From Car Wash to Agency: Robin Skidmore's Journey | The Drum

In the first episode of Exit Right, agency founder Robin Skidmore, Founder & CEO of Journey Further, shares his entrepreneurial journey with our host Mike Silver. From early car washes to a successful agency exit and a new venture, Robin discusses challenges, partnerships, the emotional sale process, company culture, talent, and future growth. A must-listen for entrepreneurs!

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Exit Right with Mike Silver is all about the secrets to starting, scaling, and selling successful advertising agencies. Each episode features proven strategies from top agency founders, marketing experts, and entrepreneurs who have mastered agency growth and exit strategies. Learn how to they started ad agencies, scaled operations, boosted profits, and planned lucrative exits. Gain insights on client acquisition, process optimization, and selling your agency for maximum value—all shared by the very best in the business through light-hearted, casual conversations.

Exit Right with Mike Silver is all about the secrets to starting, scaling, and selling successful advertising agencies. Each episode features proven strategies from top agency founders, marketing experts, and entrepreneurs who have mastered agency growth and exit strategies. Learn how to they started ad agencies, scaled operations, boosted profits, and planned lucrative exits. Gain insights on client acquisition, process optimization, and selling your agency for maximum value—all shared by the very best in the business through light-hearted, casual conversations.

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