

Derek Colin is the host of Advisors on Growth for Griffin Resources and creator of The Growth Xperts Podcast.
As Founder of AI Growth Xperts (AIGX) and former PE sponsor and executive search consultant, Derek brings an insider’s perspective to conversations with M&A advisors, PE operators, and capital allocators. His approach decodes the high-stakes playbooks that drive institutional-quality deal flow and sustainable growth.
Based in San Diego, his mission is to help founders, operators, and investors architect their market dominance through disciplined execution and proprietary origination.
The Advisors on Growth Podcast is a dynamic series dedicated to uncovering the real challenges and solutions behind business growth. Hosted by Derek Colin and sponsored by Griffin Resources, the show features trusted advisors—including CFOs, Fractional CFOs, Executive Coaches, brokers, and deal advisors—who share their firsthand experiences and insights from the field.
Each episode offers a relaxed, conversational deep dive into the patterns, problems, and solutions that business leaders encounter as their companies scale.
The podcast explores:
The Hidden HR Secrets That Could Save Your Business Thousands
From Compliance Fines to AI Systems Builder: Mandi Waters on Fixing What’s Breaking Your Business
Business Broker Secrets: How to Build, Sell & Exit Your Business Successfully
From Bankruptcy to 500+ Properties: Jorge Vazquez’s Real Estate Comeback Story
30+ Years of Military & Industry Experience: Scott Hayford’s Blueprint for Tech Success
From Concern to Confidence: Dr. Kent Wessinger on Leading Millennials & Gen Z
The Growth Secrets Founder-CEOs Need to Hear Before It’s Too Late.
Maiker Housing Partners on Building Dignity Into Every Home
From Burnout to Breakthrough: How Kandy Windom Is Transforming Leaders & Unlocking Profit
Leadership Is Failing: Here’s What Matthew Burr Says Companies Get Wrong
Nobody Wants Transactions
Why AI Can’t Replace Mortgage Brokers(Yet)
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