Like A Champion Podcast | M&A Mastery with Wes Shelton

Like A Champion Podcast | M&A Mastery with Wes Shelton

Don't Leave Money on the Table Discover insider knowledge that drives successful M&A deals, builds businesses and drives growth - professionally and personally - through the unique insights M&A veteran WES SHELTON and his guest list of experts, happy clients, and successful entrepreneurs and leaders bring to each episode of Like A Champion. For over a decade, Wes Shelton has successfully represented sellers in the lower-middle market with deals ranging from smaller private acquisitions to eight-figure transactions. He knows what it takes to get his clients the best deal with the right buyer – and he’s excited to share those insights with you. ***LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, COMMENT & FOLLOW*** Enjoy more great stories, actionable tips and leadership insights from Wes Shelton of SM2 Advisors and his guests. WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@likeachampionpodcast Considering selling your business? GET A CONFIDENTIAL CONSULTATION WITH WES: https://sm2advisors.com/like-a-champion-podcast-request-a-meeting/ Sponsored by SM2 Advisors (https://sm2advisors.com) and Rebel Motor Company (https://www.rebelmotorclub.com) Produced by DTM Creative Solutions (https://dtmcreativesolutions.com) Logo & Website Design by PixelWorks (https://pxlwrx.com)

Episodes

July 24, 2025 86 mins

Former wealth-manager Kevin Couper discusses why he walked away from finance and used Acquira’s “search-funder” playbook to buy 30-year-old Kyle Plumbing transforming it from construction-heavy and paper-based to service-focused, tech-driven, and rapidly scaling. 


He and host Wes Shelton unpack their experience from two years ago when Wes served as a sell-side advisor for Kyle Plumbing, discussing the process, overcoming its ch...

Mark as Played

She went from food stamps to multi-million-dollar deals building The Yoga Joint. 

Wes talks with his friend Paige Held as she shares the raw truth behind building The Yoga Joint. They discuss everything from the process of learning how to choose the right business partner and building a team that maximizes your strengths to the power of believing in yourself and not taking 'no' in business for an answer. Hear how...

Mark as Played

Keith Costello has built and exited multiple banks. Working daily with entrepreneurs and business owners in South Florida for decades has given him a unique perspective and a lot of great insights into what makes for a successful business and life. He's also big into philanthropy and deeply values giving back to his community, including his friend's non-profit, Sebastian Strong, created to help families like his when havi...

Mark as Played

In this episode of Like A Champion Podcast, Danny Kanell returns to talk with Wes about his broadcasting career, the ever changing landscape of college and professional football, and what kind of car goes best with a turtleneck. They dive into the rapidly changing landscape of college football, from the introduction of NIL deals and the transfer portal to the expansion of the college football playoff. Danny shares insights from his...

Mark as Played

Join M&A attorney David Black of Berger Singerman, a seasoned expert with decades of experience, as David shares insider legal strategies that help businesses avoid costly pitfalls when selling. In this must-watch conversation with Wes, David reveals invaluable insights that could transform the way you approach business transactions. Whether you're an entrepreneur or an investor, you won't want to miss the wisdom that...

Mark as Played

This special episode with Steve and Tom Shelton - Wes's father and uncle - explores their history in South Florida with building the number one Ferrari dealership in North America, their love of racing, and the overall experience of building and selling their multiple high-end dealerships across multiple transactions. 


***GET A ONE-ON-ONE, COMPLIMENTARY CONSULTATION with WES***
https://sm2advisors.com/like-a-...

Mark as Played

Considering selling your business?
****GET A FREE CONSULTATION WITH WES****
https://sm2advisors.com/like-a-champion-podcast-request-a-meeting/

*NEW EPISODE* with Dr. Rick Harris | Hear why Dr. Harris, alongside his business partner and wife, used an M&A advisor. Glean insights from what they learned and how Wes and his team were able to increase the practice's valuation and find the perfect buyer.
...

Mark as Played

Joseph Safina has lived an incredible life - from starting his first investment firm in his early twenties to an illustrious career in the music industry to getting caught in a burning car on a racetrack - and there's still a lot left to be done. Learn about the biggest mistakes sellers make, how to position your business to sell, insights into the worlds racing, the value of a great mentor, and living a life of success and su...

Mark as Played

Bob Denison of Denison Yachting shares about his 3rd-generation family business, its sale to One Water, and some valuable life lessons in this episode of the Like A Champion Podcast with his longtime friend, Wes Shelton.

***The rain in the background fades after a few minutes and is gone by minute 10.***

*Please be aware that some explicit language is used in this episode.

Considering selling your busines...

Mark as Played

Popular Podcasts

    Football’s funniest family duo — Jason Kelce of the Philadelphia Eagles and Travis Kelce of the Kansas City Chiefs — team up to provide next-level access to life in the league as it unfolds. The two brothers and Super Bowl champions drop weekly insights about the weekly slate of games and share their INSIDE perspectives on trending NFL news and sports headlines. They also endlessly rag on each other as brothers do, chat the latest in pop culture and welcome some very popular and well-known friends to chat with them. Check out new episodes every Wednesday. Follow New Heights on the Wondery App, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to new episodes early and ad-free, and get exclusive content on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. And join our new membership for a unique fan experience by going to the New Heights YouTube channel now!

    Dateline NBC

    Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonus content: DatelinePremium.com

    On Purpose with Jay Shetty

    I’m Jay Shetty host of On Purpose the worlds #1 Mental Health podcast and I’m so grateful you found us. I started this podcast 5 years ago to invite you into conversations and workshops that are designed to help make you happier, healthier and more healed. I believe that when you (yes you) feel seen, heard and understood you’re able to deal with relationship struggles, work challenges and life’s ups and downs with more ease and grace. I interview experts, celebrities, thought leaders and athletes so that we can grow our mindset, build better habits and uncover a side of them we’ve never seen before. New episodes every Monday and Friday. Your support means the world to me and I don’t take it for granted — click the follow button and leave a review to help us spread the love with On Purpose. I can’t wait for you to listen to your first or 500th episode!

    The Breakfast Club

    The World's Most Dangerous Morning Show, The Breakfast Club, With DJ Envy, Jess Hilarious, And Charlamagne Tha God!

    The Bobby Bones Show

    Listen to 'The Bobby Bones Show' by downloading the daily full replay.

Advertise With Us
Music, radio and podcasts, all free. Listen online or download the iHeart App.

Connect

© 2025 iHeartMedia, Inc.