XPX Denver - Business Owner Conversation: The Realities of Buying and Selling a Business on Your Own

Whether you are thinking of buying an existing business or preparing to sell, attendees will hear from a business owner who navigated both sides of the transaction and learned many valuable lessons.

Christopher Short bought two Sonic franchise locations and land using a Small Business Administration (SBA) loan, and subsequently sold to another franchisee. 

Join XPX Denver as we discuss the realities of buying a business and completing a transaction during lunch.

Our Speaker:

Christopher Short is a seasoned entrepreneur and business executive with a proven track record of acquiring, growing, and successfully exiting businesses. As CEO and COO of CMSmile Inc., he led the acquisition and operation of two Sonic Drive-In franchise locations, managing more than 60 employees and generating over $3.2 million in annual revenue while driving operational improvements and sales growth. Following the successful sale of the franchise licenses, operations, and real estate assets, he completed the strategic wind-down of the business. With additional leadership experience at Verizon, Akamai, and Mark Graham Communications, Christopher brings valuable insights into business acquisition, scaling operations, leadership, and successful exit strategies.

Agenda:

11:30 am: Networking
12:00 pm: Lunch and Presentation
1:00 pm: Networking

Event Registration Fees:

XPX Denver Members: $15.00
XPX Denver Same Day Registration: $25.00

Non-Members: $65.00
Non-Members Same Day Registrations: $75.00

Covers food and drinks.

XPX Member Benefit (First Time Guest) -  Complimentary pass to a first XPX educational event only.  A Denver member referral is required. The XPX member (not the guest) must email angie@exitplanningexchange.com to register their first-time guest.

This offer is valid only for individuals who have never attended an XPX Chapter event. Guests who have previously attended any XPX event, whether paid or complimentary, are not eligible.

Event Registration Cancellation Policy: You may request a full refund for your event registration up to 72 hours before the scheduled date and time. After that deadline, the sale is final and no refunds pr credits will be issued. The registration fee is non-transferable, non-substitutable and no replacements are offered.