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Business Acquisition Interview with Fox Cities Embroidery Owner, Nick Vance

July 18, 2023 • Brad • Season 1 • Episode 1

Would he do it again? In this episode, host Brad interviews Nick Vance, owner and operator of Fox Cities Embroidery, powered by NVR branding. Nick shares his experience of acquiring and growing his business in the midst of challenges, including the Covid-19 pandemic.

Introduction (00:00 - 00:35)

Getting Started with Business Growth (00:35 - 02:45)

Brad discusses how he and Nick have been friends for some time, and Nick became a client of Brad's company.
Nick talks about his journey of growing NVR Branding and how the opportunity to acquire Fox Cities Embroidery presented itself.
The decision to pursue business acquisition and the importance of having a strong team of professionals to support the process.

Challenges and Opportunities (02:45 - 06:00)

Brad asks Nick about the challenges and advantages of acquiring Fox Cities Embroidery.
Nick highlights how acquiring an established business with existing brand recognition and machinery provided a competitive advantage.
The impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on the acquisition process and how Nick navigated through it.

The Post-Acquisition Journey (06:00 - 11:00)

Brad inquires about how Nick's business has fared in the year after the acquisition.
Nick talks about the significant growth, internal improvements, and challenges with hiring new employees.
The importance of building efficient systems to handle the increased demand and maintaining quality control.

Lessons Learned and Future Growth (11:00 - 14:00)

Brad asks Nick about the most important lessons he learned from the acquisition process.
Nick emphasizes the importance of surrounding yourself with the right team of professionals for guidance and support.
Nick discusses his openness to future acquisitions and ongoing organic growth.

Conclusion (14:00 - 14:35)

Learn more about Nick Fox Cities Embroidery
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