Today's podcast features John Crabbe, Founder of Vermont Tent Company.  John started the process of transitioning his business to his employees well over ten years ago.  Today, he's actively in the process of not only having new management take over but having his management buy him out. We'll learn about why John decided to do an internal transaction as well as some of the things he's learned along the way.  Some of the take aways from … [Read more...]

Join us as we talk with John Mill about why a lot of business owners should consider this strategy as they think about leaving their business. In this podcast you'll learn: Why selling to your managers is often your best option when it comes time to leave your business. What you need to do to get your manager ready to buy your business. Why your buyer needs to put "skin" in the game. What you as an owner need to do to get ready to … [Read more...]

Join Tom Deans as we discuss why you need to share your will with your family.  We'll go much further than just sharing your will.  Tom will tell us about why you need to have your family co-create your will with you. Here are some things we'll discuss: Why you need a will in the first place.  You do have a will don't you? What a family meeting might be when it comes to sharing your will. How to get the elders in your family to share … [Read more...]

Join Barbara Taylor as we discuss how you can effectively transfer your main street business to a new owner. In this episode you'll learn: How to position your business for sale. Do's and don'ts about having a successful transition. Why you need to commit to selling your business before you start the process. How to prepare to sell your business. The problem with due diligence Barbara is a principle in the mergers and acquisition … [Read more...]