Private n Listed provides high-level insight into cross-border M&A and investment considerations for ambitious business leaders. Join host Jamie Spence as we navigate the complexities of the Asia-Pacific region, delivering practical strategies and interviews to help you lead with clarity. Subscribe for your weekly briefing on the forces shaping today's corporate landscape.
Fourty years ago, I started my career on the floor of the Sydney Futures Exchange - no screens, just noise, and traders reading each other in real time. Since then, I've sat in on four very different rooms: a trading pit, global and investment banks, deal table advising founders on selling businesses they spent decades building, and Boards that serve the community with no transaction at all. Four Rooms. One lesson that kept repeating in every single one - and it's the thing I wish every busin...
27 Aug 2026
Episode 18 - Season One Lessons - Building A Business Worth Selling
In this short Season One reflection, Jamie Spence draws together the most valuable lessons from conversations with Ed Huntingford, Andrew Walsh, Christiaan Hart, Dan Ahchow, Tim Collins and Bruno Arboit. From Wealth creation, systems and brand positioning to leadership, cross-border growth and exit preparation, one message stands out: businesses become more valuable when they are built to perform beyond their owner. A practical episode for business owners who want to build a stronger, m...
20 Aug 2026
Protecting the Sale: What Your Advisor Should Be Doing Before You Meet a Buyer
Episode 17 - Not Every interested buyer is a real one. Here's how to spot competitors and opportunists disguised as acquirers - snd why your advisor's vetting process is the fine line of defence in any sale. Hope you enjoy and get value from this episode. Questions: Heyjamie@privatenlisted.com
6 Aug 2026
Episode 16 - Business Owner Considerations for Exits across Asia with Bruno Arboit of Kroll
In this episode, Bruno Arboit, Managing Director at Kroll Asia and China, shares lessons from nearly three decades across restructuring, disputes, valuation and business transition. His perspective is especially valuable for business owners thinking about succession, exit and how to prepare a business properly before a sale. We discuss: Valuation expectations & vendor positioning The importance of documenting the business well ahead of any prospective sale How cross-border neg...
23 Jul 2026
Episode 15 - The Hidden Cost of the Wrong Exit Advisor
The Hidden Cost of the Wrong Exit Advisor SME & Family Owned Baby Boomer Businesses - stressful to leave money on the table - showcase your business - but find the right way first. In this episode: 1 - Preparing and Timing - Data Room - Video - present both the good side and what could be improved with innovation/technology systems or processes - barriers to entry Remember these businesses are where entrepreneurial ideas and intellectual capital emerge 2 - How to get a G...
16 Jul 2026
Episode 13 - The Nuances of Scaling Across Asia with Tim Collins
Listeners will enjoy first hand insights from former DCH Auriga CEO Tim Collins into growing and transitioning Private and Listed companies across Asia-Pacific. Tim has lived and worked in Asia for 29 years, running businesses for conglomerates Cadbury Schweppes, Li & Fung and most recently DCH Auriga. He shares some secrets on how to learn and manage businesses across multiple countries and cultures. His expertise spans Healthcare, FMCG, Logistics and much more... We also discuss M...
3 Jul 2026
Episode 12 - How Great Businesses Adapt
Change is constant, but the best businesses know how to respond. In this episode I look at how businesses adapt under pressure, why timing matters, and how owners can create more options for the future.
18 Jun 2026
Episode 11 - Scaling the Baby Boomer Economy - Software, Operational Change, and Facilities Management with Entrepreneur Dan Ahchow
In this episode of Private n Listed, I speak with entrepreneur Dan Ahchow about the role of software, operational change, and succession in a huge but often overlooked sector: facilities management. We explore why this baby boomer-driven industry is ripe for transformation, how technology can unlock efficiency and scale, and what it takes to improve businesses from the inside out. Dan also shares lessons from founding, scaling and selling Service Central, along with his experience across busi...
17 Jun 2026
Episode 10 - The Power of Visual Storytelling with Photographer and Filmmaker Christiaan Hart
In this episode of Private n Listed, I speak with photographer and filmmaker Christiaan Hart about how strong visuals can shape the way a business, brand, or sporting event is perceived, and how is can support growth and create a better first impression. Christiaan shares his journey from professional tennis coaching into visual storytelling, and explains why short video and imagery can be especially powerful for businesses preparing to scale, transition or exit. We discuss his work across bu...
13 Jun 2026
Episode 9 - The Drinks Journey, Multinational Leadership across Asia to Building Independent Brands
Andrew Walsh joins "The Drinks Journey" to share insights from his career across Asia, and his transition from multinational drinks businesses into investing in and building independent spirits brands. I hope you find this episode interesting. Questions about the Podcast to Heyjamie@privatenlisted.com
9 Jun 2026
Episode 8 - The Cultural Edge: The secrets to unlocking Asian Capital
Why do brilliant companies with flawless financial models fail to secure cross-border funding? In this solo episode, I pull back the curtain on the unspoken dynamics of the region's most important dynamics. Drawing on boots-on-the ground execution managing multi million dollar deals, I break down the critical differences between navigating rigid Institutional Capital and building relationships with legacy Private Business Capital. Discover why your pitch deck is only half the battle, how to l...
27 May 2026
Episode 7 - Demystifying Wealth Extraction for Private Businesses
In this episode, we sit down with Ed Huntingford, Managing Director of Huntingford Advisory (HA), to demystify the core strategies that drive sustainable business growth and effective wealth extraction. Drawing from his expertise in strategy, governance, and profit improvement, Ed shares actionable insights on how private business owners can step back from working in day-to-day business and start focusing on mazimizing its ultimate value. I hope you enjoy! Questions: Heyjamie@privatenlisted.com
22 May 2026
Boards - Effective or Junkets, and Why does this Matter?
Today's Episode discusses Boards - Private, Listed, NGO/NFP, Clubs Real examples of Board dynamics The composition of Boards The value Board Members can bring Role of Board Chair Ineffective Boards Why you need to understand the Board role and organisation you are considering Questions or Comments welcome: Heyjamie@privatenlisted.com Thank you for listening
18 May 2026
Emotional Journey vs Financial Journey of Founders Selling their Businesses
In this episode I discuss a question submitted by a listener asking - "Do people find it hard to sell their Baby Boomer business and does it all feel a bit mercenary?" I provide a couple of real M&A examples.
13 May 2026
Episode 4 - Like for Like businesses in Baby Boomer Sales and Acquisitions
Todays episode starts with the impact on the Australian Baby Boomer industry of this weeks announcement by the Federal Government to stop Capital Gains Tax (CGT) exemptions (from July 1 2027) on future growth for businesses that pre date 1985. This applies to businesses held by individuals, trusts, and partnerships. I discuss "LIKE for LIKE" industry acquisitions - and use "Facilities Management" businesses as an example. Please feel free to reach out with any Podcast questions: Heyjamie@priv...
12 May 2026
Episode 3 - Setting up for Selling Baby Boomer Businesses - Silver Tsunami Part 2
In this episode I discuss important considerations pivotal to Business Owners setting up their Baby Boomer Businesses for sale. At the end of this episode I discuss a unique example of a what one person did to effect a major acquisition. Interview the potential buyer Termsheets Must do legal Discussing with your team Most suitable for your business HNW - Family Office - Private Equity - IPO? Please contact me with any questions or topics you would like me t...
7 May 2026
Episode 2 - Selling a Boomer Business: The Silver Tsunami
Drawing on 30 years of business exit experience, I reveal the proven strategies you need to maximize your company's value before the "Silver Tsunami" peak. Learn how to transform your life's work into a high-value, sellable asset while avoiding the common pitfalls that leave most owners stranded. The importance of a Data Room The Importance of a Video Please contact me with any questions or topics you would like me to address on the Podcast: HeyJamie@privatenlisted.com
4 May 2026
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The podcast Sharing my 35+ years of client facing and dealmaking experiences and stories across Asia-Pacific. From the floor of a futures market to advising Boards, CEOs and Business owners, I'll discuss positioning for successful investment, sales and acquisitions of Baby Boomer Businesses. And I'll conduct interviews with business leaders across the financial, professional and corporate landscape to share their unique insights to help you achieve a successful outcome. Please contact m...
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