Most AI projects never move the bottom line. Host Nick Olsen talks with Mike Fedorov, COO and co-CEO of Applied AI Labs, about using targeted AI fixes to create measurable EBITDA gains. They cover how AI is changing the economics of platform companies and the questions M&A advisors should ask before choosing any technology. Mike also shares how voice AI added more than $1 million a year in revenue for one client, delivered in weeks, not years.

Key Topics:

  • AI's role in operational improvements

  • Finding operational gaps for EBITDA growth

  • Strategic considerations for platform readiness

  • Rapid implementation of AI solutions in M&A

  • Measuring value and avoiding superficial AI projects

  • The fundamentals a business needs before adopting new technology

About the Show: The M&A Mastermind Podcast provides actionable insights and effective strategies tailored for dealmakers in the lower middle market. Hosted by Nick Olsen, the show features conversations with leading industry experts who share valuable knowledge on topics such as industry intelligence, deal management, collaborative successes, and specialized expertise. Listeners who support small to medium-sized business owners will find practical tactics and advice they can immediately apply to advance their mastery in mergers and acquisitions.

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Resources: Applied AI Labs | Mike Fedorov on linkedin | Cornerstone International Alliance

Keywords: AI, EBITDA, M&A, operational excellence, platform readiness, AI in business, supply chain, operational gaps, technology implementation, business strategy, buy and build, AI agents, value creation

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