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In this episode of the BulkLoads Podcast, guest Dusty Clevenger of Ascendant Partners shares his seasoned insights on private equity in agribusiness, exploring its varied investment focuses and the integration of leadership teams. He reveals how strategic acquisitions preserve legacy, drawing from his innovative work at AgSpring and the significance of faith-driven business models in fostering genuine growth and community impact.
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What is "Buying and Selling Grain Companies" about?
In this episode of the BulkLoads Podcast, guest Dusty Clevenger of Ascendant Partners shares his seasoned insights on private equity in agribusiness, exploring its varied investment focuses and the integration of leadership teams.
What topics does this episode cover?
This episode covers Send truck photos for online feature., Podcast discusses business acquisitions and Dusty's experiences., Defining company identity and identifying opportunities., Completed merger and market process, successful transaction., Private equity shifts focus from customers to growth., Balancing community impact and financial sustainability., Inadequate grain infrastructure; offered supportive partnership., and Focus on ag, renewable fuels, plant construction., and more. Use the chapter timestamps to jump to any section.
How long is this episode?
This episode runs about 57 min, and was released Nov 8, 2024.
Where can I listen to "Buying and Selling Grain Companies"?
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