Exit This Way - How to always be exit ready with Michael DeSiato

Exit This Way - How to always be exit ready with Michael DeSiato

Exit This Way is a compelling podcast series that delves into the world of exit planning, offering valuable insights and expert advice to business owners, entrepreneurs, and investors seeking to strategically exit their businesses or investments. Hosted by industry experts, each episode features in-depth interviews with top professionals from various fields, covering topics such as succession planning, business valuation, legal considerations, and more. Through real-life case studies, practical tips, and actionable strategies, "Exit This Way" equips listeners with the knowledge and tools they need to plan and execute a successful exit strategy that aligns with their goals and objectives. Whether you're a seasoned business owner or a budding entrepreneur, this podcast will inspire and inform you as you navigate the complex process of exit planning. Tune in to "Exit This Way" and get ready to exit your venture with confidence and success.

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August 29, 2024 25 mins

In our latest episode of the “Exit This Way” podcast, our host, Business Transition Specialists’ Mike DeSiato, sits down with Fred Campos from Marcum LLP to discuss the crucial role of a Quality of Earnings (QoE) report when selling a business. Fred breaks down what a QoE report is, why it’s different from a standard financial audit, and how it helps sellers present a clear, accurate picture of their company’s financial health to p...

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We’re back with Season Two of the "Exit This Way" podcast hosted by Business Transition Specialists’ Mike DeSiato. In this our latest episode, Mike sits down with Mitchell Goldberg, Partner and tax lawyer at Berger Singerman, LLP, to delve into the very important topic of pre-sale income tax planning and what can happen if you're not prepared. 

In this first episode back, Mike sits down with Mitchell Go...
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In our latest episode of “Exit This Way,” our host Mike Desiato sits down with Marc Solomon, a seasoned M&A attorney and expert in business transactions at one of Florida’s leading law firms, Weiss Serota Helfman Cole + Bierman (WSHC+B).

Together, they explore recent trends in deal provisions affecting private industry transactions. From the rise of earnouts to the evolving landscape of reps and warranty insurance, bot...

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In the latest episode of "Exit This Way," host Mike Desiato engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Natalie Schneider of Amazing Life Coaching. The episode explores the often-overlooked aspect of exit planning – the personal purpose of business owners after selling their ventures. 

This discussion delves into the crucial elements and challenges that entrepreneurs can face when they exit their businesses ...

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In our latest episode of “Exit This Way,” our host, Michael Desiato, is joined by Senior Relationship Manager and seasoned expert, John Clidas, as they dive into a critical aspect of business planning – the ability to weather the 5Ds: divorce, disagreement, distress, death, and disability.

50% of business transitions are triggered by one of the 5Ds, making it imperative for business owners to plan for these scenarios. Wit...

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In this month's episode of Exit This Way, we speak with Small Business Administration (SBA) expert, Bruce Marks, to discuss all things SBA financing. He has an impressive track record, having closed over 1,250 SBA loans and facilitated over $450 million in enterprise value over the last nine years.

In this fascinating conversation, we dive into the interesting, and sometimes misunderstood, topic of utilizing SBA finan...

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In this month's episode of Exit This Way, we dive into the world of Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs) and what they can offer to both business owners and employees. Join us as we breakdown the intricacies of ESOPs, exploring their benefits, potential downsides, and the impact they have for those companies who opt for this route.

Our expert guest, Steven Greenapple, an attorney and seasoned professional in the fie...

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Is your business set up to run easier, grow profits, and build transferable value? In the third episode of "Exit This Way," we’re excited to host George Sandmann, Founder and CEO of Growth-Drive, a technology-based system for helping business owners grow profits and transferable value – the ultimate measure of business success.

Join us as we discuss George’s “3 Dimensions of Business Growth” methodology, which ma...

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Does your business have what it takes to attract private equity firms? In the second episode of "Exit This Way," we have the pleasure of hosting Michael Schuster, Managing Director of Cross Keys Capital, a leading investment banking firm. Michael focuses on lower and middle-market sell-side Merger & Acquisition engagements for entrepreneurial and family-owned businesses greater than $2 million of EBITDA.

Joi...

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In this inaugural episode of "Exit This Way," we have the pleasure of hosting Christopher Snider, the CEO of the Exit Planning Institute (EPI), as our esteemed guest. EPI is a leading organization dedicated to educating and supporting exit planning professionals worldwide, and Christopher is a renowned expert in the field.

Join us as we dive into the art of exit planning with Christopher. We'll discuss the i...

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