Insights of a Maverick Investment Banker: My lessons for business owners about selling entrepreneurial companies in Central Eastern Europe

by Steve (Istvan) Preda, Ákos Kiss (Illustrator), Zoltán Ember (Illustrator)

This book represents a collection of articles the author wrote for the Firm Value newsletter between 2007 and 2012, some of which have never been published in English before. His goal was to share with you his experiences in raising capital and selling companies in the challenging investment markets of Central Eastern Europe."This is a great read that covers all the bases about selling a business, including examples from the author’s experience, that are both instructing and entertaining. Having read this short book, I am in a much better place to consider the factors that go into a business sale decision. If you are thinking of buying a business, or own one that you might one day sell, I highly recommend this book.” Jeremy Ford - Owner/President, RVA Restoration"I have started, built and sold a multi-million dollar business and then used the proceeds towards purchasing a similar sized, 30-year old business in a different industry. Some of what I read in Insights of a Maverick Investment Banker, resonated with my own experience, and I found the rest of the book fresh, eye opening and insightful. I would have done a better job of both selling my previous business and buying my new company had I read this book beforehand, which is chock-full of insights that are crucial for both the aspiring- and the seasoned entrepreneur."Rob White - President, FASTSIGNS of Central Virginia"This book describes several scenarios that we ran into while working on mergers and acquisition transactions for three different businesses that I was either selling or trying to purchase. The author’s assessments and analyses into the motivations of both parties is spot on. Whether you are buying or selling a business, or simply interested in the topic, I would highly recommend you pick up a copy of Insights of a Maverick Investment Banker."Shane Burnette - Division President, Schell Brothers

78 pages, Kindle Edition

Published November 8, 2017

Reviews

[Patrick Burke · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful short book where Steve Preda takes his real world experience and thoughts written during a world wide financial whirlwind and provides wonderful insight to those looking for a historic perspective as well as his personal experience and insight into building and growing your business.