NEWS & EVENTS
GROWTH / LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT / TRANSITION PLANNING / TRANSACTIONS / MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS / BUSINESS SALE / STRATEGY
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Buying Online BusinessesGrowth By Acquisition Mistakes To Avoid with Michael Vann Ep. 338 A deep dive into the brilliant… and brutally expensive mistakes entrepreneurs make when trying to grow through acquisition. -
DealQuest with Corey KupferIn this episode, we talk about about trends in the M&A markets right now, as well as the biggest mistakes people make trying to get deals done. -
ETOP PodcastIn this episode, Michael Vann discusses building your business to sell along with the many variables involved in that process and how you can set a path to maximize the sale of your business. -
Mr. Biz RadioIn this episode, Michael shares how to exit your "biz" for max value. Mr.Biz Radio provides business owners with the knowledge and insights needed to drive their companies forward. -
The John Chapman ShowOn this episode, Michael shares his insight into what it looks like for second or third generation family members to buy out a family run business. Michael shares the multiple stages of succession planning, and gives some advice for those who have opened "Pandora's Box," as he puts it. -
The Boston PodcastCorporate dealmaker Michael Vann chats with Dave about business during and after the pandemic and admits to being a member of Peloton Nation. -
Western Mass Business ShowIra speaks with Michael Vann of the Vann Group, on how the multi-faceted consulting group he runs with his father, Kevin does a range from helping companies build healthy governance, and equip the next generation to lead; and with esteemed partners revived the Student Prince, and now the White Hut. -
Learning from Others PodcastFor over twenty years, today’s guest has been part of an entrepreneurial father and son team that has helped the owners of privately held small and mid-size businesses build, maximize and realize the value in their businesses and prepare for profitable exits. -
InnovaBuzz podcastMichael Vann, President of The Vann Group, LLC , provides insight on: 1. Why succession planning is vital in any business 2. Why contingency planning is also critical 3. How to prepare to exit your business, in whatever way you may choose to, and how to prepare for the next phase. -
The SharkPreneur PodcastHow we help our clients maximize the value of their business for when they sell it! Seth speaks to Michael Vann, President of The Vann Group, LLC , about how he has successfully advised companies in a variety of industries including professional and technical services, insurance and financial services, construction, industrial services, manufacturing, and food & hospitality. -
Fox Talks Business PodcastEntry and Exit Strategies Ep. 53 When you first start your business the last thing you are most likely thinking about is what your exit plan is. Knowing your exit strategy or even just having an outline, as it can change over time, can help for other things like if there was ever an accident. Which of course we never wish for but we still buy the insurance. This is the same for your business strategy. -

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The Unstoppable CEOOne Size Does Not Fit All: Growth Management Systems in the Real World Ep. 229 With so many growth management systems on the market — and ardent disciples for each — which one is right for your business? Steve Gordon talks to Vann Group President, Michael Vann, about how to sift through the options to find an operating system that works for your culture and objectives. -
Author HourBuying Out the Boss Ep. 316 Michael and Kevin discuss the pitfalls to avoid when negotiating a transition to a family member or current employees.
NEWS & EVENTS
GROWTH / LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT / TRANSITION PLANNING / TRANSACTIONS / MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS / BUSINESS SALE / STRATEGY
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Buying Online BusinessesGrowth By Acquisition Mistakes To Avoid with Michael Vann Ep. 338 A deep dive into the brilliant… and brutally expensive mistakes entrepreneurs make when trying to grow through acquisition. -
Grow Money Business Podcast with Grant BledsoeBusiness Succession Planning with M&A Expert Michael Vann Grant Bledsoe sits with Michael Vann to explore what business owners should think about when planning their succession or exit, even if they don't anticipate it anytime soon. -
DealQuest with Corey KupferIn this episode, we talk about about trends in the M&A markets right now, as well as the biggest mistakes people make trying to get deals done. -
ETOP PodcastIn this episode, Michael Vann discusses building your business to sell along with the many variables involved in that process and how you can set a path to maximize the sale of your business. -
Mr. Biz RadioIn this episode, Michael shares how to exit your "biz" for max value. Mr.Biz Radio provides business owners with the knowledge and insights needed to drive their companies forward. -
The John Chapman ShowOn this episode, Michael shares his insight into what it looks like for second or third generation family members to buy out a family run business. Michael shares the multiple stages of succession planning, and gives some advice for those who have opened "Pandora's Box," as he puts it. -
The Boston PodcastCorporate dealmaker Michael Vann chats with Dave about business during and after the pandemic and admits to being a member of Peloton Nation. -
Western Mass Business ShowIra speaks with Michael Vann of the Vann Group, on how the multi-faceted consulting group he runs with his father, Kevin does a range from helping companies build healthy governance, and equip the next generation to lead; and with esteemed partners revived the Student Prince, and now the White Hut. -
Learning from Others PodcastFor over twenty years, today’s guest has been part of an entrepreneurial father and son team that has helped the owners of privately held small and mid-size businesses build, maximize and realize the value in their businesses and prepare for profitable exits. -
InnovaBuzz podcastMichael Vann, President of The Vann Group, LLC , provides insight on: 1. Why succession planning is vital in any business 2. Why contingency planning is also critical 3. How to prepare to exit your business, in whatever way you may choose to, and how to prepare for the next phase. -
The SharkPreneur PodcastHow we help our clients maximize the value of their business for when they sell it! Seth speaks to Michael Vann, President of The Vann Group, LLC , about how he has successfully advised companies in a variety of industries including professional and technical services, insurance and financial services, construction, industrial services, manufacturing, and food & hospitality. -
Fox Talks Business PodcastEntry and Exit Strategies Ep. 53 When you first start your business the last thing you are most likely thinking about is what your exit plan is. Knowing your exit strategy or even just having an outline, as it can change over time, can help for other things like if there was ever an accident. Which of course we never wish for but we still buy the insurance. This is the same for your business strategy. -

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The Unstoppable CEOOne Size Does Not Fit All: Growth Management Systems in the Real World Ep. 229 With so many growth management systems on the market — and ardent disciples for each — which one is right for your business? Steve Gordon talks to Vann Group President, Michael Vann, about how to sift through the options to find an operating system that works for your culture and objectives. -
Author HourBuying Out the Boss Ep. 316 Michael and Kevin discuss the pitfalls to avoid when negotiating a transition to a family member or current employees.
Transactional News
Falx Capital Acquires Pyramid Time Systems
Phoenix, AZ. (April 14, 2025) — The Vann Group, a strategic consulting and transactional advisory services firm is pleased to announce that its client, Pyramid Time Systems has been acquired by Falx Capital. Since its founding in 1969, Pyramid Time Systems has grown to become a [...]
Island Master Locksmiths Acquires Serv-U Locksmiths
Farmingdale, NY. (April 4, 2025) — The Vann Group, a strategic consulting and transactional advisory services firm, is pleased to announce that its client, Serv-U Locksmiths of Western Massachusetts, has been acquired by Island Master Locksmiths. The Company, which was originally founded in 1954, has been [...]
Looking Ahead to 2025 in Mergers and Acquisitions
Once again, we are pleased to provide you with our annual thoughts on the merger and acquisition market. In acknowledgement of our collective attention spans, we will keep this one concise. As we enter 2025, we believe the market is positioning itself for a [...]
The Snell Group Joins the ATS Family of Companies
Experts in infrared thermography and electric motor testing Marietta, GA. (August 5, 2022) — Applied Technical Services is proud to announce The Snell Group as the newest acquisition to join our family of companies. This group of specialists is an industry-leading provider of training and services [...]
The Producto Group Acquires ThermoFab
NEW YORK, Sept. 01, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Producto Group (“Producto”), a portfolio company of Culper Capital Partners (“Culper”), today announced the acquisition of ThermoFab (www.thermofab.com), a leader in the design, development, and manufacturing of heavy-gauge plastic enclosures for the medical, diversified industrial, and high-tech [...]


