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We help scale ups identify M&A targets with strategic fit and low integration risk.

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We develop high output companies that deploy profitable growth strategies.

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POOLSIDE FOR M&A

Find better targets and minimize integration risk

More than half of M&A integrations fail. Often because of misidentified targets or unrealistic integration expectations. Having led multiple companies and integrations, we know what to look for and can identify problems before you ever sign the deal.

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POOLSIDE VENTURE STUDIO

Building High Output Businesses

We build companies the new way. Lean, AI-powered, and designed for profitability from day one. Our approach prioritizes efficiency, automation, and scalable growth.

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Small teams aiming for big results.
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Powered by AI and product-led principles
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Unlimited runway through profitability
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How We Work

We apply the same principles to our M&A search as we do when building businesses. We believe these principles are essential for achieving long-term success, regardless of the stage of the business. Does this align with your approach? Let’s connect!

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Intentional Strategy

We craft strategies based on a data-driven understanding of the market. We stay focused and resist distractions from unsolicited M&A offers or shifts in investor sentiment that don’t align with long-term success.

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Profitable Models

We look for sustainable business models ideally with positive EBITDA.  We avoid high burn, vanity metrics, and playing the short game.

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Efficient Growth

We look for scalable growth models with healthy unit economics. When we find them, we go all in. We avoid growth-at-all-costs and prioritizing scale over profitability.

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Powered by AI

We use AI in everything we do. It i efficiency, accelerates research, and sharpens decision-making, allowing us to move faster and with greater precision.

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