Although expert at operating their companies, business owners realize that they lack the knowledge and skill required to successfully achieve their liquidity goals through the disposition of their business. Most recognize that well-defined options and decisions based on facts are essential to an exit plan, which will yield the most rewarding results. They also know that many factors exist which can influence decisions as well as potential implementation strategies.
The Venture Experience
For over 16 years, Venture Business Group has worked with a substantial
number of diverse businesses from a broad range of industries. The experience
gained, is in valuable. How… and When… to Sell Your Business For The
Most Profit., the experience provides a thorough understanding of
the M&A process and focuses on key elements and strategies which work
to maximize the value of the business. Below are some points to consider
before considering selling your business.
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Common and costly mistakes to avoid
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The importance of understanding elements of value
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Timing the sale of the business
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Opportunities in today's M&A marketplace
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Internal and external factors that impact value
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Identifying the best and worst buyers
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Positioning the business for a successful sale
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The financial benefits of a strategically planned exit
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Buyers who pay premium prices
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How to build value in a business.
Whether the goal is to build a business, sell it, or simply protect or increase equity, the information gained from Venture.
Customized Presentations
Venture Business Groups third-party program offers customized presentations
which are tailored to the specific needs of memberships of organizations,
associations and institutions nationwide.
Based on Venture Business Groups experience in working with a substantial
number of diverse middle-market businesses from a broad range of industries
over the past 16 years, the content of these presentations focuses on providing
business owners with valuable information which will enable then to…
- Understand
the importance of knowing the real, and often hidden, value of a business
- whether for the sale process, taking on partners, or securing growth
capital.
- Define
and explore the best options in terms of personal goals, financial objectives
and lifestyle requirements.
- Identify
opportunities presented by the dynamic cycles of the mergers-and acquisitions
marketplace.
- Develop
a strategic plan for an eventual and inevitable exit.
- Make decisions and implement strategies, which will work to maximize the value of the business.
Industry Association Presentations
When working with various industry associations,
Venture Business Groups focus is to support the efforts of the association
to bring valuable and practical information to its membership.
Not only is the presentation content structured to provide value-added information,
but all materials are tailored to be industry specific. Included in the
material is a customized "Market Briefing" - a comprehensive summary of
the industry, which includes projections, trends, issues, and M&A activity
and buyer interest.
"How to Maximize the Value of Your Business and Cash Out on Your Own Terms"
This dynamic workshop provides an opportunity for business owners to explore
options and consider strategies, which will contribute to maximizing the
value of their business and their liquidity. The content is always topical
and includes issues such as:
- Building business value vs. growing a business
- Knowing when… and when not… to sell
- Exit timing - internal and external factors
- How today's economy affects your industry
- Growth strategies to maximize business value
- Opportunities in the M&A marketplace
- Exit strategies to ensure lifestyle/financial needs
- Factors which impact business value
- Identifying premium buyers and … the right buyers
- Recasting financial statements to show the profitability
- Viewing the business from a buyer's perspective
- Deal structuring - strategies to maximize return
- Why businesses sell for less than maximum value