Serial Exits & Roll-Ups: John McDonald’s M&A Roadmap for Parallel Entrepreneurs
How do you build a company that buyers can’t wait to acquire—and still keep your entrepreneurial spark alive? In this episode of The Parallel Entrepreneur, we sit down with John McDonald, Co-Founder and Senior Managing Director of Kensington Park Capital, who’s closed 300+ M&A transactions. John shares:
✅ The biggest mistakes founders make when selling
✅ How to spot the perfect buyer (it’s not just about price!)
✅ The HVAC & Home Services roll-up wave: Who’s buying and why
✅ Tactical exit-prep moves that boost your valuation
✅ The “buy side” strategy—growing your biz by acquiring rivals
Whether you’re a serial founder eyeing your next sale or a trailblazer itching to acquire, John’s insights will help you maximize value, protect your team, and maintain the creativity that powers your parallel ventures. Don’t miss these real-world lessons from one of the industry’s most seasoned M&A advisors!
✅ The biggest mistakes founders make when selling
✅ How to spot the perfect buyer (it’s not just about price!)
✅ The HVAC & Home Services roll-up wave: Who’s buying and why
✅ Tactical exit-prep moves that boost your valuation
✅ The “buy side” strategy—growing your biz by acquiring rivals
Whether you’re a serial founder eyeing your next sale or a trailblazer itching to acquire, John’s insights will help you maximize value, protect your team, and maintain the creativity that powers your parallel ventures. Don’t miss these real-world lessons from one of the industry’s most seasoned M&A advisors!
