AM&AA Podcast
M&A Access Episode 20 – What Founders Get Wrong About M&A—and How to Get It Right
by John Abel / March 5, 2026
On this episode of M&A Access, Gina Gallutia speaks with Joe Applebaum, CEO of Calm HR. Joe reflects on his entrepreneurial journey—from founding and exiting a company to the personal considerations behind major decisions. He also shares insights on building and communicating a strong value proposition, the importance of self-awareness for founders navigating M&A, and his current focus on mentoring the next generation within his family business.
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