Unlock the Secrets to Organized Business Finances

98% of the time, outdated financial records turn off potential buyers… How can you ensure your business stands out in a competitive market? In this episode, Michael Frew, entrepreneur and expert in business acquisitions, shares invaluable tips on structuring deals, organizing finances, and navigating the dynamic world of mergers and acquisitions. In this episode, you’ll […]
The Liberty Company Welcomes Frederick DeFinis as Senior Vice President, Commercial Lines

GAINESVILLE, FLA. –June 26, 2024 — The Liberty Company Insurance Brokers (Liberty) is proud to announce the appointment of Frederick DeFinis as Senior Vice President, Commercial Lines. DeFinis, with over a decade of experience in the insurance industry, has a remarkable history of success. His career began at ADP in 2009, where he successfully sold […]
The Liberty Company Insurance Brokers Ranks Among Highest-Scoring Businesses on Inc.’s Annual List of Best Workplaces for 2024

GAINESVILLE, FLA. – June 18, 2024 —The Liberty Company Insurance Brokers (Liberty) is proud to announce its inclusion on Inc.’s annual 2024 Best Workplaces list. Prominently featured on Inc.com, the list is the result of a comprehensive measurement of American companies that have excelled in creating exceptional workplaces and company cultures, whether operating in a […]
Discover Unity Partners’ Recipe for Long-Term Success

Are you ready to dive into the strategies behind building thriving businesses and impactful partnerships? Discover how partnering with the right leaders can transform companies and markets. In this episode, John Block, co-founder and CEO of Unity Partners, takes us through his fascinating journey from childhood aspirations to leading a game-changing firm that builds better […]
How to Drive Long-Term Success in Mergers and Acquisitions

Are you ready to transform the way you think about mergers and acquisitions? Discover the secrets to a clean exit and the revolutionary approach of conscious capitalism in this enlightening episode of M&A Masters. Join host Patrick Stroth, an expert in executive and transactional liability, as he welcomes Sunny Vanderbeck, co-founder and managing partner of […]
The Liberty Company Welcomes Katie Pope as Vice President, Executive Lines

GAINESVILLE, FLA. –May 24, 2024 —The Liberty Company Insurance Brokers (Liberty) is proud to announce the appointment of Katie Pope, Esq. as Vice President, Executive Lines. With a distinguished career in insurance, Pope brings a wealth of expertise, particularly in cyber coverage, to her new role. Her journey in the insurance industry began at Lockton, […]
4 Reasons Why Buyers Should Insist on This for Every Target Under $20M EV
There is a relatively new but very effective insurance product perfect for lower middle market deals. Transaction Liability Private Enterprise (TLPE) is a Sell-side Representations and Warranty (R&W) insurance offered by CFC Underwriting. With these policies, the Seller is the Named Insured. The policy is triggered when the Seller receives notice from the Buyer that […]
The Liberty Company Partners with Ayres Brackfield Insurance

GAINESVILLE, FLA. – May 15, 2024— The Liberty Company Insurance Brokers (Liberty), one of America’s fastest-growing privately held insurance brokerages, continues its growth trajectory by announcing its recent partnership with Ayres Brackfield Insurance (ABI) of Knoxville, Tennessee. Since 1992, ABI has exemplified dedication to providing tailored insurance solutions for families and businesses alike. With a […]
The Liberty Company Honored as a Three-Time Consecutive Recipient of Insurance Business America’s Fast Brokerages Award

GAINESVILLE, FLA. – May 6, 2024 —The Liberty Company Insurance Brokers (Liberty) is proud to share that it has been named a 2024 Fast Brokerages Award Winner by Insurance Business America (IBA) for the third consecutive year. This prestigious accolade underscores Liberty’s exceptional growth trajectory and steadfast commitment to excellence in the insurance brokerage industry. […]
Unveiling the Secrets to Successful Business Exits

In this episode, I sit down with Brett Story, the founder of Britehorn Partners, a leading middle-market investment bank. They delve into Brett’s transition from corporate law to M&A, the founding and rebranding of Britehorn Partners, and why staying focused on the middle market can be more rewarding than chasing larger deals. Brett also shares […]
