High Stakes

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Paige Soya

18 July 2024

24m 34s

Industry Dive's Expansion Strategy and Exit with Founder Sean Griffey

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In Episode 11 of High Stakes, Paige Soya interviews Sean Griffey, CEO of Industry Dive. Griffey discusses Industry Dive's journey from bootstrap beginnings to a company with $100 million in revenue and over 400 employees, culminating in its acquisition by Falfurrias Capital. He emphasizes the importance of preparation and cultural fit in acquisitions. Griffey also shares insights into Industry Dive's subsequent acquisition by Informa in 2022, navigating the transition from private equity ownership to being part of a large public corporation, and the opportunities and challenges it brought.