Dr. Robert Matheny, Corvivo Cardio, and Don Bravaldo, Bravaldo Capital Advisors (ProfitSense with Bill McDermott, Episode 59)
On this episode of ProfitSense, host Bill McDermott delves into the stories of two influential Atlanta businessmen. The first guest, Dr. Robert Matheny of Corvivo Cardio, discusses his transition from a cardiovascular surgeon to an entrepreneur, pioneering groundbreaking extracellular matrix technology for heart tissue regeneration. The second guest, Don Bravaldo, President of Bravaldo Capital Advisors, provides expert insights into the mergers and acquisitions landscape, highlighting recent success stories and advising business owners on how to best prepare for sale.
Bill concludes the show with a commentary on how to de-risk your decisions and ensure you’re making the best choices for your company.
ProfitSense with Bill McDermott is sponsored and presented by Bill McDermott, The Profitability Coach, and the show is produced by John Ray and the North Fulton Studio of Business RadioX® in Alpharetta.
Dr. Robert Matheny, Corvivo Cardio (formerly CorMatrix Cardiovascular, Inc)
Dr. Robert Matheny is a highly experienced cardiothoracic surgery specialist based in Atlanta, GA, with over 41 years in the medical field. He graduated from the University of Louisville School of Medicine and has since dedicated his career to cardiovascular medicine and medical technology innovation.
As the founder and Chief Medical Officer of CorMatrix Cardiovascular, Inc., Dr. Matheny has been instrumental in developing extracellular matrix (ECM) biomaterials for cardiac and vascular tissue repair. His work has led to the creation of innovative products that have been used in over 160,000 cardiovascular procedures across more than 975 hospitals in the United States.
Dr. Matheny’s commitment to advancing regenerative medicine in the cardiovascular field is evident through his extensive research and development efforts. He has overseen numerous studies, including more than 50 at T3 Labs, contributing significantly to the improvement of patient outcomes in the treatment of heart failure and various cardiovascular conditions.
Don Bravaldo, Bravaldo Capital Advisors
Don Bravaldo is the founder and President of Bravaldo Capital Advisors, a boutique investment banking firm based in Atlanta, Georgia, which he established in 2006. As a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with a strong background in finance and accounting, Don has developed a particular passion for mergers and acquisitions. His firm specializes in serving privately held and closely held companies, typically those with revenues between $10 million and $300 million, primarily located in the Southeastern United States.
Under Don’s leadership, Bravaldo Capital Advisors offers a comprehensive range of transaction and advisory services, including sell-side transactions, exit strategy planning, growth through acquisition, debt restructuring, and corporate recapitalization. The firm has developed extensive expertise across various industries, including industrials, information technology, healthcare, and general business services.
Don’s approach to investment banking emphasizes providing independent economic and financial advice, coupled with execution services. His firm’s engagements have a broad geographical scope, ranging from national to international. In addition to his role at Bravaldo Capital Advisors, Don serves as a Board Member for Pandea Global M&A, further extending his influence in the mergers and acquisitions field.
Topics Discussed in this Episode
00:00 Introduction to ProfitSense
01:05 Meet Dr. Robert Matheny of Corvivo Cardio
01:26 The Journey from Surgeon to Entrepreneur
05:00 Groundbreaking ECM Technology
09:54 Clinical Trials and Future Prospects
12:51 Meet Don Bravaldo of Bravaldo Capital Advisors
13:38 The Genesis of Bravaldo Capital Advisors
17:53 Current M&A Market Insights
21:37 Success Stories in M&A
27:36 Advice for Business Owners Considering an Exit
30:43 Bill McDermott’s Entrepreneurial Journey
32:49 Closing Remarks and How to Stay Connected
