Jesse Tinsley: Founder of Employer.com on TikTok's US Bid, Bench Acquisition, and M&A Strategy

In this episode, Casey Adams interviews Jesse Tinsley, founder of Employer.com, to explore his journey in the recruiting industry and his expertise in mergers and acquisitions. They discuss Jesse’s strategic approach to high-profile deals, including TikTok’s U.S. bid and the acquisition of Bench, and dive into the power of premium domains, creative deal structuring, and the impact of AI on business. Jesse shares insights on building a founder-friendly reputation, the importance of speed in acquisitions, and his customer-centric philosophy. 00:00 Introduction to Jesse Tinsley and Employer.com 01:50 Jesse’s journey in recruiting and entrepreneurship 04:43 Inside the TikTok acquisition opportunity 10:11 Navigating political challenges in M&A 13:10 The transition to strategic acquisitions 16:33 Why domains matter in business success 22:57 Creative strategies for domain acquisitions 27:22 Bench acquisition: lessons and future plans 29:31 Speed as a competitive edge in acquisitions 32:24 How to operationalize successful acquisitions 34:18 Building relationships to drive inbound deals 37:07 Developing a strategic mindset for major acquisitions 40:37 Advice for founders on crafting M&A strategies 46:42 How AI is transforming business and acquisitions 50:17 Jesse’s vision for the future and staying customer-centric