Private equity is flooding into the landscaping industry, but why now? In this episode, Morgan from Breakwater M&A breaks down the massive shift in investor focus and what it means for blue-collar entrepreneurs.
We talk about:
• Why landscaping is suddenly a hot investment target
• How AI is pushing investors out of tech and into real-world businesses
• The “golden era” of exits—and how to avoid leaving money on the table
• The real reason most contractors can’t sell their business (and how to fix it)
• What makes your company irresistible to buyers—and how to get top dollar
If you’re running a landscape business and thinking about your future, this is the episode you can’t afford to skip.
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The LeanScaper Podcast is where serious landscape leaders go to grow.
If you want new school systems for an old school industry, expertly crafted interviews with world class experts, endless inspiration you’ve come to the right place.
Hosted by Benji Carlson and Mark Bradley. New Episodes release every Monday, on every platform.