Nick Akers had a vision for supportive, employee-first leadership. Buying a business enables him to realize this vision.Topics in Nick’s interview:His background as an inventorHow the TV show Succession mirrors real lifeWhy he chose Swiss search accelerator NovastoneWhat motivates him more than moneyHis focus on building a positive company cultureThe MSP industry and its appeal for searchersHis plan for bolt-ons in the MSP industryThe importance of cash flow and working capitalHis first 2 months as CEOWhy he likes having investorsReferences and how to contact Nick:LinkedInSTL CommunicationsNovastone Capital AdvisorsEverybody Matters: The Extraordinary Power of Caring for Your People Like Family by Bob Chapman and Raj SisodiaStart with Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action by Simon SinekGet a complementary pre-acquisition HR & PEO review for your target business:Contact [email protected] or visit Aspen HRGet complimentary due diligence on your acquisition's insurance & benefits program:Oberle Risk Strategies - Search Fund TeamConnect with Acquiring Minds:See past + future interviews on the YouTube channelConnect with host Will Smith on LinkedInFollow Will on Twitter
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