Welcome to The Close M&A Podcast with Caber Hill Advisors, where we bring you exclusive insights from M&A experts, business owners, and industry leaders navigating the complexities of buying and selling businesses. Hosted by Craig Castelli, this podcast demystifies the dealmaking process, shares success stories, and offers invaluable lessons for business owners and investors. M&A..

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Craig Castelli, Founder & CEO of Caber Hill Advisors, is a trusted M&A expert with decades of experience advising business owners through successful transitions. Alongside a rotating roster of advisors, entrepreneurs, and investors, Craig brings engaging conversations that illuminate the world of middle-market M&A.

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Welcome to The Close M&A Podcast with Caber Hill Advisors, where we bring you exclusive insights from M&A experts, business owners, and industry leaders navigating the complexities of buying and selling businesses. Hosted by Craig Castelli, this podcast demystifies the dealmaking process, shares success stories, and offers invaluable lessons for business owners and investors. M&A..

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MEET YOUR HOST

Craig Castelli, Founder & CEO of Caber Hill Advisors, is a trusted M&A expert with decades of experience advising business owners through successful transitions. Alongside a rotating roster of advisors, entrepreneurs, and investors, Craig brings engaging conversations that illuminate the world of middle-market M&A.

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Tim Murch: From Inception to Growth to PE Partnership

Listen Read Watch ABOUT THE EPISODE SUBSCRIBE ABOUT THE PODCAST ABOUT THE HOST BE OUR NEXT GUEST Tim Murch shares his remarkable journey growing 4M Building Solutions from a small family business to a $125 million enterprise with 6,500 team members. He discusses his strategic approach to acquisitions (completing 40+ deals), the importance of setting…

Darrin Shillair: Inside a Self-Funded Acquisition

Listen Read Watch ABOUT THE EPISODE SUBSCRIBE ABOUT THE PODCAST ABOUT THE HOST BE OUR NEXT GUEST In this episode of The Close M&A Podcast, host Craig Castelli interviews Darrin Shillair, owner of Specialty Sales, an industrial distribution business in Chicago’s western suburbs. Darrin shares his journey from leaving his position at Guggenheim in 2018…

Brian Steffens: The Full M&A Experience

Listen Read Watch ABOUT THE EPISODE SUBSCRIBE ABOUT THE PODCAST ABOUT THE HOST BE OUR NEXT GUEST Craig’s first episode with a member of the Caber Hill team features Managing Director Brian Steffens, as they discuss the common characteristics of successful clients, the importance of alignment and transparency, the competitive landscape in the middle market…

Brian Ludden of Ludex: Going Pro with a Passion

Listen Read Watch ABOUT THE EPISODE SUBSCRIBE ABOUT THE PODCAST ABOUT THE HOST BE OUR NEXT GUEST The Close M&A Podcast with Caber Hill Advisors, hosted by Craig Castelli featuring entrepreneur Brian Ludden, founder of Ludex, as he shares his journey from trader to tech entrepreneur. Discover how a simple card collecting activity with his…

Amir Hadar: A Lifelong Entrepreneur on Creating Value

Listen Read Watch ABOUT THE EPISODE SUBSCRIBE ABOUT THE PODCAST ABOUT THE HOST BE OUR NEXT GUEST The Close M&A Podcast with Caber Hill Advisors, hosted by Craig Castelli featuring entrepreneur Amir Hadar about his experience selling businesses. Amir shares candid reflections on the transition from business owner to employee after the acquisition, including the…

Dr. Anthony Ponzio: From Private Practice to Partners

Listen Read Watch ABOUT THE EPISODE SUBSCRIBE ABOUT THE PODCAST ABOUT THE HOST BE OUR NEXT GUEST The Close M&A Podcast with Caber Hill Advisors, hosted by Craig Castelli featuring Dr. Anthony Ponzio, who shares his remarkable journey from managing a single dental practice to building, scaling, and ultimately selling a 10-practice DSO. Learn how trust…

Scott Christiansen: Digital Marketing Tactics That Drive Real ROI

Listen Read Watch ABOUT THE EPISODE SUBSCRIBE ABOUT THE PODCAST ABOUT THE HOST BE OUR NEXT GUEST The Close M&A Podcast with Caber Hill Advisors, hosted by Craig Castelli featuring Scott Christiansen, Founder of Virtuvy and Root3 Marketing, who shares proven strategies for small business owners to increase revenue before selling their companies. Learn how…