XPX Atlanta - The Sellers Speak

Let’s hear it for the business owners who made it through the gauntlet of selling their business! And this November, let’s hear it from them, too.

Get ready for the long-awaited XPX Atlanta Business Owners Program where we will bring in real owners to tell the story of selling their business and engage in discussion with XPX advisors about the lessons to be learned.

Key Topics We’ll Cover:

• What worked - “I’m so glad I did…”
• What didn’t work - “I wish I would have done…”

Why Join Us?

• Get insights into what is really happening on the ground and what the experts are preparing for in advising clients.
• Meet and truly engage with a broad range of professionals.
• Identify resources and pathways to help your clients.
• Enjoy a half hour of open networking (11:00 AM – 11:30 AM)
• Gain an appreciation of the power of the XPX Advisor Principles!

Moderator:

Barry Selvidge
Managing Director of Transaction Services
Neri Capital Partners

A veteran legal advisor and business executive, Barry directs Neri’s processes to mitigate risk and boost the number and value of successful transactions for its clients. Barry’s extensive M&A background, both as an attorney and a serial entrepreneur who founded, operated, and sold his own companies, provides him with a valuable “walked in your client’s shoes” perspective for managing business sales and serving Neri’s clients at the highest level. Respected as a creative dealmaker and savvy negotiator, Barry supports Neri's principals in guiding transactions to successful conclusions at maximum valuations. Barry is also a former Board Member and prior chair of the Events Committee of XPX Atlanta.

Panel:

Michael Tyre
Former Managing Partner and Founder
GRM (Guest Relations Marketing LLC)

Mike guided GRM’s success as a boutique branding and social media marketing agency for 17 years prior to its recent acquisition and his successful exit. GRM has worked with a diverse set of clients including Southern Company, Ritz-Carlton and Coca-Cola, ensuring their brands and marketing programs succeeded in today’s digitally driven marketplace. Mike has personally led work that received Addys, CLIOs and international film and TV awards. He is a member of the Small Business CEO Group with the Atlanta Chamber of Commerce and is currently the CMO at Bloom (a foster care nonprofit). Going forward, Mike is engaging in select fractional CMO assignments.

John Younker, DVM
Founder & Medical Director
Common Companion Vet Co.

Founded in 2018 by Dr. Younker, Common Companion Vet Co. expanded to two locations and 10 doctors because of consistent focus on making the clinic a great place to work. In 2022, Common Companion was acquired by a private equity firm with John continuing to work in the business. He has received the "Wellness in Practice Award" by UGA's College of Veterinary Medicine, and he was named to the "UGA 40 Under 40" list by University of Georgia Alumni Association for outstanding leadership and service contributions to his community and professional field. Dr. Younker is also a conference speaker and consultant, addressing and solving business challenges faced by veterinary clinics nationwide.

Tim Uzar
Founder and Former Owner
Ecomech Geothermal, Mechanical and Heating & Air

After serving as a project manager for several large mechanical contracting companies, Tim Uzar found himself without a job during the 2009 recession. That challenge served as the catalyst for Tim to found Ecomech LLC Geothermal & Mechanical Contractors. He leveraged his three state licenses in HVAC and home building and ran the business out of his garage, financed with his credit card. Always choosing customer satisfaction over profits, Ecomech’s reputation grew as being the most trustworthy contractor with the best performing “complex” HVAC systems. Faced with growing demand, Tim was burnt out and turned to an investment bank to successfully sell his business where he’s been retained to serve in a reduced capacity.

AGENDA:

11:00 AM – 11:30 AM EDT Check-in registration/mingling
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM EDT Event Program

Registration Fees:  

Atlanta Members – $30.00
XPX Members from other Chapters – $35.00
Non-Members – $45.00

Guests may self-park or valet, either way it is included in the fee.

Cancellation Policy: You may request to cancel your registration for a full refund, up to 72 hours before the date and time of the event.  If you miss the deadline, the sale is final.

We are unable to issue a credit towards another meeting or individual, no substitutes/not transferable.  

Other upcoming events, click on the link below for information and to sign up.

• https://www.exitplanningexchange.com/atlanta/events/