The Future of Trades Business Acquisitions with Ryan Williams of DivvyShares

American Builders - Presented by TradeGuard

American Builders - Presented by TradeGuard
The Future of Trades Business Acquisitions with Ryan Williams of DivvyShares
May 08, 2026 Season 1 Episode 17
Garrett Amundsen

This episode features Ryan Williams, Co-Founder & COO of DivvyShares.

DivvyShares acquires small trades and home service businesses and transitions them into employee-owned companies, creating long-term wealth opportunities for employees while preserving the legacy of the business owner.

In this episode, we discuss:

* What makes a trades business attractive for acquisition
* The biggest mistakes owners make before selling their company
* How employee ownership changes retention, culture, and incentives
* What buyers look for during due diligence
* The future of acquisitions in the trades industry

Learn more about DivvyShares: https://divvyshares.com/

Presented by TradeGuard: https://tradeguardins.com/