Gravy Wealth
Mario Antwine
Network Expert

Mario Antwine

Senior Executive | Investor | Advisor

A seasoned executive with deep experience in mergers and acquisitions, sales and business development, and scaling operations to drive sustainable value creation. He has led complex growth initiatives, integrated acquired businesses, and built high-performing teams that translate strategy into measurable results. Known for his collaborative leadership style, Mario focuses on aligning people, processes, and technology to accelerate growth and long-term enterprise value.

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$50M
Revenue of acquired company (Prell Interactive)
2X
Aggressive growth target to double revenue
20%
YoY growth already locked in Q1

The Strategy Mario Shared

Mario went from investment banking to CEO through a decade of operator experience in small businesses. Here's the playbook he built to search, acquire, and scale a $50M company.

The Operator-First Advantage

Learn why Mario spent 10 years building his operating toolkit (sales, M&A, growth strategy) before launching his search -- and how this operator experience gave him edge over traditional searchers.

Search Framework & Deal Selection

Get Mario's criteria for evaluating targets: what industries, revenue ranges, and structures he pursued, and how he prepared mentally and financially for the 18-month search.

First 100 Days as CEO

Understand the priorities: building trust with legacy teams, setting audacious but achievable vision, managing clients through transition, and identifying immediate value creation opportunities.

The $50M Acquisition Journey

Mario breaks down the full arc: from operator to searcher, navigating the deal process, closing the acquisition, and stepping into the CEO seat with a clear growth strategy.

Sound Familiar?

“I'm interested in acquisition entrepreneurship, but I don't have an MBA or private equity background.”
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“How do I know when I'm 'ready' to launch a search? What skills and capital do I actually need?”
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“As a Black entrepreneur, how do I navigate being an independent searcher in a predominantly white space?”
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Limited Availability

1:1 Strategy Session with Mario (30 min)

See booking page for rates
30-minute personalized consultation
  • Search readiness: Assess your operating experience, financial position, and timeline for launching an acquisition search
  • Target identification: Develop criteria for industries, company sizes, and deal structures that match your background
  • Investor strategy: Learn how Mario selected LPs and structured relationships with capital partners
  • First 100 days roadmap: Understand priorities for building trust, setting vision, and identifying quick wins post-close
  • Recorded session + follow-up resources via email
Schedule Your Session Now

How It Works

1

Book Your Time

Choose a time that works for you. You'll receive a prep questionnaire about your goals and current challenges.

2

Video Strategy Call

Join Mario for a focused session drawing on deep expertise and real-world experience.

3

Get Your Roadmap

Walk away with a clear, actionable plan tailored to your specific situation and goals.

Ready to Level Up?

Get personalized guidance from an expert who's been where you want to go.

Book Your Expert Session — See booking page for rates · 30-minute personalized consultation