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  • Digital Marketing Strategies for Fire Protection Businesses with Mat Rogers and Paul Giannamore

    “Boost your fire protection business with effective digital marketing strategies! 🚀 In this interview, Paul Giannamore sits down with Mat Rogers, COO of Lizard Marketing, to explore how fire protection businesses can enhance their online presence and attract more clients. From the importance of SEO and content creation to leveraging AI and contact marketing, Mat…

  • From Wall Street to Fire Safety Chris Horan’s Strategy for Service Centric Growth

    Paul Giannamore sits down with Chris Horan, CEO of Relay, to discuss strategies for growing a fire and life safety business through a focus on service and strategic acquisitions. From his transition from Wall Street to the fire protection industry, Chris shares insights on building a service-centric company, the importance of recurring revenue, and navigating…

  • Strategies for M&A Negotiations During Exclusivity: Moments from Paul’s M&A Masterclass

    After signing the LOI, M&A negotiations enter a new realm of challenges. In this video, Paul Giannamore discusses how to handle unforeseen issues like customer concentration risks and escrow demands that surface during due diligence. Learn practical tips on cooperative negotiation, making strategic concessions, and why sometimes the best action is to pause and reassess.…

  • Maximize Wealth After Business Sale with Nick Bartolo and Paul Giannamore

    “Nick Bartolo sits down with Paul Giannamore to discuss wealth maximization strategies for fire protection business owners post-sale. From managing tax burdens to investing in high-return opportunities, Nick offers a guide on how to grow wealth after selling your business. Recorded at NFPA 2024 in Orlando, Florida. In this video, you’ll learn about: Tax strategies…

  • Protect Your Business: Why Operating Agreements Matter in Partnerships

    Discover the legal essentials of business partnerships and operating agreements. Paul Giannamore and attorney Mike Stanczyk discuss why many partnerships fail due to a lack of proper planning and documentation. They emphasize the importance of detailed operating agreements that cover profit splits, management roles, buyout options, and more. Learn how to safeguard your business interests…

  • Private Equity Deals and Legal Strategies for Fire Protection with Paul Giannamore and Mike Stanczyk

    Paul Giannamore and Mike Stanczyk discuss essential legal strategies for fire protection business owners. Mike offers valuable insights on navigating non-competes, rolling equity, and understanding private equity-backed transactions. If you’re a business owner considering selling, this is a must-watch to avoid costly mistakes. Recorded at NFPA 2024 in Orlando, Florida. Key Takeaways: Effective handling of…

  • From 5 to 12x EBITDA: The Impact of Expert M&A Representation

    Are you leaving millions on the table? Paul Giannamore shares a compelling case study of a fire protection company owner who nearly accepted a lowball offer from private equity buyers. With Potomac’s guidance, the deal’s value doubled—shifting from 4–6x to 10–12x EBITDA. Understand why engaging experienced advisors is critical for maximizing your exit.

  • The Real Job of a Pest Control CEO – Paul Giannamore’s Hard Truth

    Paul Giannamore delivers a powerful wake-up call to pest control business owners about what it really means to be a CEO. Drawing from decades of experience in pest control acquisitions, Paul breaks down why being a CEO is a learnable skill – not a birthright.

  • Where to Start a Pest Control Business in 2024: Insights from Paul Giannamore

    Join M&A expert Paul Giannamore as he breaks down the best locations to start a pest control company in today’s market. Learn about the impact of population growth, regional market dynamics, and how to position your business for future acquisition opportunities. Discover why the Southwest might be the next hot market for pest control entrepreneurs.…

  • The Ultimate Guide to Growing Your Pest Control Business with Paul Giannamore | Live from AZPPO 2024

    In a comprehensive and insightful speech given at the AZPPO Great Western Conference in March of 2024, Paul Giannamore, the industry’s foremost authority on business valuation, shared valuable strategies for growing, managing, and valuing pest control businesses. Here’s a breakdown of the key themes and points Paul covered: Paul’s speech provided a wealth of actionable…

  • Why World Class Deal Makers Avoid Negotiations: Exploring Auctions in Mergers and Acquisitions

    This keynote speech by leading M&A advisor Paul Giannamore, was filmed at the AZPPO Great Western Conference in Mesa Arizona on March 27th, 2024. The presentation revolves around the key decision-making processes in mergers and acquisitions (M&A), focusing particularly on the choice between negotiation and auction when selling assets. Paul Giannamore, with over 20 years…

  • Paul Breaks Down His Portfolio

    “The window to exit at elevated multiples is becoming narrower and narrower.” Paul Giannamore