Acquiring Minds

16 Months to Exit: Cleaning Up in Street Sweeping


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Manny Saxena quickly bought 3 street-sweeping businesses to become the largest player in NorCal. A big PE fund noticed. 

Topics in Manny’s interview:

  • The importance of maintaining a strong pipeline during search
  • Why he chose a street-sweeping business during COVID
  • The transition into running a blue-collar business and motivating the team
  • Why he recommends in-person conversations with sellers
  • Advice for other immigrants in business
  • The importance of attitude and soft skills in hiring
  • Managing long-term contracts in an inflationary environment
  • The decision to sell the business to a private equity firm
  • The pros and cons of having a union presence
  • His ongoing roll-up strategy in the solar industry

References and how to contact Manny:

  • LinkedIn
  • HBR Case Study: Swept Up in Uncertainty at PowerSweeping
  • Mars Equity Partners

Connect with A-players who can run your business remotely:

  • More Staffing

 Get complimentary due diligence on your acquisition's insurance & benefits program:

  • Oberle Risk Strategies - Search Fund Team

Connect with Acquiring Minds:

  • See past + future interviews on the YouTube channel
  • Connect with host Will Smith on LinkedIn
  • Follow Will on Twitter
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