The Close M&A Podcast with Caber Hill Advisors

William J. Ching: Why the Best Deals Happen When Lawyers and Bankers Actually Talk

Text us your feedback, ideas, or topics you’d like to see in an upcoming show. [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2469135/fan_mail/new] Craig Castelli sits down with Billy Ching, chair of the private equity practice at Nelson Mullins, to break down what actually drives successful deals. They cover why communication between bankers and lawyers can make or break outcomes, how private equity has evolved for smaller businesses, and what founders should look for beyond valuation. The conversation also dives into today’s market dynamics, shifting deal structures, and where opportunities are emerging across sectors. See the full episode page and read the transcript here: https://caberhill.com/podcast/william-ching-nelson-mullins/  Listen on Apple [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-close-m-a-podcast-with-caber-hill-advisors/id1819772999] or Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/10cSTQPKWgn9vMafyFH6zd?si=3a812ebaae164d05]. Watch on YouTube [https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLgqe8AMKYo1hd27D9tzXTcRkfTaA_WZyl&si=l8fBrMIX_AfYJ4RB]. Follow on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/caber-hill-advisors]. Connect with Caber Hill Advisors [https://caberhill.com/connect/].

Michael J. Murray, CFA, CFP®, CAIA: Personalized Counsel for High-End Wealth Management

Text us your feedback, ideas, or topics you’d like to see in an upcoming show. [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2469135/fan_mail/new] Craig Castelli sits down with Michael Murray of Altair Advisors to break down how business owners should think about wealth, risk, and planning before a sale. They discuss why most entrepreneurs wait too long to prepare, how to structure deals the right way, and the real tradeoffs between rollover equity and earnouts. From family dynamics to tax strategy and life after exit, this conversation offers practical insight for anyone building or planning to sell a business. Explore our full episode page [ https://caberhill.com/podcast/michael-murray-altair-advisors/]to watch a video or read a transcript of the full interview. Listen on Apple [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-close-m-a-podcast-with-caber-hill-advisors/id1819772999] or Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/10cSTQPKWgn9vMafyFH6zd?si=3a812ebaae164d05]. Watch on YouTube [https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLgqe8AMKYo1hd27D9tzXTcRkfTaA_WZyl&si=l8fBrMIX_AfYJ4RB]. Follow on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/caber-hill-advisors]. Connect with Caber Hill Advisors [https://caberhill.com/connect/].

Ericka L. Adler: Regulatory and Transactional Healthcare Law

Text us your feedback, ideas, or topics you’d like to see in an upcoming show. [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2469135/fan_mail/new] Ericka Adler, healthcare attorney at Roetzel & Andress, joins Craig Castelli to break down how private equity has reshaped healthcare M&A. They discuss the rise of PE buyers, what physicians often underestimate in the diligence process, and why many deals fall apart after closing. Ericka shares practical advice on preparing for a sale, navigating negotiations, and protecting what matters beyond the purchase price. The conversation also explores shifting deal structures, evolving market conditions, and what the next few years could look like for healthcare transactions. Explore our full episode page [https://caberhill.com/podcast/ericka-adler-roetzel-and-andress/] to watch a video or read a transcript of the full interview. Listen on Apple [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-close-m-a-podcast-with-caber-hill-advisors/id1819772999] or Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/10cSTQPKWgn9vMafyFH6zd?si=3a812ebaae164d05]. Watch on YouTube [https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLgqe8AMKYo1hd27D9tzXTcRkfTaA_WZyl&si=l8fBrMIX_AfYJ4RB]. Follow on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/caber-hill-advisors]. Connect with Caber Hill Advisors [https://caberhill.com/connect/].

Brendan Anderson: PE Dedicated to Scaling Small Businesses

Text us your feedback, ideas, or topics you’d like to see in an upcoming show. [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2469135/fan_mail/new] Brendan Anderson, founder of ScaleCo, joins Craig Castelli to break down what it really takes to turn small, founder-led businesses into scalable growth companies. They discuss why people, not strategy, drive success, how infrastructure and data unlock value, and why many business owners underestimate the work required to grow. Brendan also shares how ScaleCo partners with companies long before investing, and why staying focused in the Midwest has been key to their model. It’s a candid look at private equity, operational discipline, and building businesses that last. See the full episode page and read the transcript here: https://caberhill.com/podcast/brendan-anderson-pe-dedicated-to-scaling-small-businesses Listen on Apple [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-close-m-a-podcast-with-caber-hill-advisors/id1819772999] or Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/10cSTQPKWgn9vMafyFH6zd?si=3a812ebaae164d05]. Watch on YouTube [https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLgqe8AMKYo1hd27D9tzXTcRkfTaA_WZyl&si=l8fBrMIX_AfYJ4RB]. Follow on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/caber-hill-advisors]. Connect with Caber Hill Advisors [https://caberhill.com/connect/].

Scott Becker: From Deal Advisor to Principal

Text us your feedback, ideas, or topics you’d like to see in an upcoming show. [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2469135/fan_mail/new] In this episode Craig is joined by Scott Becker, founder of Becker's Healthcare [https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/], host of Becker Private Equity & Business Podcast [https://beckerprivateequityandbusiness.com/], author of The Entrepreneur's Edge [https://beckerprivateequityandbusiness.com/the-entrepreneurs-edge/], and partner at McGuireWoods [https://www.mcguirewoods.com/]. Scott shares lessons from selling Becker’s Healthcare and his decades in M&A. He breaks down why founders need the right advisors, how to run a business during a deal process, and the biggest mistakes owners make. They also discuss today’s M&A market, valuation gaps, and what drives successful exits. Plus, Scott shares insights on building businesses, creating content, and balancing passion with profitability. Explore the full episode page to watch a video or read a transcript of the full interview: https://caberhill.com/podcast/scott-becker-beckers-healthcare-private-equity-and-business-podcast/ Listen on Apple [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-close-m-a-podcast-with-caber-hill-advisors/id1819772999] or Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/10cSTQPKWgn9vMafyFH6zd?si=3a812ebaae164d05]. Watch on YouTube [https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLgqe8AMKYo1hd27D9tzXTcRkfTaA_WZyl&si=l8fBrMIX_AfYJ4RB]. Follow on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/caber-hill-advisors]. Connect with Caber Hill Advisors [https://caberhill.com/connect/].