Matthew Holman and David Bradley are co-founders and co-owners of Q, a SaaS company that specializes in helping businesses transition to a subscription model. David founded the company with a partner from a consulting practice, but they had to part ways due to differences in vision and direction. David and his former partner were able to negotiate an amicable deal, which allowed them to move forward separately.
Matt joined the company later on as a consultant, and it was clear from the start that he was a great fit for the team. He was knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and had a strong work ethic. David and Matt began discussing the possibility of Matt joining the company as a co-founder, and after careful consideration, they decided to move forward with the partnership.
SUBSCRIPTION MODEL
Subscription revenue can be a key driver of enterprise value. Subscription revenue is valued much more highly than any kind of episodic project, or even hourly revenue. This means that companies that can create a strong recurring revenue stream through subscription models are in a better position to maximize their exit value when they sell their business. In order to build a strong subscription-based business, however, you must value:
When deciding to form a partnership with another person, these keys become even more crucial.
LESSONS LEARNED ON BUSINESS PARTNERSHIPS
Starting a business is never easy, and one of the biggest challenges that founders face is finding the right business partner. This is especially true for startups where the stakes are high, and the pressure is on to deliver results quickly.
Finding and building a successful business partnership is no different from any other type of deal we’ve discussed in the past, but it does have its own unique needs to be successful. There are four major components you should focus your due diligence on when looking to build a business partnership:
Building a successful business partnership is no easy feat, but with careful planning, clear communication, and a willingness to adapt and change, it is possible. David and Matt's journey provides valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities that come with starting and growing a business, and their experiences can serve as a guide for other entrepreneurs looking to build successful partnerships.
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FOR MORE ON MATTHEW HOLMAN & DAVID BRADLEY:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/holman-matthew/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/davebrad/
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