Exitwise Productions

Rachel Murphy has been an entrepreneur since she was 12 years old, when she hired her mates to wash cars and kept a cut for herself. That early instinct for building things led her to launch an e-learning systems training academy in her 20s. Then she did it again, building a consulting firm that led large-scale digital transformation for the UK's National Health Service, including standing up the country's Covid-19 digital testing infrastructure.

In this episode, Rachel talks about what it was like to sell her second business to a competitor she'd been building a relationship with for years, she shares the emotional reality of running an M&A process while simultaneously managing day-to-day operations, and talks about the steep learning curve of selling to a listed company. 

Rachel also opens up about life after exit, from a period of deep self-discovery to building The Grafter, a methodology and service designed to help founders grow revenue, raise capital, and prepare for an exit on their terms. After approaching 42 companies and signing 21, Rachel proved the model works. Today, Rachel is paying it forward as an Exited Founder with Exitwise, bringing her experience as a two-time exited founder to help fellow entrepreneurs navigate M&A transactions. She and Brian also announce a brand-new global partnership between Exitwise and The Grafter. 

If you're a founder thinking about selling your business, this one's for you.

Learn more about Rachel: https://exitwise.com/founders/rachel-murphy
Thinking about selling your business? Visit https://exitwise.com

What is Exitwise Productions?

Exitwise Productions is your one-stop shop for M&A education, real-world exit stories, and expert insights. Whether you're a founder planning to sell, a business owner exploring your options, or just looking to understand how mergers and acquisitions really work.

The Wise Exit · Host Todd Sullivan, M&A Advisor and Exitwise CEO & Co-founder, brings you in-depth conversations with founders and former business owners who've sold to some of the top acquirers in the world, alongside focused masterclasses and expert guidance on the M&A process. From business valuations and quality of earnings to choosing the right M&A advisor or investment banker for your deal, The Wise Exit breaks it all down.

The Exited Founder Podcast · Hear first-hand exit journeys from successful founders across dozens of industries who are now paying it forward as M&A advisors with Exitwise. Every episode features an exited founder sharing what they wish they'd done differently, their take on current industry trends, and the lessons they're bringing to help the next generation of business owners maximize their exits. Meet the advisors and explore the Exited Founder Marketplace at exitwise.com/exited-founders

Whether you're years away from selling or already exploring a transaction, Exitwise Productions gives you the insights, strategies, and real-world perspective to get the exit you deserve.

Learn more at exitwise.com