Mitlin Money Mindset
After the Exit: Adam Rossi’s New Rules for Work, Health and Family
Key Takeaways
- Why spouses can make the best business partner
- The role marriage and family values play in business
- How to raise grateful his kids and the importance of financial literacy
- The importance of support, like the REBL Dads community
- How content creation has changed the game
- The entrepreneurial X factor and what it takes to succeed
- How to prepare for a business exit
- Why founders need to prioritize physical and mental health
Meet the Guest
Adam Rossi
Adam Rossi is an Inc. 500 entrepreneur, investor, business owner, and engineer. Adam is currently the CEO and owner of INDIE LLC, an operator of and investor in commercial real estate, software, and manufacturing companies. Adam is also the CEO and owner of TotalShield, a manufacturer of ballistic and explosive shielding solutions for space, aerospace, energy, and industrial customers. Prior to INDIE and TotalShield, Adam Rossi co-founded and was president of Platinum Solutions from 1999 to 2010, when the company was acquired by SRA International. Adam recognized the need for a nimble company that could consistently deliver software solutions to address the complex, mission critical needs of federal law enforcement, intelligence, and defense. A pioneer in the development of secure web-based systems, Platinum Solutions' applications helped the federal government collaborate with state and local law enforcement, securely share information across agencies, and extract the maximum value from information in many languages and formats. Platinum Solutions developed software that helped to decipher and monitor terrorist communications and arrest violent criminals.
Show Notes
Tech founder, true entrepreneur, and REBL Dad, Adam Rossi shows what’s possible after selling and starting over. In this episode, he shares what really happens after a big exit and how he’s doing things differently this time around.
We talk about the surprising moves he’s made since, from partnering with his wife in a new business venture to bringing his kids to business meetings. You’ll also hear why having a digital presence is non-negotiable, how he’s prioritizing his health, and what you can do to avoid post-sale depression.
Resources
Sending your child to college will always be emotional but are you financially ready?
The JOY and Productivity Journal by Lawrence Sprung
JOYful Finances for Couples
About the Podcast
Welcome to Mitlin Money Mindset®️! With your host, Larry Sprung, CFP®️, Founder and Wealth Advisor at Mitlin Financial Inc®️. With over 20 years of experience as an entrepreneur in the financial services industry, Larry thrives to help you achieve your goals while finding JOY in the journey.
Each week, he’ll go deep with engaging guests who provide tangible takeaways and a whole lot of JOY along the way. Here, we don’t just talk about money; we celebrate it as a catalyst for JOY and possibility. Whether you’re saving for the future, planning your next big adventure, or just looking to add some spark to your daily money management, you’re in the right place.
We hope you enJOY these conversations as much as Larry enJOYed having them. And remember to ask yourself, what did you do today that brought you joy?®️