Tune in to the Sell Side podcast for a comprehensive exploration of the business selling journey. Join host Michael Stanley from Keel Point as he engages with business owners, attorneys, wealth advisors, and other experts, offering you an immersive, panoramic perspective on the transaction process.

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Tune in to the Sell Side podcast for a comprehensive exploration of the business selling journey. Join host Michael Stanley from Keel Point as he engages with business owners, attorneys, wealth advisors, and other experts, offering you an immersive, panoramic perspective on the transaction process.
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Recent Episodes

August 6, 2026
Episode 34: Running a Business vs. Growing a Business with Todd Taylor & Chris Holliday
<p>In this episode of The Sell Side Podcast, Michael Stanley sits down with Todd Taylor, CEO, and Chris Holliday, CFO, of Taylor Electric to discuss the company's journey from a family-owned electrical contractor founded in 1970 to a successful platform acquisition.</p><p>Todd and Chris share how they transformed the business by shifting from simply running a company to intentionally growing one. They discuss improving margins, preparing financials for a sale, building the right leadership team, and why creating opportunities for the next generation of employees became their driving motivation.</p><p>The conversation also offers an inside look at the M&A process, including selecting the right investment banking team, navigating quality of earnings, due diligence, evaluating buyers, and ultimately choosing a partner that aligned with both their financial goals and their company's legacy.</p><p>Whether you're a founder beginning to think about an exit or simply looking to build a more valuable business, this episode is filled with practical lessons on preparation, succession planning, and maximizing founder outcomes. </p>

July 16, 2026
Episode 33: Sell Side Short on Life After the Sell
<p>In this episode of The Sell Side, we discuss what life after a business sale can really look like. From the emotional transition of no longer running the company you've built to planning your finances, finding a new purpose, and preparing for what's next, we explore the conversations every business owner should have before closing a deal.</p><p>Whether you're considering selling in the near future or years down the road, this episode offers practical insights to help you prepare for the next chapter with confidence.</p>

June 18, 2026
Episode 32: Sell Side Short on Earnouts
<p>In this episode of Sell Side Shorts, Michael Stanley breaks down one of the most common deal-making tools used to close that gap: the earnout.</p><p>Michael explains how earnouts work, why buyers use them to manage risk, and why sellers should approach them carefully. He also shares key considerations when structuring an earnout, including the importance of choosing the right performance metrics, avoiding potential pitfalls tied to EBITDA-based calculations, and creating a clear process for measuring results after closing.</p><p>Whether you're preparing to sell your business or simply want to better understand M&A deal structures, this episode offers practical insight into how earnouts can help get a deal across the finish line while protecting both sides of the transaction.</p>
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