A $6M Cashflow Business Built in 18 Months

In this episode, the hosts dissect a $25M listing for an ultra-premium executive networking platform with jaw-dropping EBITDA—and even more jaw-dropping red flags. Business Listing – https://www.websiteclosers.com/businesses/prestigious-networking-platform-for-entrepreneurs-business-owners-high-net-worth-individuals-6x-growth-trends-in-2025-34-us-chapters-scaling-to-100/114587/ Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them. Subscribe for more episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@AcquisitionsAnonymousPodcast?sub_confirmation=1 Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://www.acquanon.com/newsletter Connect with us on Social Media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/acquanon LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/acquanon 👋 Follow the Hosts Michael Girdley – Entrepreneur & investor. Twitter: https://twitter.com/girdley Bill D’Alessandro – CEO of Elements Brands. Twitter: https://twitter.com/BillDA Heather Endresen – SBA lending expert & advisor. Twitter: https://twitter.com/EndresenHeather Mills Snell – Small business investor & advisor. Twitter: https://twitter.com/thegeneralmills 💼 Sponsored by Verivend — Designed for independent sponsors and private investors, Verivend eliminates friction in capital movement. From capital calls to distributions, manage your entire investment process with instant, secure payments and automated reconciliation—no transaction limits. It’s like Venmo for dealmakers. Learn more at https://www.verivend.com 🧠 Powered by Acquisition Lab — Founded by Harvard MBA Walker Deibel, Acquisition Lab is your blueprint for buying a business. Get expert guidance, world-class resources, and a community of serious buyers to help you navigate search, diligence, and acquisition with confidence. Apply now at https://www.acquisitionlab.com This week, the team analyzes a high-flying luxury executive networking platform seeking $25M for a business doing $6.4M in cash flow on $8.9M in revenue—all built since 2023. With tiered memberships ranging from $3,750 to $30,000, and claims of 62% net margins and explosive 6X growth projections, the deal promises plenty—but also raises some eyebrows. Key Highlights: - Asking price: $25M, Cash Flow: $6.4M, Revenue: $8.9M - Founded in 2023 with only 4 employees - Explosive growth claims: 6X revenue by 2025 - Tiered memberships: $3,750–$30,000 annually - Major churn/transition risk and potential dependence on influencer/celebrity appeal