Building Value Before the Exit: Seller's Corner with Mark Nardone, Blue Cow Software

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Mark Nardone | Blue Cow Software| Former President In this Seller's Corner episode, Mark Nardone, President of Blue Cow Software, shares the story behind building - and ultimately selling - a niche SaaS company serving the fuel and energy industry. Mark reflects on an early acquisition attempt that nearly closed and then fell apart, what that experience taught him about valuation, buyer intent, and timing, and how focusing on recurring revenue fundamentally changed how buyers viewed the business. He also discusses why choosing the right buyer mattered more than maximizing price, how experienced advisors helped manage friction during negotiations, and what life looks like after the transaction - including why reduced stress became the most meaningful outcome.

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