Young Couple Builds Generational Wealth By Buying A Business With SBA Loan with Meredith and Michael Schlinkert

In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, Casey Minshew and Feras Moussa interview Michael and Meredith Schlinkert, owners of BackgroundConnect, as they share their journey of acquiring a background screening company in Houston. They discuss their backgrounds, the search process for the right business, the challenges they faced during the acquisition, and their strategies for growth in the first year.  

The conversation highlights the importance of having the right team, understanding the business landscape, and building strong client relationships. They also reflect on their experiences and offer advice for aspiring entrepreneurs looking to make similar moves in the business world. 

In this episode:

• How Michael and Meredith Schlinkert navigated the business acquisition process while maintaining full-time jobs. 

• The challenges of entering the background screening industry and how they adapted. 

• Key strategies for post-acquisition growth, including technology investments and client relationships. 

• How they financed their acquisition using self-raised equity and an SBA loan.

You can contact Meredith Schlinkert at [email protected]  

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