In this episode, we sit down with Glenn Closson, Co-Founder of Ivanhoe Park Brewing in sunny Orlando, FL! Glenn shares the incredible journey of how Ivanhoe Park transformed from a cozy 4,000 sq ft home to a booming 14,000 sq ft powerhouse by acquiring Deadwords Brewing’s facility—all in a lightning-fast 60-day timeframe! (Quick heads up: this kind of rapid M&A is rare, so don’t set your expectations too high!)
Glenn details this bold move and shares a behind-the-scenes look of what a brewery acquisition looks like in 2024.
Highlights include:
- Why thorough valuations matter, no matter your timeline (60 days or otherwise!)
- How to approach local breweries about potential deals
- Advice on offloading equipment, winding business down, and navigating bankruptcy
This M&A chat is perfectly timed, and Glenn’s one-of-a-kind experience is packed with valuable insights you definitely won’t want to miss!
Ivanhoe Park Brewing – Website
Ivanhoe Park Brewing – Instagram