Ep. 61 | Carroll-fully Breaking Down Recapitalization Events | Justin Carroll
Release Date: 05/21/2025
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Ep. 61 | Carroll-fully Breaking Down Recapitalization Events | Justin Carroll
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Justin Carroll, Chief Operating Officer, is back to help make sense of a word that gets thrown around a lot: recapitalization. What does it actually mean? Why do companies do it? And how has MB2 approached it differently? In this episode, Justin walks us through the basics, breaks down common deal structures, and explains how recap events with Sentinel Capital Partners, Charlesbank Capital Partners, and now Warburg Pincus have shaped MB2’s growth over the years. You’ll come away with a clearer understanding of how these deals work, how they impact a company’s future, and why timing and...
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info_outlineJustin Carroll, Chief Operating Officer, is back to help make sense of a word that gets thrown around a lot: recapitalization. What does it actually mean? Why do companies do it? And how has MB2 approached it differently? In this episode, Justin walks us through the basics, breaks down common deal structures, and explains how recap events with Sentinel Capital Partners, Charlesbank Capital Partners, and now Warburg Pincus have shaped MB2’s growth over the years. You’ll come away with a clearer understanding of how these deals work, how they impact a company’s future, and why timing and structure matter.
Justin was previously featured on Episode 30, "The Beautiful Mind of MB2's Growth." Tune in to learn more about him and his journey at MB2 Dental.
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