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News & Posts
A client recently sold his business and was looking for options to address a large capital gain as a result of the sale. We presented a number of solutions with support from his other advisors. One of the options we are implementing includes an investment in a Qualified Opportunity Zone (QOZ). Opportunity Zones were born…
Program produced by XPX Tri-State. The Exit Planning Exchange (“XPX”) Tri-State – covering New York (New York City & Long Island), Connecticut (Fairfield & Hartford), and New Jersey – is holding a regional virtual event from 4-6PM on Wednesday, March 16, 2022 to examine the three main aspects that influence a deal – business environment,…
March 21st, 2022
Do you (or your clients) complain about your meetings being boring or ineffective, and do you long for the end of them? Do you allow you / your people to skip them from time to time for “more important” work? Do you come out of a meeting, not quite sure what has been decided? You…
Do you or your clients struggle to say “no” to tempting strategic initiatives that pull your organization in different directions? Would you (or your team) wish you had clearer criteria on which strategic initiatives not to pursue? If so: this workshop is for you. At the end of this interactive workshop you will: – Understand…
Program produced by XPX Fairfield County and XPX Hartford. Our program was a discussion with serial entrepreneur Shea Coakley on building and selling a business. Shea has co-founded and built several companies, which have since been brought to an exit. We invite you to explore his journey and the important lessons learned in exiting a…
Program produced by XPX Fairfield County and XPX Hartford. Owners always want to know what their business is worth, and determining that value depends on a multitude of factors. Join us on Friday, January 21 for a joint meeting between XPX Fairfield and Hartford on what impacts valuation. We will be joined by Nathan Klatt (Managing Director,…
Program produced by XPX Fairfield County and XPX Hartford. Being a CEO or owner can be a lonely role. This is especially true when facing big strategic decisions such as how to take their business to the next level, or when and how to prepare for a future exit. Having access to individuals outside the…
Live Oak Bank is the #1 SBA Lender in the Nation. We provide M&A financing as well as owner occupied commercial real estate loans with attractive terms. Please contact me to discuss specific financing needs. Thanks, Michelle Orr Vice President, Sr. Loan Officer 203-461-5097 sba_general_mergers_acquisition_brochure_orr sba_general_commercial_real_estate_brochure
A good offense always necessitates a good defense. Core mantra across all sports. So no surprise that in business the same holds true. It has been called many names, The Talent Tsunami, The Great Resignation, the Big Quit, or maybe best, The Great Discontent. Regardless, the war for Talent is very real. And while virtually…
The business community was dealt unprecedented challenges brought on by the pandemic, creating massive disruptions in everything from supply chains, to employment, technology and valuations. Join us as we hear from local experts on the M&A outlook for the rest of the year and into 2022. Meet Our Speakers: Deborah Agrafojo M&A AdvisorTouchstone Advisors Deborah…
Why are business owners and their advisors talking about ESOPs? With capital gains taxes on the rise, ESOPs are playing an increasing pivotal role as an exit strategy. Come join us on October 19 for an important webinar on Tax Reform & ESOPs. We will provide an overview of Employee Stock Ownership Plans, including the…
We can’t wait for you to experience the cleaner, brighter and more user-friendly feel of our new platform! The site is designed to give you and your company greater visibility. Here are three things you should know: Emails from XPX will now come from my.exitplanningexchange.com—please adjust your email settings! Your new profile can have a…
August 20th, 2021
Have you been using online technology to the fullest extent to develop your business? Are you doing enough networking to generate results? Are you structuring the appropriate follow-up conversations? Online networking has accelerated throughout Covid and the ease of contact and content development means it’s here to stay. Learn how to leverage this ‘new normal’…
How to Emotionally Prepare Key Stakeholders for a Successful Transition People always have mixed feelings about change. When negative feelings are not surfaced and addressed in a systematic way, they often assert themselves exactly when they stand to do the most damage, at the closing. Thoughtful exit planners do well to find ways to address the needs and…
Program produced by XPX Fairfield County and XPX Hartford. Fine Print: The Deal’s Not Done Until the Paperwork is Signed The LOI and Asset/Stock Purchase Agreement is a critical step in the M&A process. Negotiating these agreements takes experience and skills to properly protect the client. All of this must take place before the deal…
Program produced by XPX Tri-State. Post-Election Analysis XPX Tri-State – covering New York (New York City & Long Island), Connecticut (Fairfield & Hartford), and New Jersey – meeting with core coverage areas including: The state of the economy and business environment, nationally and regionally. Wealth planning, the corresponding tax implications and how the specific factors play into the merger…
November 24th, 2020
Program produced by XPX Fairfield County and XPX Hartford. Financial Management in Private and High-growth Organizations and Those Considering Exit Opportunities The heart of XPX is the inter-disciplinary nature of exit planning. As advisors to business owners we understand that it takes a team of experts working together to navigate a successful exit. Working in…
Program produced by XPX Fairfield County and XPX Hartford. XPX CT Virtual Summit Day 3: Owner Life and Legacy Moderator: Michael Clear, Wiggin and Dana Panelists: Keith Michaelson, Lovins Group Francois de Visscher, FODIS Gavin Watson, Former Co-owner of Watson Inc.
Program produced by XPX Fairfield County and XPX Hartford. XPX CT Virtual Summit Day 2: Business Value Transfer Moderator: Steven Pappas, Touchstone Advisors Panelists: Capri Brighenti, Miller Farms Tom Heide, Heide & Company Michael Rocheleau, PTA Plastics
Program produced by XPX Fairfield County and XPX Hartford. XPX CT Virtual Summit Day 1: Business Value Growth Moderator: Steve Ronan, Citrin Cooperman Panelists: Paul Decelles, YardeZone Inc. Brian Kerrigan, Whittlesey Nicole Russo, Microboard Processing, Inc
In this session we focus on growing your business using both equity and debt. Our distinguished panel of bank lenders and private equity will describe what steps a business should—and should not—take to attract and qualify for bank loans and how to find the right equity partner. We will continue to use our case study…
Borrowing Ground Rules: Do’s and Don’ts In the first of two programs focused on locating outside financing, our distinguished panel of lenders will describe the profile of a successful borrower and what steps a business should—and should not—take to attract and qualify for bank loans and other third-party loans. We will continue to use our…
A successful exit is about more than finding the right buyer and the right price. A company’s corporate governance documents should contain appropriate rights and restrictions to ensure the business stays on track, your partners remain your partners and exit process is streamlined when the time comes. SpeakersJames Greifzu, Associate, Wiggin and DanaMike Grundei, Partner,…
HiTech owners have asked two critical questions, “How do we get started (to organize and prepare for sale)? What should our priorities be?” Developing strategy long before beginning the exit process is an important step toward answering these questions, because strategy will set priorities and provide the road map for achieving success. In this presentation…
Chapter Events
Tri-State Silver Sponsors
Clients are looking to build value through better accounting and finance, operations, and technology ahead of an exit
Buy or sell-side due diligence is needed. You need a part-time or interim CFO.The CFO needs to improve accounting operationsThe company needs a new accounting system.
When considering business succession issues, retirement and when a business owner wants to take some chips off the table. When deciding when and how to incentive key employees
Tri-State Bronze Sponsors
Clients are looking to build value through better accounting and finance, operations, and technology ahead of an exit
Buy or sell-side due diligence is needed. You need a part-time or interim CFO.The CFO needs to improve accounting operationsThe company needs a new accounting system.
When considering business succession issues, retirement and when a business owner wants to take some chips off the table. When deciding when and how to incentive key employees
Gold Sponsors
An owner is contemplating or has completed a sale or transfer of their company. My team and I provide advice and planning around the impact of the sale to their personal financial management.
Silver Sponsors
You have any kind of banking need or general question.
You need a professional to discuss your business ownership exit planning options.
You or your client seeks patient capital for expansion, acquisition, equipment, real estate and/or a second opinion on current financing strategy and structure.
You are seeking financing to buy a business, or to pre-qualify a business for an upcoming sale.
Bronze Sponsors
A client needs a valuation and/or support for a potential transaction and would like to work with a collaborative advisor.
A business owner is contemplating a transaction (Financing, Sale or Acquisition), even years in advance of a transaction so we can help the owner maximize shareholder value.
A business owner(s) is seeking to engage an itermediary in a sell side or buy side engagement.