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Episode 32, Part 2 - Jon Macintosh: Why Most Acquisitions Fail After Completion
Episode 32, Part 2 - Jon Macintosh: Why Most Acquisitions Fail After Completion
Acquiring businesses is easy. Integrating them successfully is where value is created or destroyed. In part 2 of this episode, Jon “Tosh” Macintosh explains Saltus' approach to acquisitions, the importance of cultural fit, why honesty wins deals, and how leadership teams can scale without creating operational fragility. The discussion concludes with practical lessons on culture, growth constraints and building a business designed to last.