Homeless to 8 Figures - Grinding Your Way to Education and Acquisitions

In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Feras Moussa and Casey Minshew welcome special guest Bakari Akil, founder of Graves Hall Capital. Bakari shares his inspiring journey from initially knowing nothing about M&A to successfully acquiring two $30 million businesses and teaching Cornell MBA candidates about entrepreneurship through acquisition.

His story highlights the power of determination and self-education in overcoming challenges and achieving success in the world of business acquisitions. Throughout the discussion, Bakari emphasizes the importance of proactive strategies for self-education, networking, and developing essential business skills such as negotiations and financing. His insights underscore the significance of practical action and resilience in navigating the complexities of M&A.

The episode also explores the often-overlooked role of personal finance in wealth building and M&A, offering valuable advice and inspiration for aspiring entrepreneurs and business professionals. In this podcast episode, we discuss: Resilience The Power of Self Education Taking Action to Overcome Analysis Paralysis Building Wealth Through M&A and ETA.

You can connect with Bakari Akil by his Website: About — Graves Hall (squarespace.com)

Additional Resources: Get in touch with show hosts Casey Minshew and Feras Moussa at - info@equitylaunchpad.com Looking to invest in M&A opportunities or partner with an advisor to acquire, scale or sell your business? Visit EquityLaunchpad.com

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