10X Vets December 2025: Acquisition & Exits Circle Recap
- 10X Vets
- Dec 17, 2025
- 2 min read
Updated: Dec 18, 2025
This month in the 10X Vets Acquisitions & Exits Circle led by Jake Dulle, members explored the critical framework of building effective deal teams for M&A success.
The session focused on assembling the right mix of specialists who not only bring expertise, but also work well together and align with your leadership style. True success comes from building a team that functions cohesively, more like a well-coached football team than a lineup of disconnected all-stars.
Dave shared his real-world experience managing multiple simultaneous acquisitions, highlighting the complexity of coordinating sellers' personalities, ensuring cultural fit between rolling equity partners, and managing staggered closings. Steve reinforced the importance of early tax planning, noting most sellers wait too long to structure optimal exit strategies.
The group also discussed practical vetting questions for service providers, structuring QOV engagements with staged payments and exit ramps, and finding thought-sparring partners who can guide you through the three distinct phases: sales/sourcing, project management, and operational leadership.
What is 10X Vets?
The 10X Vets community is a dynamic, multifaceted network designed to elevate the success of business owners, real estate professionals, and investors through targeted circles focused on different industries and stages of growth.
What is the Acquisitions & Exits Circle?
The circle serves members actively engaged in buying, selling, or advising on business transactions. Whether you’re an M&A professional, business owner, investor, or service provider, this is your hub to connect, strategize, and capitalize on real opportunities. We concentrate on deal flow, due diligence, valuations, financing, and building referral partnerships that deliver results. If acquisitions and exits drive your business, this is your community.