KNOW YOUR VALUE: Buying and selling a business on your terms

KNOW YOUR VALUE

Buying and selling a business on your terms

Knowing when it is the best time to sell or purchase an enterprise are among the most daunting aspects of owning a business, and getting it right ensures you stay in control of the situation. Being prepared for buying and selling a business comes to knowing the signs, having the right team and having a plan. Heritage Bank, The Caputo Group and the Beverage Industry Network Group (BING) have brought together a panel of experts to illustrate best practices, discuss strategies for changing ownership and share experiences.

This workshop will cover:

·       Recognizing the markers that it may be time to consider selling or making a move to acquire

·       How to be prepared to sell or buy

·       Whose help will you need?

·       How to make your business attractive to buyers

·       How not to get screwed

Presenters:

• Addie A. Roberge, SVP - Heritage Bank SBA Business Development Officer
• Maria Pearman, CPA – Owner, Radix Accounting
• Jesse D. Lyon, Partner – Davis, Wright & Tremaine, Chair Portland Corporate & Business Transactions Practice
• Bill Patten, MBA/President – Sunbelt Network
• TBA – a small business owner to share experiences, lessons learned