Register here for the webinar, The DO's & DON'Ts of the LOI (legal office hours)

• https://bit.ly/4538koZ

Stephen Quindlen & Paul Westhart have found powerful multipliers that could yield huge returns in an unlikely industry.

Topics in Stephen and Paul’s interview:

• Acquiring auto repair shops
• Retaining talent by adding employee benefits
• Fleet vs. passenger car business
• Almost losing a foreman on day one
• Why they love the Mountain West
• Recruiting California workers to Idaho
• Innovative real estate and business acquisition strategy
• Offering quality service and strong warranties
• Executing the SBA 504’s Green Loan strategy
• Limitations of the SBA 7(a) loan for roll-ups

References and how to contact Stephen and Paul:

• Stephen Quindlen - LinkedIn
• Paul Westhart - LinkedIn
• stephen.quindlen@bluewrench.com
• paul.westhart@bluewrench.com
• Blue Wrench

Smithlist is a new job board for leadership roles at small businesses. If you're not ready to buy a business but want to lead one:

• Smithlist - Operate & Lead a Business

Work with an SBA broker who focuses exclusively on helping entrepreneurs buy businesses:

• Matthias Smith of Pioneer Capital Advisory

Get complimentary due diligence on your acquisition's insurance & benefits program:

• Oberle Risk Strategies - Search Fund Team

Register for the Self-Funded Search Conference, September 13th - 15th in Dallas:

• Self-Funded Search Conference

Connect with Acquiring Minds:

• See past + future interviews on the YouTube channel
• Connect with host Will Smith on LinkedIn
• Follow Will on Twitter