Ninestone: Stacked to Scale

Welcome to Ninestone: Stacked to Scale — the podcast for business builders who think smarter, move faster, and scale with intention. If you're a founder, marketer, or operator focused on real growth—not just hype—you’re in the right place. Each episode, hosts Alex Polamero and Dr. Tom Tonkin break down the strategies behind sustainable scale: from marketing that connects, to sales journeys that convert, to systems that run without chaos behind the scenes. You’ll hear candid conversations with modern builders—entrepreneurs, go-to-market leaders, and systems thinkers—who are stacking smart moves and sharing the lessons that got them there. Whether you're refining your first funnel or leading a seasoned growth team, Ninestone is your go-to playbook for scaling with clarity and confidence. New episodes drop monthly—subscribe and join our growing community!

E6: Brandon Moon & Rafael Pinho: Strategic Approaches to Business Exit Strategies 12/18/2025

E6: Brandon Moon & Rafael Pinho: Strategic Approaches to Business Exit Strategies In this insightful podcast episode of , hosts Alex Polamero, Chief Growth Officer at Ninestone Partners, and Dr. Tom Tonkin, CEO of Ninestone Partners, engage with guests Brandon Moon and Rafael Pinho from to explore the complexities of exit planning and business transferability. The conversation examines how businesses can prepare for transitions such as sales, succession, or management buyouts, and why proactive planning is essential long before an exit is on the table. The discussion highlights several critical challenges that can significantly impact business value, including owner dependency and the absence of a strong management team. The guests emphasize that continuity planning plays a vital role in protecting enterprise value, ensuring the business can operate smoothly through unexpected changes. Strategic planning emerges as a central theme, reinforcing that true transferability goes beyond simply selling a business—it’s about building a company that can thrive independently of its founder. Throughout the episode, personal experiences and professional insights underscore the human side of exit planning. From preparing employees for transition to addressing valuation surprises that often reveal opportunities for improvement, the conversation stresses that successful exits are as much about people as they are about numbers. Ultimately, the episode reinforces a key message: the best time to begin exit planning is when the business is healthy, stable, and positioned for growth. Topics Included: Why Exit Planning Is Really About Business Longevity The Hidden Cost of Owner Dependency — and How to Remove It Building a Management Team That Can Run the Business Without You Business Continuity Planning: Protecting Value When the Unexpected Happens Strategic Planning as the Foundation of a Successful Exit Exit Planning Beyond the Sale: What Transferability Really Means The Human Side of Exits: Managing People Through Business Transitions Valuation Surprises: What They Reveal — and How They Can Improve Your Business Preparing Your Team for Change Without Creating Fear or Uncertainty Why the Best Time to Plan Your Exit Is When Your Business Is Thriving Connect with Ninestone Partners: Connect with Brandon and Rafael: /episode/index/show/95662520-e836-4058-b8b1-6b0e46181ada/id/39460155

E5: Steve Wallace: The Secrets Behind Building Scalable Sales Systems 11/10/2025

E4: The Q4 Phenomenon: Why Waiting to Take Action Hurts Your Business 10/27/2025

E3: Brad Stave: Building & Scaling Profitable and Mission-Driven Organizations 09/22/2025

E2: Mark Tuggle: From Local to Global — A Hybrid Model That Will Transform Your Small Business 09/08/2025

E1: Jay Sherer: Strategic Storytelling for Scaling Your Business 08/25/2025

Trailer 08/22/2025

Ninestone: Stacked to Scale

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