About fall conferences: Southeast Entrepreneurship through Acquisition Conference 2025 Buy Then Build Summit McguireWoods Independent Sponsor Conference M &A Launchpad's Fall Show (use ACQUIRINGMINDS for a discount) Despite tight search criteria, Daniel Batista found a business that excited him. The eye-popping margins were a bonus. Topics in Daniel’s interview: His experience in the film industry Launching a Latino media brand Searching for a fun business Acquiring an indoor playground LA demographics are perfect for this business High initial installation costs but 50% EBITDA margins Candeeland Kids’ unique franchising structure Surprisingly low maintenance costs Teenage hourly labor Adding an arcade to his location References and how to contact Daniel: LinkedIn Candeeland Kids Downey Shell Zhang on Acquiring Minds: Awakening to Entrepreneurship to Buy a Not-Boring Business Sam Rosati on Acquiring Minds: How to Shorten Your Search: Big 3, Little 2 Work with an SBA loan team focused exclusively on helping entrepreneurs buy businesses: Pioneer Capital Advisory Get complimentary due diligence on your acquisition's insurance & benefits program: Oberle Risk Strategies - Search Fund Team Get a free review of your books & financial ops from System Six (a $500 value): Book a call with Tim or
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