Scale to Exit™ with Alejandra Santos
Are you an aspiring business owner with big dreams and a vision? Then this is your podcast. Alejandra Santos is a seasoned business owner, strategist, Fractional COFO, and Certified Exit Planner who has helped hundreds of businesses scale lean and prepare for an exit.
In this podcast, she shares the secret sauce of what makes a business valuable, interviews successful entrepreneurs, and shares mistakes so you can get the roadmap you need to build or scale your company for an exit.
Alejandra Santos is the proud owner and CEO of Into the Next Consulting™, The Educated CEO™, Comeverge™, and the Scale to Exit podcast™.
Connect with her on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/aalejandrasantos and www.thealejandrasantos.com
Is your business truly scale-ready or exit-ready? Discover the answer with our proprietary Scale and Exit Readiness Index™. Email [email protected] to schedule your assessment now!
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 50 minutes
- Episodes
- 37
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
CEO at 20, COO by 24: Victoria Pelletier on Buying Businesses and Leading with EQ
What does becoming a CEO at 20 and a COO by 24 take? For Victoria Pelletier, it’s grit, strategy, and a serious dose of emotional intelligence. In this episode of Scale to Exit, we dive into her jour…
Rebrand or Be Replaced: Patrice Williams-Lindo on Thriving in a Modern Work Jungle
Is your business having an identity crisis? Patrice Williams-Lindo, CEO of Career Nomad, joins Scale to Exit to talk surviving economic curveballs, rebranding like a pro, and her RNA Framework (no, n…
Beyond Product-Market Fit: Peter Cohan’s Value Pyramid for Strategic Growth
Product-market fit is just the beginning. In this episode, I’m joined by Peter Cohan—author, investor, and creator of the Value Pyramid—to explore what it takes to grow a business built to last. We e…
Why Timing Matters: 2025 M&A Trends to Know Prior to Exiting your Business with Alejandra Santos
Thinking about selling your business or going public? In this episode, I break down 2025 M&A and IPO trends — and why the timing of your exit could make or break your deal. We will also cover what ev…
From Startup Exit to Impact: Sofia Castillo on Tech, Leadership & Empowering Guatemala
In this episode, we sit down with Sofia Castillo, a Guatemalan innovator and entrepreneur recognized as one of Forbes' Top 100 Powerful Women in Central America. Sofia shares her journey from foundi…
Value Acceleration Strategies & Future-Proofing Your Business with Justin Goodbread
In this episode of Scale to Exit, I sit down with Justin Goodbread to discuss value acceleration strategies—what they are, why they matter, and how business owners can implement them to maximize thei…
Scale To Exit with Cherrise Curtis: Navigating Tariffs, Bootstrapping and Expanding for an Exit
In this episode of Scale to Exit, we sit down with Cherrisse Curtis to discuss the impact of tariffs and trade agreements on businesses, the pros and cons of bootstrapping versus fundraising, and key…
Maximize Your Business Value Before You Sell: Don’t Let PE Firms Take Your Profits
In this episode of Scale to Exit, we explore why waiting for a private equity (PE) firm to increase your business value after an exit is a costly mistake. Learn how to take control of your business’s…
Navigating the VC Landscape with Sarah Romanko: Her Inspiring Journey into VC as a Woman and Fundraising Tips for Founders
In this episode, I sit down with Sarah Romanko to explore her inspiring journey as a woman in the world of venture capital. Sarah shares valuable lessons from her career, offering a candid look at wh…
From Fear of Failure to Fear of Success: Embracing Your Why with Tradara McLaurine
Tradara McLaurine joins us for an inspiring conversation about redefining success, overcoming self-imposed limits, and aligning with your “why.” She shares her personal shift from fearing failure to …
Unlocking M&A Success: Scaling, Exiting, and Understanding Why the Right Type of Buyer is the Most Critical Decision You Will Make
In this episode, we sit down with David H. Crean, a seasoned mergers and acquisitions (M&A) expert, to explore the intricacies of scaling your business and positioning it for a successful exit. David…
Leading with Emotional Intelligence: Transition Your Business to a New Buyer with Sandra White"
In this episode, I sit down with Sandra White, an Internationally Certified Master Mindset Coach and expert in Emotional Intelligence (EQ), to dive into the power of emotional intelligence in leaders…
Setting up your business infrastructure for an exit with Barbara Weltman
In this episode of Scale to Exit, host Alejandra Santos and Barbara Weltman dive into the crucial steps business owners should take from the beginning to prepare for a successful exit. They explore c…
Healing for Success: How Personal Development Drives Business Valuation with Mark Mostaed
In this episode of Scale to Exit, we dive deep into the power of personal healing and development with Mark Mostaed. We explore how healing yourself is essential for making your dreams a reality and …
The Team and Company's Culture Will Either Make or Break Your Business Valuation
In this episode of Scale to Exit, we explore how strong leadership and a positive organizational culture can significantly impact the value of your business as you prepare for an exit. We use Simon …
Episode 2: Scaling Smarter part 1: "Laying the Groundwork for Scalable Success"
In this episode of Scale to Exit, we’re getting into the nitty-gritty of building a rock-solid foundation for scaling your business without losing your sanity or sacrificing quality. We start by expl…
Scale to Exit Episode 1: Introduction and Different Types of Buyers
Welcome to this fantastic community of scale-to-exit entrepreneurs. This is the platform where you will gain valuable insights, tools, and stories to help you propel forward.
Our journey begins with …