# Career Consultant Who Bought a 7-Figure Manufacturer

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Podcast: [Acquiring Minds](https://stenobird.com/podcast/acquiring-minds-3909119)
Published: 2026-07-06T07:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://acquiringminds.co/articles/paul-callahan-metro-metal-works
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## Resource

Buying a metal fabricator with $1m in earnings pivoted Paul Callahan into the new entrepreneurial chapter of his career. Register for the webinar: Finance Essentials Before You Close - Thu, Jul 9 - https://bit.ly/4eMaUow Topics in Paul’s interview: M&A, integrations, and private equity experience COVID Zoom fatigue sparked career pivot Atlanta’s crowded deal market challenges Hiring buy-side help while still working Pursuing full ownership without outside investors Navigating two simultaneous LOIs carefully Choosing SBA 504 over 7(a) financing for the real estate Acquiring a high capex business Replacing Ferrari equipment with Toyota reliability Why consultants make strong ETA operators References and how to contact Paul: LinkedIn Metro Metal Works Work with an SBA loan team focused exclusively on helping entrepreneurs buy businesses: Pioneer Capital Advisory Get a complimentary IT audit for acquisition diligence or post-close transition. Visit inzotechnologies.com/eta . Get a free review of your books & financial ops from System Six (a $500 value): Book a call with Tim or hello@systemsix.com 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 and produced by Pam Cameron

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