2 Commas: The $multi-million exit show with Josh Comrie

• Neil Millar: NZ’s top M&A Lawyer on deals, drama, & DD!

  Neil Millar is one of New Zealand’s leading M&A lawyers with over 25 years of experience, advising on multi-million dollar deals across various industries. In this episode, Neil shares how he navigates complex transactions, the unexpected pitfalls founders face during exits, and why successful M&A requires balancing persuasion, preparation, and patience. From grumpy markets to regulatory shifts, Neil offers invaluable insights for founders, business owners, and investors preparing for their next big move.Follow me on LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.linkedin.com/in/joshcomrie⁠⁠⁠Download my e-book, "The Exit Factor: Sell your company for a life-changing sum" and sign up to receive the Business Growth Journal fortnightly: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.joshcomrie.com/the-exit-factor⁠

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• Seeby Woodhouse: A $24m exit in my 20's!

  Seeby Woodhouse, a pioneering entrepreneur in New Zealand's internet space, built Orcon from the ground up, starting at just 19 years old. In this episode, he shares how he scaled the company, navigated near-bankruptcy, and sold it in a multimillion-dollar exit before turning 30. He reflects on the lessons from that deal, the fortune he left on the table, and his journey through investments, photography, and a return to telecommunications with Voyager. A candid conversation about risk, resilience, and the highs and lows of life after a big exit.

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• Greg Young: M+A Advisor talks vendors out of selling?!

  From structuring multi-million dollar deals to navigating complex exits, Greg Young shares the insider secrets of M&A. In this episode, he breaks down the biggest red flags that kill deals, how to prepare your business for sale, and why most founders leave money on the table. Whether you're planning an exit or looking to acquire, this episode is packed with must-know insights.

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• Mike Marr: I've bought 15 companies, here's how I do it!

  From building 10 companies to executing 15 strategic acquisitions, Mike Marr shares the secrets behind scaling through M&A. In this episode, he breaks down the five-stage acquisition process, the common pitfalls buyers face, and how culture can make or break a deal. Whether you’re a founder eyeing an exit or an entrepreneur looking to grow through acquisitions, this episode is packed with invaluable insights.Follow me on LinkedIn: ⁠www.linkedin.com/in/joshcomrie⁠Download my e-book, "The Exit Factor: Sell your company for a life-changing sum" and sign up to receive the Business Growth Journal fortnightly: ⁠https://www.joshcomrie.com/the-exit-factor⁠

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• Kris Nygren: Handing from founder-to-CEO to selling!

  In this episode of Two Commas, I sit down with Kris Nygren—an expert in business strategy, governance, and scaling companies to successful exits. From leading Optimal Usability through rapid growth to navigating its acquisition by PwC, Kris shares the hard-won lessons of scaling, selling, and transitioning leadership. We explore the role of trust in high-stakes deals, the nuances of governance, and what it really takes to align business growth with a strategic exit.If you're an entrepreneur, executive, or investor thinking about scaling or selling, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.Follow me on LinkedIn: ⁠www.linkedin.com/in/joshcomrie⁠Download my e-book, "The Exit Factor: Sell your company for a life-changing sum" and sign up to receive the Business Growth Journal fortnightly: ⁠https://www.joshcomrie.com/the-exit-factor⁠

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