How to Scale a Service Business by Acquisition | Katie Backler, Charles White Ltd

"We didn’t choose this as a career; we chose this as a business." 🏢⚙️ In this episode, Dr Brenda Hector speaks with Katie Backler about the realities of corporate growth, change management, and building a 50-person property management empire across Scotland and Northern Ireland. Katie openly addresses the challenges of buying a centuries-old family brand, the hard work behind integrating distinct business cultures, and why she values "Steady Eddie" leadership. In this video, you’ll learn: ✅ The operational reality of buying a company with pre-existing staff. ✅ How to approach personal guarantees and risk when raising capital for an asset-light business. ✅ Why selling off a profitable wing of your company can unlock massive scaling potential. ✅ The power of pushing your business toward industry accolades and recognition. #ScaleHer Up #PropertyManagement #BusinessAcquisition #SpouseInBusiness #WomenInLeadership #FinanceMindset #ScaleUp