Ex-consultant and fintech exec Toby Henry shares how he self-funded an ETA, acquired Accelerator Solutions (a 25-year people and culture firm), and stepped into the CEO role. We dig into deal structure with founders staying on, funding realities for services, what “culture as advantage” looks like, and where AI actually helps SMEs without wrecking teams. Practical, people-first, zero hype.
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Ex-consultant and fintech exec Toby Henry shares how he self-funded an ETA, acquired Accelerator Solutions (a 25-year people and culture firm), and stepped into the CEO role. We dig into deal structure with founders staying on, funding realities for services, what “culture as advantage” looks like, and where AI actually helps SMEs without wrecking teams. Practical, people-first, zero hype.
S2 Ep5: M&A Zing (S2EP5) - Mastering the First Acquisition: Cal Shelton’s Playbook for Growth
The M&A Zing
36 minutes
3 months ago
S2 Ep5: M&A Zing (S2EP5) - Mastering the First Acquisition: Cal Shelton’s Playbook for Growth
Join Alfie Lambert in conversation with Cal Shelton, founder of Precision MSK Health, as they dive into Cal’s unconventional journey from chartered accountancy and insolvency practice to acquiring his first business. Learn why Cal chose a smaller, self-funded first acquisition, the critical lessons learned, and his innovative strategy to scale through consulting-for-equity.
The M&A Zing
Ex-consultant and fintech exec Toby Henry shares how he self-funded an ETA, acquired Accelerator Solutions (a 25-year people and culture firm), and stepped into the CEO role. We dig into deal structure with founders staying on, funding realities for services, what “culture as advantage” looks like, and where AI actually helps SMEs without wrecking teams. Practical, people-first, zero hype.
