In this episode of Angels Exit and Acquisitions, we interview Fadi Malouf, a serial entrepreneur and investor, about acquisitions, impact investing, and building generational wealth. Fadi shares his journey from overcoming early hardships to achieving success in multiple industries, including health and fitness, software, and real estate. Discover the criteria investors should consider when investing in deals and how to identify opportunities for economic and personal impact.

Key Points:

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  Impact Investing: Fadi emphasizes the importance of investing in businesses that create a positive impact on both a personal and economic level, focusing on ventures that support communities and offer valuable services.


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  Acquisition Strategy: Learn why Fadi advocates buying established businesses with proven cash flow rather than starting from scratch, highlighting the lower failure rate and the potential for greater returns.


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  Personal Journey & Mindset: Fadi discusses his transition from a focus on personal training and bodybuilding to becoming a strategic investor, emphasizing the value of passion, curiosity, and a hands-on approach to business.

Timestamps:

• (00:00:25 ) - Fadi's early life and career beginnings


• (00:05:41 ) - Overcoming early challenges and entering the business world


• (00:15:35 ) - The importance of impact investing


• (00:21:09 ) - Why buying a business is better than buying a house


• (00:35:45 ) - Advice to his 17-year-old self

Links:

• Contact Fadi via LinkedIn for his "buy box" one-pager: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fadimalouf/
  


• Jeff Barnes on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffreypbarnes/
  

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