For those who wore the uniform in any service these things defined our job from the strategic to the tactical level; we oriented our actions on these things. So now what… the uniform hangs in the closet and you got another mission… running a business. So let me set the
When business owners begin exploring an exit — or when veterans and athletes step into entrepreneurship through acquisition — the first questions are almost always financial. What’s the valuation? What’s the multiple? How much will I walk away with? Those questions matter. But here’s the truth no one tells you:
I was scrolling Instagram this morning and caught an interview that stopped me in my tracks. The topic? Immigrant families buying motels. They’d move into two units, run every job themselves—front desk, cleaning, maintenance—and use that model to undercut competitors on price. Over time, they built wealth, built credit, and
In today’s fast-paced and ever-evolving business landscape, change comes rapidly from every direction. Technology advancements, global economic shifts, and unexpected challenges can leave many small business owners feeling overwhelmed. In times like these, having the ability to adapt quickly is crucial to staying afloat. But while countless entrepreneurs struggle with
San Diego, CA
San Diego State University
November 10, 2026
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Webinar Series Owners In Honor® Buyers Basecamp November 19, 2026 Click Learn More to register today
Patrick Flood reflects on Special Forces selection, the brother he lost before they could finish an argument, and the quiet question so many veterans carry after the uniform comes off: did it matter?
As credit tightens on otherwise healthy Main Street businesses, Patrick Flood and veteran business broker Michael Shea explain why seller financing — one of the oldest tools in business acquisition — is becoming essential again, and how to structure it right.
Alpine, CA
Covert Canyon Ranch
March 7, 2027
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Alpine, CA
Covert Canyon Ranch
March 7, 2027
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