How to Evaluate an Existing Business to Buy with Andrea Palacio

How to Evaluate an Existing Business to Buy with Andrea Palacio

May 27, 2026 · 20 min · Episode 351

About this episode

Melinda Emerson interviews Andrea Palacio about her experience in purchasing and transforming a business, discussing challenges and strategies involved.

In this episode, Melinda Emerson welcomes Andrea Palacio to share her journey of purchasing and transforming a business. Andrea discusses the challenges and red flags she encountered post-acquisition and the lessons learned from early struggles. She details her efforts in rebuilding the team and revising the business strategy, including the implementation of AI automation. Andrea updates on the business transition and the current status, and introduces her new venture, Run Crewless, identifying its target audience.

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