$2 Million of Fun: Big Margins in Play Centers

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• Southeast Entrepreneurship through Acquisition Conference
• 2025 Buy Then Build Summit
• McguireWoods Independent Sponsor Conference
• M &A Launchpad's Fall Show (use ACQUIRINGMINDS for a discount)

Despite tight search criteria, Daniel Batista found a business that excited him. The eye-popping margins were a bonus.

Topics in Daniel’s interview:

• His experience in the film industry
• Launching a Latino media brand
• Searching for a fun business
• Acquiring an indoor playground 
• LA demographics are perfect for this business
• High initial installation costs but 50% EBITDA margins
• Candeeland Kids’ unique franchising structure
• Surprisingly low maintenance costs
• Teenage hourly labor
• Adding an arcade to his location

References and how to contact Daniel:

• LinkedIn
• Candeeland Kids Downey
• Shell Zhang on Acquiring Minds: Awakening to Entrepreneurship to Buy a Not-Boring Business
• Sam Rosati on Acquiring Minds: How to Shorten Your Search: Big 3, Little 2

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• Pioneer Capital Advisory

Get complimentary due diligence on your acquisition's insurance & benefits program:

• Oberle Risk Strategies - Search Fund Team

Get a free review of your books & financial ops from System Six (a $500 value):

• Book a call with Tim or [email protected] and mention Acquiring Minds

Connect with Acquiring Minds:

• See past + future interviews on the YouTube channel
• Connect with host Will Smith on LinkedIn
• Follow Will on Twitter

Edited by Anton Rohozov
Produced by Pam Cameron