We talk about Surfing the Sigmoid Curve. Or in other words: how everything, and everyone will experience inception, growth, maturity, and finally decline. But how do businesses, products, or people continue to grow both personally and professionally? We interview founders, business owners, professionals, and growth-minded individuals who have found success. And they share how they made it happen. We have 1 rule. Don't. Be. Boring.
Hosted by Chris Jones, CEO, and co-owner of the largest business brokerage firm in the US, and Matt Silasiri, VP of Business Development.
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Ep. 49 - Manufacturing Automation Products for Manufacturer's - Andy Larson
Automation is transforming the manufacturing world in incredible ways. No matter if it be food, consumables, electronics, cars, or even surgeries; the new tools that are being used to complete these tasks are here, and only getting better.
Ever wondered who even creates those tools? The robots? All the assembly parts and technology that sits in a 50,000 square foot building?
Andy Larson is an individual who did that, and built his company, Custom Automation (https://www.customautomationinc.net/), from scratch. Here his story here. Connect with our hosts: Chris Jones (https://www.linkedin.com/in/businessesforsale/) - CEO, and Matt Silasiri (https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-silasiri-920648152/) - Vice President of Business Development at True North Mergers & Acquisitions (https://www.tnma.com/)and Sunbelt Business Advisors (https://www.sunbeltmidwest.com/).
20 Jul 2026
Ep. 48 - What it Takes to Build & Sell a Successful Auto Body Shop - Jeff & Sarah Czech
More often than not businesses are started from an owner's passion and willingness to take risks. This is especially true for automotive businesses, where growing up you find yourself working on cars for fun and soon see the demand all around you.
For Jeff Czech, it started from painting farm tractors and cattle trailers both before and during high school. Betting on himself, Jeff went on his own right out of high school, evolving every year and growing consistently.
What makes this story special is that Czech Auto Body became one of the most efficient shops in Minnesota. Technology, SOPs, amazing employees, and a whole lot of grit grew the business to being one of the most respected operations.
Tune in to see how Jeff & Sarah Czech started from zero and built their business to exceptional levels.
Connect with our hosts: Chris Jones (https://www.linkedin.com/in/businessesforsale/) - CEO, and Matt Silasiri (https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-silasiri-920648152/) - Vice President of Business Development at True North Mergers & Acquisitions (https://www.tnma.com/)and Sunbelt Business Advisors (https://www.sunbeltmidwest.com/).
1 Jul 2026
Ep. 47 - Exiting a Medical Distribution Business in the Midwest - John Zak
Back in 2002 John Zak and his partners took the leap into starting North Star Surgical as a regional medical device distribution company. Over time the team reinvested and grew the capabilities by adding new product lines, sales reps, eventually broadening their footprint.
After 20 years in the business, thoughts started to form about getting out of the business and transitioning into life 2.0. With the help of Dan Arcand, an Advisor of Sunbelt Business Advisors and True North M&A, John and his partners went to market, bringing in numerous buyers. Even with no intention in selling, the higher valuation in the company and interest from buyers made the decision much easier.
Connect with our hosts: Chris Jones (https://www.linkedin.com/in/businessesforsale/) - CEO, and Matt Silasiri (https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-silasiri-920648152/) - Vice President of Business Development at True North Mergers & Acquisitions (https://www.tnma.com/)and Sunbelt Business Advisors (https://www.sunbeltmidwest.com/).
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