Deal Flow Xchange⁠⁠⁠! Leverage one free month by using the code ELLA when you join. Personal Links ➡️ Instagram⁠ | ⁠Tiktok⁠ | Youtube Fearless Impact ➡️ Instagram | Newsletter Need a Lead Generation Tool? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Growth Haus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Linkedin, Email, SMS, Dialer & AI)

In this week’s Deal Disruptors episode, Jesse and Ella bring the heat at iGlobal Forum’s 17th Annual Manhattan Conference, featuring two major players in the impact capital world. Marilyn Adler, Managing Partner at Mizzen Capital, shares how their SBIC fund is transforming U.S. businesses in advanced manufacturing and healthcare sectors. Brandon Pettagrue, Director at Stonehenge Capital, discusses how their innovative financing is driving economic growth and social impact across the nation. Are you interested in raising capital or exiting your company? Sign up for ⁠⁠Deal Flow Xchange⁠⁠! Enjoy a free month by using the code ELLA when you join. Need a Lead Generation Tool? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Growth Haus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Linkedin, Email, SMS, Dialer & AI) Personal Links: ➡️ Instagram ➡️ Tiktok

In this episode of Deal Disruptors, I’m sitting down with Landon, the co-founder of Listo, a revolutionary global HR platform that simplifies the process of finding, hiring, and paying talent worldwide. Landon shares the story behind Listo's creation and how the company is disrupting the HR and recruitment space by handling the complexities of onboarding, payroll, and compliance across different countries. We dive into Landon's experience as a founder raising capital, the types of investors on Listo's cap table, and his advice for other disruptors preparing to raise funds. We also explore the trends in the global HR tech space, the challenges of scaling a company globally, and Listo's unique approach to navigating these challenges. Book a time with the team at Listo Global & use the code: DFX to receive 10 hours of free recruiting services ($750 Value), or a $500 software credit - Connect with Are you interested in raising capital or exiting your company? Sign up for ⁠Deal Flow Xchange⁠! Enjoy a free month by using the code ELLA when you join. Have a question or want to connect with the Deal Disruptors community on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠ Need a Lead Generation Tool? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Growth Haus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Linkedin, Email, SMS, Dialer & AI)

Today we're joined by a special guest at Deal Disruptors, Jeff Erickson, the founder of ⁠Start-Up Stack⁠ and ⁠Founders N' Funders⁠, and an angel investor and Strategic Partnerships lead at ⁠Forecast⁠. This episode dives deep into Jeff's remarkable career, exploring his journey from the early days to the pivotal moments that shaped his path. Jeff shares his experiences exiting a company to private equity, discussing best practices and the valuable lessons he's learned as an angel investor in early-stage companies.Over the last decade, Jeff has built an incredible network within Silicon Slopes and across the country, making him a key player in the startup and investment ecosystem. This episode offers a wealth of insights for entrepreneurs and investors alike. Are you interested in raising capital or exiting your company? Sign up for ⁠⁠Deal Flow Xchange⁠⁠! Enjoy a free month by using the code ELLA when you join.

Welcome to Season 3 of Deal Disruptors! This season is packed with exciting updates today's focus is on our special guest Cory Silva from Galactic Ventures. Cory is on a mission to make venture capital accessible to all Canadian investors and founders. With a background as an ex-EdTech founder, VC Syndicate Lead, Leadership Coach and Podcast Host on Discovery Venture, Cory is dedicated to helping leaders build better relationships with their teams and enhance their leadership confidence. In this episode, we'll explore how Cory is pooling together investors into a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) listed on AngelList, but first, we'll break down what an SPV is, why AngelList is the platform of choice, and the process involved. We'll also discuss how Cory conducts due diligence on early-stage companies, what attracted him to Deal Flow Xchange (DFX), and the feedback he's received so far. Listen to Cory's podcast. Are you interested in raising capital or exiting your company? Sign up for Deal Flow Xchange! Enjoy a free month by using the code GALACTIC when you join. Have a question or want to connect with the Deal Disruptors community on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠ Need a Lead Generation Tool? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Growth Haus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Linkedin, Email, SMS, Dialer & AI)

In this interview Chiara interviews with Ahmed Eid, Managing Partner of Blue Morphos Capital. Ahmed shares insights into the firm's main services, his journey into venture capital, and the importance of starting with the end in mind for small business acquisition entrepreneurs. He elaborates on key strategies for identifying promising investment opportunities and factors influencing strategic exit strategies, underlining Blue Morphos' expertise in this area. Ahmed discusses emerging trends in the small business acquisition space and emphasizes the significance of risk assessment and management in financing deals and exit planning. He concludes by offering valuable advice to small business owners contemplating selling or entrepreneurs seeking growth through acquisitions. Want to raise capital or exit your company? ⁠Join DFX⁠ use the code for 1 free month: ELLA Have a question or want to connect with the Deal Disruptors community on: ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok⁠ | ⁠Youtube⁠ Need a Lead Generation Tool? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Growth Haus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Linkedin, Email, SMS, Dialer & AI)

In this episode of Deal Diary, Chiara and Ella discuss the power of leveraging local networking events to forge connections and facilitate off-market acquisitions. They reflect on how these events have brought them closer to their acquisition targets, highlighting the importance of personal connections and networking in deal-making. Through shared experiences, Chiara and Ella emphasize the effectiveness of local networking in uncovering valuable opportunities and building meaningful relationships within their industry. Want to raise capital or exit your company? ⁠Join DFX⁠ use the code for 1 free month: ELLA Have a question or want to connect with the Deal Disruptors community on: ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok⁠ | ⁠Youtube⁠ Need a Lead Generation Tool? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Growth Haus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Linkedin, Email, SMS, Dialer & AI)

In this episode of Deal Disruptors, Ella interviews Alexander, a seasoned entrepreneur whose decade-long journey includes two successful roll-ups, two exits, and the development of 37 thriving healthcare companies across four states. Alexander reflects on his first venture, a franchise purchase in 2013, weighing the pros and cons of franchise ownership. He emphasizes the importance of strategic exits and collaboration, exemplified by his experiences with Haven Healthcare. Alexander's investment thesis at Skybourne Ventures focuses on healthcare innovation, with advice for M&A professionals on diligence and foresight. As he prepares to launch a podcast, Alexander looks forward to sharing his experiences and insights with aspiring entrepreneurs. Want to raise capital or exit your company? ⁠Join DFX⁠ use the code for 1 free month: ELLA Have a question or want to connect with the Deal Disruptors community on: ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok⁠ | ⁠Youtube⁠ Need a Lead Generation Tool? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Growth Haus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Linkedin, Email, SMS, Dialer & AI)

In this episode of Deal Disruptors, Ella and Chiara delve into the indispensable role of a well-rounded deal team in the M&A landscape. They highlight the critical contributions of lawyers, CPAs, and SBA brokers, emphasizing how their collective expertise ensures legal compliance, financial diligence, and streamlined communication throughout the transaction process. With synergy at its core, this collaborative effort not only mitigates risks but also maximizes opportunities, empowering businesses to turn their M&A visions into reality. Want to raise capital or exit your company? Join DFX use the code for 1 free month: ELLA Have a question or want to connect with the Deal Disruptors community on: Instagram | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok | Youtube Need a Lead Generation Tool? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Growth Haus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Linkedin, Email, SMS, Dialer & AI)

In this episode of Deal Diary, Ella & Chiara guides listeners through a their first potential off-market deal, highlighting networking and persistence. The journey unfolds as we navigate industry exploration, leveraging connections, and understanding the seller's motivations. Through personal outreach efforts and communication, they uncover the owner's pain points, desires, and potential for a mutually beneficial arrangement. This episode underscores the importance of networking, perseverance, and negotiation in deal-making. Have a question or a Deal 📘 Message us on: Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@dealdiarypodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Tiktok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@dealdiarypodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Youtube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@dealdiary⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@dealdiaryllc⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Need a Lead Generation Tool? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Growth Haus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Linkedin, Email, SMS, Dialer & AI)

In this episode of Deal Diary, Chiara interviews Naskeh Habibi, a seasoned Vice President SBA Officer at Integro Bank. Naskeh brings a wealth of experience and expertise in Small Business Administration (SBA) lending to the table. They discuss Naskeh's journey in the banking industry, particularly their transition to specializing in SBA lending. Naskeh shares insights into common challenges small businesses face when seeking financing and how Integro Bank addresses these challenges with tailored solutions. They also delve into the role of the Small Business Administration (SBA) in facilitating loans and how Integro Bank leverages SBA programs to support entrepreneurs. Additionally, Naskeh sheds light on Integro Bank's approach to assessing the creditworthiness of small businesses applying for loans, ensuring responsible lending practices while empowering entrepreneurs to thrive. Want to work with Naskeh her best contact number is: 602-348-4552 Integro.bank Want to raise capital or exit your company? ⁠Join DFX⁠ use the code for 1 free month: ELLA Have a question or want to connect with the Deal Disruptors community on: ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok⁠ | ⁠Youtube⁠ Need a Lead Generation Tool? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Growth Haus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Linkedin, Email, SMS, Dialer & AI)

Episode 5 is part two of how Chiara and Ella continue to move a deal forward, after meeting an owner for a potential acquisition. They discuss various steps they take once they mutually agree that a deal is worth continuing to pursue. Chiara and Ella highlight how they approach accessing the numbers, thinking about long-term strategy plays and how diving into adjacent industries can help paint a holistic picture of the market. Our fierce females end the episode with some impressive facts about Ella and what she has accomplished at such a young age. Want to raise capital or exit your company? ⁠Join DFX⁠ use the code for 1 free month: ELLA Have a question or want to connect with the Deal Disruptors community on: ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok⁠ | ⁠Youtube⁠ Need a Lead Generation Tool? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Growth Haus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Linkedin, Email, SMS, Dialer & AI)

Welcome back to Deal Disruptors! Today, alongside co-hosts Chiara and Ella, we're delving into how to evaluate a business. Let's jump into the critical metrics and inquiries for our upcoming owner meeting. In our research phase, we're focusing on the online presence through platforms like Google and Yelp Reviews, alongside pinpointing physical location details via Google Maps. We'll be leveraging insights from the broker to craft a comprehensive talk track for the owner meeting, addressing key questions such as the reasons behind the owner's decision to sell after 25 years and any succession plans in place. We'll further delve into customer base and backend operations, probing into marketing strategies beyond word-of-mouth and analyzing customer concentration. Throughout, we'll explore competitive landscape, supplier relationships, license and permits, real estate dynamics, employee retention plans, market trends adaptation, and maintenance and equipment details. Each aspect will contribute to our holistic understanding of the business's financial health, ultimately guiding our assessment. Want to raise capital or exit your company? ⁠Join DFX⁠ use the code for 1 free month: ELLA Have a question or want to connect with the Deal Disruptors community on: ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok⁠ | ⁠Youtube⁠ Need a Lead Generation Tool? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Growth Haus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Linkedin, Email, SMS, Dialer & AI)

In this episode, we're joined by Geoffrey Buscho, who wears multiple hats as Group Manager at Panasonic, apart of the Contrarian Thinking Mastermind, and owner of a thriving car wash in Reno, Nevada. We delve into his car wash business, discussing its services, longevity, and the motivation behind its acquisition. Transitioning to finance, we explore metrics like cap rate and Seller's Discretionary Earnings (SDE). Then, we dissect the crucial factors in evaluating a business, from equipment quality to customer demographics. We also touch on market expansion strategies and the role of data analytics in driving operational efficiency. Here is our ⁠FREE Notion Template!⁠ Want to raise capital or exit your company? ⁠Join DFX⁠ use the code for 1 free month: ELLA Have a question or want to connect with the Deal Disruptors community on: ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok⁠ | ⁠Youtube⁠ Need a Lead Generation Tool? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Growth Haus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Linkedin, Email, SMS, Dialer & AI)

In this episode of Deal Disruptors, we're talking about the importance of having a clear process for managing deals and why Notion is so helpful for us. By using Notion, we've become more organized and accountable as a team, which has strengthened our bond and made us more efficient. We believe that setting up a solid foundation now with Notion will benefit us in the long run, making it easier to handle acquisitions in the future. Tracking our deal pipeline is crucial. Recently, we've started doing thorough profit margin analyses and weighing the pros and cons of each potential acquisition. This helps us understand the businesses we're considering investing in better. Even though we're open to opportunities in any industry, we want to make sure we're spending our time wisely. By keeping a close eye on our deal pipeline and analyzing each opportunity carefully, we're setting ourselves up for success. Here is our FREE Notion Template! Want to raise capital or exit your company? ⁠Join DFX⁠ use the code for 1 free month: ELLA Have a question or want to connect with the Deal Disruptors community on: ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok⁠ | ⁠Youtube⁠ Need a Lead Generation Tool? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Growth Haus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Linkedin, Email, SMS, Dialer & AI)

Season 2 opens with Chiara and Ella in a brand-new city, living together in Phoenix, Arizona. They reflect on how humbling the last few months of their journey has been since making the big move and stress the importance of networking with brokers in-person. These two female entrepreneurs delve into the business for sale marketplace, not only to look for a business, but also to gain and understanding of key brokerages in their local area. Tune in to see how they approach leveraging these free online websites to move strategically and boost their competitive advantage. Here is our ⁠FREE Notion Template!⁠ Want to raise capital or exit your company? ⁠Join DFX⁠ use the code for 1 free month: ELLA Have a question or want to connect with the Deal Disruptors community on: ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok⁠ | ⁠Youtube⁠ Need a Lead Generation Tool? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Growth Haus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Linkedin, Email, SMS, Dialer & AI)

In this episode of Deal Disruptors, Chiara interviews Ariadna, a seasoned real estate professional with over a decade of experience, currently working for Commercial Brokers International, specializing in high-end retail and wellness. Ariadna shares her journey from residential to commercial real estate, delves into various types of commercial leases, the importance of understanding landlord responsibilities, impact of rent schedules, and offers insights into using lease terms to negotiate effectively. Ariadna briefly highlights the critical nature of option periods in commercial real estate transactions, making this episode a valuable resource for anyone looking to navigate the complexities of commercial leases and negotiations in the industry. Want to raise capital or exit your company? ⁠Join DFX⁠ use the code for 1 free month: ELLA Have a question or want to connect with the Deal Disruptors community on: ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok⁠ | ⁠Youtube⁠ Need a Lead Generation Tool? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Growth Haus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Linkedin, Email, SMS, Dialer & AI)

In this episode, Ella and Chiara discuss their initial struggles with business brokers, including gender biases, unproductive conversations, and failing to get broker buy-in. They share how they now value brokers’ time and have developed a successful approach to building relationships. The episode highlights what they learned through trial and error and their ability to pivot to establishing rapport swiftly in unique situations. Want to raise capital or exit your company? ⁠Join DFX⁠ use the code for 1 free month: ELLA Have a question or want to connect with the Deal Disruptors community on: ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok⁠ | ⁠Youtube⁠ Need a Lead Generation Tool? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Growth Haus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Linkedin, Email, SMS, Dialer & AI)

In this week’s episode, the Chiara & Ella grapple with the consequences of deviating from their initial investment strategy. Hanging their deal box yet again, they reflect on the importance of sticking to their own advice. Initially drawn to one industry but swayed by networking conversations, The hosts delve into the difficulties of finding off-market deals while juggling full-time jobs and a lead gen business. The episode explores the impact of external pressures, from brokers’ preconceptions to sceptical friends and family. Navigating the fine line between respecting industry veterans and valuing their own time becomes a recurring theme. Through it all, the hosts emphasize the importance of staying true to their deal parameters and not compromising their “must-haves” in the quest to fill their pipeline. It’s a candid exploration of the highs and lows of the entrepreneurial journey in the world of investments. Want to raise capital or exit your company? ⁠Join DFX⁠ use the code for 1 free month: ELLA Have a question or want to connect with the Deal Disruptors community on: ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok⁠ | ⁠Youtube⁠ Need a Lead Generation Tool? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Growth Haus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Linkedin, Email, SMS, Dialer & AI)

Chiara and Ella discuss their frustrations when defining their deal parameters and how to overcome those obstacles. 💼 Want to raise capital or exit your company? ⁠Join DFX⁠ use the code for 1 free month: ELLA Have a question or want to connect with the Deal Disruptors community on: ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok⁠ | ⁠Youtube⁠ Need a Lead Generation Tool? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Growth Haus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Linkedin, Email, SMS, Dialer & AI)

In our very first Deal Disruptors episode, we’re going back to where it all started - Ella and Chiara took a leap to partner up and join the M&A world. We’ll chat about what it was like joining Codi Sanchez's Unconventional Acquisitions Mastermind and how this move set the stage for our collaboration. We’re spilling the tea on our experiences in this exclusive program and how it paved the way for us to team up and make ‘boring’ businesses exciting. Come along for the ride as we share the highs, lows, and incredible insights that come with our mission to change the game in entrepreneurship. 🚀 Want to raise capital or exit your company? ⁠Join DFX⁠ use the code for 1 free month: ELLA Have a question or want to connect with the Deal Disruptors community on: ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tiktok⁠ | ⁠Youtube⁠ Need a Lead Generation Tool? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Growth Haus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Linkedin, Email, SMS, Dialer & AI)