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Cannabis and Ownership: Exploring ESOP Strategies with Darren Gleeman
Manage episode 410763930 series 2417550
Cannabis and Ownership: Exploring ESOP Strategies with Darren Gleeman
In this episode of "Thinking Outside the Bud," Bruce Eckfeldt welcomes Darren Gleeman, a financial expert renowned for his ESOP knowledge and financial acumen. Darren serves as the Managing Partner of MBO Ventures, bringing with him a wealth of experience in various ventures, including e-Coupons, GMD Trading, and GB Trading. He is highly regarded for his expertise in ESOPs and is recognized as a prolific angel investor, with notable investments in companies such as Screaming Media (NASDAQ: SCRM), Blackboard (NASDAQ: BBBB), Social Radar, ClassEdu, and Accelerant Manufacturing.
Darren's journey in finance began at Wharton, where he developed a strong foundation in quantitative modeling and the scientific method. He founded a firm that pioneered high-frequency trading platforms, demonstrating his ability to leverage technology in the financial sector.
Currently, as the managing partner of MBO Ventures, Darren leads a team that specializes in ESOP investment banking. MBO Ventures offers expertise in ESOPs and can provide capital investments alongside company owners and management teams. The firm assists in implementing various exit strategies, including family succession, management buy-outs, or complete sales to employees, ensuring tailored solutions for each client's needs.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/darrengleeman/
www.mboventures.com
435 episodes
Manage episode 410763930 series 2417550
Cannabis and Ownership: Exploring ESOP Strategies with Darren Gleeman
In this episode of "Thinking Outside the Bud," Bruce Eckfeldt welcomes Darren Gleeman, a financial expert renowned for his ESOP knowledge and financial acumen. Darren serves as the Managing Partner of MBO Ventures, bringing with him a wealth of experience in various ventures, including e-Coupons, GMD Trading, and GB Trading. He is highly regarded for his expertise in ESOPs and is recognized as a prolific angel investor, with notable investments in companies such as Screaming Media (NASDAQ: SCRM), Blackboard (NASDAQ: BBBB), Social Radar, ClassEdu, and Accelerant Manufacturing.
Darren's journey in finance began at Wharton, where he developed a strong foundation in quantitative modeling and the scientific method. He founded a firm that pioneered high-frequency trading platforms, demonstrating his ability to leverage technology in the financial sector.
Currently, as the managing partner of MBO Ventures, Darren leads a team that specializes in ESOP investment banking. MBO Ventures offers expertise in ESOPs and can provide capital investments alongside company owners and management teams. The firm assists in implementing various exit strategies, including family succession, management buy-outs, or complete sales to employees, ensuring tailored solutions for each client's needs.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/darrengleeman/
www.mboventures.com
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