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Is This $11M Truss Manufacturer a Solid Investment?
08 Oct 2024
In this episode of Acquisitions Anonymous, hosts Michael Girdley, Bill D’Alessandro, Heather Endresen, and Mills Snell discuss a unique business: a premier manufacturer of wooden roof and floor trusses. With over $5 million in EBITDA and $11 million in annual revenue, the group dives into the pros and cons of this construction product business located in the southeastern U.S. They explore the implications of the company’s geographic location, customer concentration, and reliance on the construction market. Plus, Mills shares insights from a similar business acquisition and how it relates to this deal.Key Points Discussed:- Geographically Moated Business: How location plays a significant role in the success of this truss manufacturing company.- Customer Concentration: The risks and opportunities of working with building supply companies and contractors.- Cyclical Industry: What happens to businesses like this one during economic downturns in the construction sector.- Trusting the Trusses: The importance of high-quality, engineered trusses in modern construction and why they are in demand.Thanks to this week’s sponsor:Acquisition Lab and their team have been longtime supporters of the pod. Acquisition Lab exists to help people buy a business and navigate all the complexities of the process, as well as provide a trusted framework, tools, and resources to support you from search to close.If you are serious about buying a business, check out acquisitionlab.com or email the Lab's director Chelsea Wood at [email protected] and mention us ;)Subscribe to weekly our Newsletter and get curated deals in your inboxAdvertise with us by clicking here Do you love Acquanon and want to see our smiling faces? Subscribe to our Youtube channel. Do you enjoy our content? Rate our show! Follow us on Twitter @acquanon Learnings about small business acquisitions and operations. For inquiries or suggestions, email us at [email protected]
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