When it comes time to sell your business, it helps to know what an acquiring company is interested in. Ben Cosgrove shares his experiences as a serial acquirer with insights that apply to any F&B company. This deep discussion goes into the criteria that his company considers when looking at making an acquisition, the importance of the product and other factors, stories on why they have made certain acquisitions, the factors that go into the attractiveness of a company being considered, and valuation methods.

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Learn More:

• Bimbo Bakeries USA Acquires National Choice Bakery in Minnesota
• Bakery Industry M&A
• Johnson Bros. Bakery Supply, Inc. Acquires Aphrodite Divine Confections in Texas
• The Food and Beverage M&A Update

Additional Resources:

• Download a free PDF copy of The Art of The Exit: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Business.
• Purchase your copy now of A Beginner’s Guide to Business Valuation | The Exit Strategy Handbook | Closing the Deal | Acquired
• Planning to sell your business? Schedule a free consultation today.
• To suggest guests, topics, or questions for future podcast episodes, contact Morgan & Westfield.
• Contact Morgan & Westfield to request a free copy of Jacob Orosz's latest book, Food and Beverage M&A: An Insider's Guide to Selling a Food or Beverage Business.

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