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Podcasts/Acquiring Minds
Acquiring MindsNovember 10, 2025

Why Choose Ownership Over Being a CEO

with Katherine Butler-Dines

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LenderHawk analysis. Not affiliated with or endorsed by Acquiring Minds.

The Deal

Industry
Travel - guided group tours for women
State
OH
Purchase Price
$500K
Multiple (SDE)
1.9x
Year
2024
LTV at Close
10%
Deal Source
bizbuysell

Financing Structure

Buyer Equity
$450K
Seller Note
$50K

Strategic Rationale

High-margin niche with recurring customers; potential for tech enablement to reduce headcount costs.

Post-Acquisition Performance

Grew 20% in first year; implemented custom back-office automation and AI SEO marketing.

The LenderHawk View

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Median Spread
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