Is Owning a Business a Blessing or a Curse? | Larry Fulton, Fulton Equity
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Join host Wayne Lawrence as he sits down with Larry Fulton, Founder and Managing Principal of Fulton Equity, for a candid conversation about building, buying, and growing businesses in the lower middle market ($5M to $25M). From his first acquisition in 2003 to managing a diverse portfolio today, Larry shares hard-earned lessons on strategy, metrics, leadership, and resilience.
Discover what makes a business truly attractive to buyers, the red flags that can kill a deal, and why a strong support network is essential for entrepreneurial success. Whether you’re launching your first venture, preparing for growth, or simply curious about the private equity world, this episode offers real stories and practical wisdom you won’t want to miss.
Many thanks to this episode’s sponsor New Image Media 👉 www.newimagemedia.com
🎙️ About this Podcast Series: If you run a small business or ever thought about opening a business, this podcast is for you! In this series, host Wayne Lawrence, Business Owner and Entrepreneur, talks with local small business owners who open up about the most rewarding part of owning their business and the most significant challenges they’ve faced. He dives into the question of “Is owning your own business a blessing or a curse?” uncovering the inspiring tales of perseverance, innovation, and resilience that have shaped our local business landscape. His guests will share their insights, strategies for success, and valuable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs. Whether you are a seasoned business owner or contemplating taking that leap, these episodes will offer you invaluable wisdom and inspiration.
🎬 The Cuyahoga East Chamber of Commerce is bringing this podcast to you as part of its Small Business Series.
😳 If you own a small business and are interested in being a podcast guest, visit https://cuyahogaeastchamber.org/getbooked/
Fulton Equity: fultonequity.com
Special thanks to Wayne Lawrence, owner of Weiss Movers, for hosting today’s talk: www.weissmovers.com
🎬 Produced for Cuyahoga East Chamber of Commerce by New Image Media, Inc. www.newimagemedia.com
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