In this episode of The Authorpreneur Podcast, I talk with Laurie Barkman, author of The Business Transition Handbook: How to Avoid Succession Pitfalls and Create Valuable Exit Options, guiding business owners on their journey from transition to transaction, from creating value to letting go.
Laurie is the former CEO of a $100 million revenue company that was sold to a Fortune 50. As a mergers and acquisitions advisor, Laurie provides a structured process for business owners to plan successful transitions of their companies.
She is also an adjunct professor of entrepreneurship at Carnegie Mellon University, and hosts the award-winning podcast Succession Stories, where she speaks with hundreds of entrepreneurs who have shared their journeys through succession.
Laurie earned her MBA from Carnegie Mellon University, and Bachelor of Science degree from Cornell University. She received certifications from The Alliance of Mergers & Acquisitions Advisors, The Exit Planning Institute, and The Value Builder System.
Planning ahead should be an essential part of your business and Laurie shares so much great information in this episode for authors, entrepreneurs, and business owners. Enjoy.
Website: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauriebarkman
Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1959508016
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauriebarkman
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQIsTkq5fwerkhEovBUiJJA
Twitter: https://twitter.com/LaurieBarkman
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@businesstransitionsherpa
Amazon Author: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Laurie-Barkman/author/B0C2GGD3WS
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