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Growing EBITDA is the ultimate podcast for middle-market business leaders who want to scale profits, optimize operations, and unlock growth. Packed with actionable strategies, real-world case studies, and expert insights, each episode provides tools to master M&A, streamline processes, and maximize value.
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S2E15 Advantages of Using Interim Management to Navigate Talent Shortages
Episode Title: Interim Management: Solving Talent Gaps with Speed, Flexibility, and ImpactEpisode Description:In this episode of Growing EBITDA, Mike and I unpack the growing demand for interim…
S2E14 The Hidden Costs of Bad Integration Post-Acquisition
In this episode of Growing EBITDA, Mike McSweeney and James Bandy dive into the high-stakes world of post-merger integration (PMI). Drawing from real-life experiences—including energy drinks in…
S2E13 AI Tools for Middle Market Operations - Hype vs Real Value
In this episode of Growing EBITDA, Mike McSweeney and James Bandy explore the real-world applications—and limitations—of AI in middle-market businesses. Drawing from boardroom conversations, client…
S2E12 Cybersecurity at the Board Level: How to Address Risks and Align Strategy
In this episode of Growing EBITDA, Mike and James take a deep dive into cybersecurity at the board level—why it matters, how to communicate risks effectively, and the critical steps businesses should…
S2E11 The First 100 Days: How Private Equity Creates Value Fast
In this episode of Growing EBITDA, Mike and James break down the critical first 100 days after a private equity firm acquires a business. What happens once the ink is dry? How do PE firms drive value…
S2E10 Introduction to Value Creation Plans (VCPs) in Private Equity
In this episode of "Growing EBITDA," hosts James Bandy and Mike McSweeney dive deep into the intricacies of Value Creation Plans (VCPs) within the private equity landscape. They share their expert…
S2E9 Warehouse Optimization, Hidden Costs, and Laying the Foundation for Improvements
In this episode of Growing EBITDA, Mike and I sit down with James Lowe, a Director at TriVista, to explore the fundamentals of warehouse optimization. We break down how optimizing warehouse…
S2E8 Sell Side Due Diligence
In this episode of "Growing EBITDA," hosts Mike McSweeney and James Bandy dive into the intricacies of sell-side due diligence, a crucial process for business leaders, private equity professionals,…
S2E7 Tariffs Are Reshaping Private Equity Deals – Are You Ready?
Episode Title: Tariffs & M&A: Navigating Uncertainty in 2025In this episode of Growing EBITDA, Mike McSweeney and James Bandy break down the impact of tariffs on middle-market businesses and…
S2E6 An Introduction to Private Equity
In this insightful episode of "Growing EBITDA," hosts James Bandy and Mike McSweeney take a deep dive into the world of private equity. They share their personal journeys from industry into the to…
S2E5 PSA: Inadequate ERP Systems Impact the Bottom Line
In this episode of “Growing EBITDA,” Mike McSweeney and James Bandy deliver a crucial Public Service Announcement (PSA) on the hidden costs of inadequate ERP systems and their impact on the bottom…
S2E4 Benefits of ERP Systems for Middle Market Companies
In this episode of "Growing EBITDA," hosts Mike McSweeney and James Bandy dive into the transformative power of ERP systems for middle-market businesses. They discuss the significant efficiency…
S2E3 Understanding ERP Systems
In this episode of "Growing EBITDA," hosts James Bandy and Mike McSweeney dive into the world of ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) systems and their critical role in driving middle-market growth.…
S2E1 Cybersecurity: Protecting Your Digital Assets
In this episode of Growing EBITDA, we dive into the critical topic of cybersecurity and its growing importance for middle-market companies. With cybercrime projected to cost the world $10.5 trillion…
S2E2 The Importance of IT Due Diligence in M&A
In this episode of "Growing EBITDA," we dive into the critical role of IT diligence in private equity investments. Our hosts, James and Mike, discuss why IT diligence has become an essential work…
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Growing EBITDA has published 16 episodes since November 2024, covering topics in Business, Technology.
Growing EBITDA is currently dormant with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 30m.