Acquiring Minds

Saying No to CEO Roles, Yes to Ownership


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Accomplished CEO Marci LaRouech sought to build a business without investor pressure. A sub $1m HR firm was the way.

Topics in Marci’s interview:

  • Leading Makai HR through growth and exit as CEO
  • 2 reasons she likes project work
  • Comparing HR consulting and PEO business models
  • Acquiring Seay HR with 40% seller financing
  • Leveraging associations and networks for client growth
  • Building a strong team for high-touch HR service
  • Growth in fractional HR work
  • Becoming the leading HR firm for the pest control industry
  • How AI can be useful for human resources
  • Ease of hiring in HR

References and how to contact Marci:

  • LinkedIn
  • [email protected]
  • Seay HR
  • Seay HR ETA for Searchers
  • Iris Levine on Acquiring Minds: $6m Business, 3 Minutes From Childhood Home

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  • Pioneer Capital Advisory

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Connect with Acquiring Minds:

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

Edited by Anton Rohozov
Produced by Pam Cameron

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