Best Oliver Wilkinson Podcasts (2024)

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Sam Oliver – £100k professional fees incurred from a disputed earn out clause 30:34

15h ago30:34

30:34

Selling a business comes with risks, but the buyer tyring to swindle you right at the end would challenge anyone’s nerve. My guest in this episode, Sam Oliver, shares his experience of successfully selling his business and going through an earn-out clause. He discusses the challenges he faced when the buyer suddenly changed the processes at the las…

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The Letty Rock Show 1:58:00

5d ago1:58:00

1:58:00

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David B Horne - Why only 1.9% of females successfully secure funding 32:16

6d ago32:16

32:16

Gender bias exists when applying for funding in the venture capital industry. It’s a fact, women are less likely than men to not only succeed in getting funding but for applying for it in the first place. This disadvantage is something that has driven my guest in this episode, David B Horne, to help rectify. David is the Founder of Funding Focus, a…

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Kemi Egan - £677,000 unknown tax liabilities due to fraudulent pension scheme uncovered 34:00

21d ago34:00

34:00

What’s the worst thing that could happen during an acquisition? Up there at the top must be finding fraud from the seller. Kemi Egan is my guest in this episode, and she found just this during one of her acquisitions. A seller was using a fraudulent pension scheme discovered by HMRC. Even then during the legal process the seller, and their defence …

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Al Zucker - Deal fails due to deteriorated assets that drained cash reserves 37:09

1M ago37:09

37:09

Many sellers have no idea how resilient their business is going into the sale. This can massively impact the final valuation of the business, but you can avoid this if you have things set up the right way to sell. In this episode I am joined by Al Zucker a Lawyer that helps entrepreneurs and firms raise, acquire and exit successfully. He has seen a…

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Marc Adams - £3m cost saving on outsourcing activities 37:12

2M ago37:12

37:12

You can cash out of your business tax free, so you get the amount you need to retire and support your family’s future. The problem is many don’t know how to get there. In this episode I am joined by Marc Adams, a visionary entrepreneur, acclaimed author, who explains how to do just that. Marc is an expert in business transformation, and as the CEO …

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Steve Lawrence - Resigned from a job to close an acquisition that failed 32:21

2M ago32:21

32:21

Acquisitions can be an opportunity to change your career. But what if you quit your job and the deal falls through? You’re left with no job and no deal. This is exactly what happened to my guest in this episode, Steve Lawrence. The seller decided not to go ahead at the last-minute leaving Steve in the lurch. Steve shares the ups and downs of his ac…

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Judith Hamilton & Christine Nicholson - £5m in debt because of hidden receipts 36:44

3M ago36:44

36:44

Imagine not even knowing you are about to go bankrupt. Many business owners don’t know what is going with their accounts. With £5 million pounds of debt and another £1 million in stocks that anyone could have taken, this was the reality for one business. In this episode I am joined by Judith Hamilton and Christine Nicholson, 2 brilliant women worki…

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Nigel Carley - Why investing in fractional ownership differs to time share 45:21

3M ago45:21

45:21

Most businesses are built from people’s dreams. The challenge is taking it from that dream to reality. In this episode I am joined by Nigel Carley who has achieved this through creating The Pinelli Group, as he approached retirement. A company that sells properties in Italy through fractional ownership. Nigel fell in love with Italy over his career…

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Meena Kumari Adnani - Losing everything to hitting 7 figures 29:53

4M ago29:53

29:53

Financial freedoms means different things to everybody. Achieving it means living the life you want but imagine having it and then losing it all. In this episode I am joined by Meena Adnani, who worked hard against the expectations those around her had. She was judged, because of being a woman and also because of her cultural background. All of whi…

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Della Kirkman - How buying a job built her wealth 19:40

4M ago19:40

19:40

Imagine going from waitress to financial freedom all through acquisitions. That is exactly what my guest in this episode, Della Kirkman, achieved. She found a way to buy small businesses and grow them organically to build and exit. She is now on a mission to supports 10,000 women to build wealth through acquisition. In this episode Della reveals ho…

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Kush Birdi - Managing cashflow risk post-acquisition 20:40

5M ago20:40

20:40

Acquisitions would be far easier if all sellers were educated on what’s involved. Knowing what happens post-acquisition is part of the learning that needs to happen to secure a successful deal. In this episode Kush Birdi and I discuss the importance of KPI based target setting and why you should audit the legal aspects of your deals. We also share …

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Kath Jones - £100k debt from funding that fell through 28:52

5M ago28:52

28:52

Imagine being in £100K of debt because of a scam. This is a nightmare situation for any business owner who puts their trust into others and is exactly the position my guest, Kath Jones found herself in. She is the founder of Think Wine Group and ended up losing £100K after her agent scammed her and the funding she got to salvage the situation never…

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Kush Birdi - Financial and legal due diligence, what can go wrong! 23:14

6M ago23:14

23:14

Not being aware of the financial or legal implications of a deal can have disastrous consequences. From intellectual property protection, staffing issues to outstanding debts, there are many aspects of a deal that need to be checked as part of your due diligence. In this episode Kush Birdi and I discuss where due diligence can impact deals and our …

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Kush Birdi - How can buyers and sellers get aligned pre Heads of Terms 31:39

6M ago31:39

31:39

Heads of terms are a key aspect of any acquisition. The buyer and seller need to agree on these to show serious intent for the deal. But there are many key issues both parties need to be aware of. In this episode Kush Birdi and I discuss our experiences working with heads of terms. We also share how the buyer and seller can become aligned and why t…

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Kush Birdi - Legal consequences for acquisitions 29:28

7M ago29:28

29:28

There are many risks to consider as a buyer in acquisitions. Not being prepared can have severe consequences. You need to do your due diligence and plan every aspect to ensure its success. In this episode I am joined by Kush Birdi to tell you all you need to know about the legal consequences buyers can face and how to ensure you are covered all the…

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Matthew Cusack - Brand risk causing £7m of investment to be withheld 26:10

8M ago26:10

26:10

Have you checked your brand’s intellectual property? Imagine having £7million of investment held because you found another business already had your name. This is exactly what happened to a company my guest in this episode, Matthew Cusack, is working with. Matt is Managing Director of National Business Register Group Limited (NBR), an Intellectual …

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Robert Rizea: The hard work started after we received £2m for our start up 34:36

9M ago34:36

34:36

You must get used to hearing “No” when trying to raise funds to start a business idea. Knowing that eventually you will hear the yes you need is all the motivation you need to keep going. That was the belief my guest in this episode had to get his idea off the ground. Robert Riza is the Co-Founder and CEO of RacketPal, a platform built out of a lov…

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Julie Wilkinson: Julie’s story live on NTV – Part 2 25:28

9M ago25:28

25:28

This is part 2 of a special episode of The Build & Exit podcast where the tables get turned and Julie is in the hot seat. Julie was interviewed live on NTV to tell her personal and business story. In this episode Julie gives the business side of her story, talking about how her business journey started, the advice she has for people looking to beco…

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Adrian Knight - Why acquisitions fail with no integration strategy 27:27

10M ago27:27

27:27

The first 72 hours of taking on a new business is always eventful. But a salesperson syphoning leads, and the police called in to stop diggers tearing down buildings at a school must be up there with the hardest first days of any business owner. This was the reality for my guest in this episode, Adrian Knight. He had a lot of firefighting to perfor…

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Fiona Hudson-Kelly - Tripling the value of her business by understanding financial information 36:54

10M ago36:54

36:54

Achieving financial freedom is the ambition of many that are building to sell their business. But knowing how to get there is a whole different ball game. Understanding the financial side of how to build and exit a business is key to making this dream a reality. My guest in this episode is Fiona Hudson-Kelly, who has sold businesses for multi-milli…

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Julie Wilkinson: Julie’s story live on NTV – Part 1 22:46

11M ago22:46

22:46

This is a special episode of The Build & Exit podcast where the tables get turned and Julie is in the hot seat. Julie was interview live on NTV to tell her personal and business story. In this episode Julie gives the personal side of her life story. You’ll find out about her passions from dogs to being out on the open water. She tells all about how…

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Steven Pettigrew: How buying a distressed business helped to double operations 24:58

11M ago24:58

24:58

Distressed business deals can be a quick and high earning way to grow by acquisition. It took Steven Pettigrew 4 days to close a distressed deal and since then has grown a business of 80 people. In this episode Steven gives his insights into how to grow through distressed acquisition deals, managing seller relationships, and the strategies behind i…

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Paul Avins: Growing by 8 figure acquisitions 42:38

12M ago42:38

42:38

Knowing the right way to exit a business is not easy if you don’t know what your options are. Having the information you need to find the right exit strategy is what will make your exit plan both achievable and enjoyable. Paul Avins has a wealth of experience in the acquisitions space and in this episode he gives his insight into why the hard work …

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Mathew Wainwright: Global entrepreneur generating £125m from acquisition sales in 12 months 36:11

1y ago36:11

36:11

Generating £125m from acquisitions in a year is the M&A specialist’s dream. That is exactly what the guest in this episode has achieved. Mathew Wainwright discusses what it takes to start out in the acquisitions space as well as going into the nitty gritty of how Opulentia achieved that incredible milestone. He also covers what leveraged buyouts ar…

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Johannes Lichtman on 'Calling Ukraine' 36:06

1y ago36:06

36:06

Johannes Lichtman joins me to discuss his novel "Calling Ukraine." National Book Foundation 5 Under 35 honoree and author of Such Good Work Johannes Lichtman returns with a novel that is strikingly relevant to our times—about an American who takes a job in Ukraine in 2018, only to find that his struggle to understand the customs and culture is ecli…

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Chris O’Connell - Losing everything after selling a £25m business only to come back fighting 28:16

1y ago28:16

28:16

*Content warning* – this post discusses suicidal feelings How do you see your life after selling your business? You may see happiness, wealth, and security. But just because you sell your business doesn’t mean they are guaranteed. In this episode Chris O’Connell shares his story of selling his business for £25 million only to find his life unravel …

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Kam Kaur Singh - How to maximise your wealth from an acquisition 27:11

1y ago27:11

27:11

Knowing how to maximise your wealth through acquisition and exit planning is something you need to consider. A financial planner can help you to see things you would otherwise miss that will increase your wealth potential. Kam Kaur Singh is here to show you how a financial planner can benefit your exit planning as well as prepare for the worst-case…

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Jamie Simpson - How he purchased 6 acquisitions using cash within a business 22:44

1y ago22:44

22:44

Knowing how to turn around a quick acquisition and exit can be very lucrative for a business buyer. Being able to do that with 6 at the same time is what this week’s guest was able to do. In this episode Jamie Simpson reveals how he bought and sold 6 businesses in a matter of months and what he learned in the process. This episode is a must for any…

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Stephen Brogan - The challenge of buying owner operated businesses 20:42

1y ago20:42

20:42

Understanding the culture of a business is critical to the success of an acquisition. Many buyers don’t perform their due diligence to ensure the structure of the team is going to make the acquisition succeed. Stephen Brogan has experienced both sides of the coin in successful and unsuccessful acquisitions for this very reason. In this episode he g…

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Rachel Collar – How employee culture helps successful acquisitions 34:46

1y ago34:46

34:46

When buying a business through acquisition knowing the people involved is crucial to its success. That’s where HR comes in. Knowing what you are inheriting from a legal and cultural perspective is something anyone buying a business needs to understand. Rachel Collar is the Founder of Haus of HR, an HR consulting and executive coaching business. Aft…

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The One Without Ashley (Sean's Wife) 23:35

1y ago23:35

23:35

Sean and Ashley return for a sixth series of the popular podcast where comedians discuss posts from Mumsnet and AITA forums. In episode seven, Ashley is unable to record and Sean's wife comes on as a guest for a short bonus episode where she immediately makes a Borat joke and we talk about Steve Aoki, things you do for your crush, Vegas, and groomz…

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Adam Lawrence – How to build a 7 figure EBITDA through property and acquisition 34:30

1y ago34:30

34:30

Have you ever thought about acquisition through joint ventures? Having the right infrastructure and information is key to make this work. In this episode Adam Lawrence talks about his successes and failures in joint ventures as well as why people should consider the joint venture option. Adam has acquired more than a dozen limited companies includi…

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The Best of Are We Being Unreasonable? 44:45

1y ago44:45

44:45

Sean and Ashley return for a sixth series of the popular podcast where comedians discuss posts from Mumsnet and AITA forums. We will be back next week with a brand new episode, but in the meantime, Sean Wilkie and Ashley Storrie present the Are We Being Unreasonable Greatest Hits, including appearances from Viv Gee, Tony Goodall, Raymond Mearns, Ho…

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Francis West – How cyber breaches have cost businesses over £1.4m 35:45

1y ago35:45

35:45

Cyber security attacks can cost your business millions. £1.4 million to be exact. In this episode you’ll find out why cyber security is not only important for your business but also to ensure it is safe to buy a business. Francis West is here to share his experiences when the worst can happen as well as how to make your business cyber safe. Francis…

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The Alabama Wet Wipe (Kirsty Strain & John Stuart) 50:14

1y ago50:14

50:14

Sean and Ashley return for a sixth series of the popular podcast where comedians discuss posts from Mumsnet and AITA forums. In the fifth episode of the series, we talk to actress Kirsty Strain and Writer/Actor/Producer John Stuart about ASMR, village fights, naughty neighbours, and what’s in the box?! Also, the Alabama Wet Wipe, Ashley’s dog ashes…

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Perry Newton – Is your brand ready for sale? 34:38

1+ y ago34:38

34:38

Asking the right questions is essential for anyone thinking of selling their business. It is the only way to find out if your brand is truly ready for sale. In this episode Perry Newton discusses his experiences within the acquisition space to help you make sure your brand is well positioned to sell. Perry Newton is a Marketing and Sales expert wit…

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I'd Rather Have a Bowl of Goblin Pies (Stuart Mitchell) 45:32

1+ y ago45:32

45:32

Sean and Ashley return for a sixth series of the popular podcast where comedians discuss posts from Mumsnet and AITA forums. In the fourth episode of the series, we talk to fantastic comedian Stuart Mitchell about inappropriate In-Laws, Star Trek with cursing, Abbe Clancy's love for Goblin Pies, how Sean misses lockdown and none of us like going ou…

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