Growing a GC from $1m to $14m, Remotely
Growing a GC from $1m to $14m, Remotely  
Podcast: Acquiring Minds
Published On: Thu Nov 05 2026
Description: Jason Leisey bought a two-truck federal contractor in Las Vegas from New Jersey, two months before COVID hit.Register for the webinar: Franchisor Diligence 101 for Searchers - TODAY!! - https://bit.ly/4szlXaWTopics in Jason’s interview:Military service, Iraq injury, and recoveryLeaving Wall Street for more family timeLosing a deal to a SpaceX supplierRisks of subcontractingJason takes 51%, sellers retain 18% eachRan the business remotely with on-site partnersBuilding rapport with field employeesTaking a vacation to test operationsLong-term plans for liquidity and exitExploring a new vegetation-management businessReferences and how to contact Jason:LinkedInAventus NVContact Jenny to learn how Engage can run people operations in your acquisition:Jenny Thear: jthear@engagepeo.comGet a free review of your books & financial ops from System Six (a $500 value):Book a call with Tim or hello@systemsix.com and mention Acquiring MindsGet a complimentary IT audit for acquisition diligence or post-close transition.Visit inzotechnologies.com/eta.Connect with Acquiring Minds:See past + future interviews on the YouTube channelConnect with host Will Smith on LinkedInFollow Will on TwitterEdited by Anton Rohozov and produced by Pam Cameron