In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Feras Moussa and Casey Minshew sit down with Adam Koos, founder of Elevate and Exit and Libertas Wealth Management. With a unique background in both psychology and finance, Adam helps business owners prepare for the biggest decision of their lives—selling their company.
From the emotional side of letting go of a business to the hard numbers that make or break a deal, Adam shares why most owners wait too long to plan an exit—and how that mistake leaves millions on the table. He dives into consultative selling, minimizing key-person risk, and how to structure businesses for a smoother, more profitable transition.
If you’re buying, selling, or just starting to think about succession planning, this conversation will give you practical takeaways and a new lens for approaching the exit process.
In this episode, we discuss:
Why 80% of businesses never sell—and what owners can do differently
The role of psychology in exit planning (and why it matters as much as finance)
Top mistakes owners make before going to market (and easy fixes to de-risk)
How to prepare years in advance for the best valuation and smoothest deal
Legacy, taxes, and life after the sale—what every seller should consider
Consultative selling and building rapport with owners as a buyer
Connect with Adam Koos
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamkoos
Exit Planning Firm: https://elevateandexit.com
Financial Advisory Firm: https://libertaswealth.com
The M&A Launchpad Conference
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Additional Resources
Watch more interviews on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@equitylaunchpad
Connect with hosts Casey Minshew & Feras Moussa: mailto:info@equitylaunchpad.com
Learn more about investing, scaling, or selling a business: https://equity-launchpad.com
About The M&A Launchpad: The M&A Launchpad provides insights into acquiring, investing in, and selling profitable businesses in the lower to middle market. Whether you are a business owner, investor, or aspiring entrepreneur, we will provide you with the knowledge, guidance, and capital to navigate the world of mergers and acquisitions. The M&A Launchpad presents a series of weekly podcast episodes and hosts an annual M&A Launchpad Conference tailored to the M&A community. Connect with M&A Launchpad: 🎧 Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0mW6i4ooujqC7eOPWmguU7 🎧 Podcast on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/m-a-launchpad/id1740382586 🎟️ Attend Upcoming M&A Launchpad Conference: http://malaunchpad.com/
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