Business Transition Advisory Services

From Transition to Transaction

Strategic Business Transition Planning

Whether you’re interested in selling to a third party, or passing to the next generation, we will help you see your business through a different lens from value building to succession.

Growth By Acquisition

Thinking about growing your company through an acquisition? In partnership with Stony Hill Advisors, we provide the guidance and expertise to drive the process– enabling you to stay focused on running your business.

Pre-M&A

If you’re ready-to-sell, how can you be sure your business is sell-ready? Selling your business is one of the most important transactions of your life. It’s an intensive undertaking that requires the right team of advisors to avoid costly mistakes.

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Keynote Speaking

Inspiring business owners

Laurie Barkman is a dynamic speaker who has consulted, advised, and presented to hundreds of CEOs and business owners. If you’re looking for an impactful keynote for your organization, Laurie puts a spotlight on business transitions that will inspire your audience to take action today to avoid succession regrets tomorrow.

Keynote Speaking

Sharing expert strategies

Laurie Barkman is a dynamic speaker who has consulted, advised, and presented to hundreds of CEOs and business owners. If you’re looking for an impactful keynote for your organization, Laurie puts a spotlight on business transitions that will inspire your audience to take action today to avoid succession regrets tomorrow.

The Business Transition Handbook

 How to avoid succession pitfalls and create valuable exit options

The Business Transition Handbook

Consider this: 100 percent of owners will leave their business one day. But few are prepared. Are you? Read The Business Transition Handbook to master the mindset, strategies, and tactics you need to unlock your financial freedom in your exit.

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This book is a master class in how to proactively approach business transition. Laurie’s straight talk, illustrative stories, and clear insights will motivate you to take the next step in your personal and business journey to prepare for the next phase of your life.

John Warrillow, best-selling author of The Built to Sell trilogy, and founder of The Value Builder System™

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This book is a master class in how to proactively approach business transition. Laurie’s straight talk, illustrative stories, and clear insights will motivate you to take the next step in your personal and business journey to prepare for the next phase of your life.

John Warrillow, best-selling author of The Built to Sell trilogy, and founder of The Value Builder System™

The Business Transition Handbook
Succession Stories Podcast

Succession Stories Podcast

Navigating the path to business succession

Award-winning podcast host Laurie Barkman interviews business owners, authors, and industry experts to guide entrepreneurs from transition to transaction, from creating value to letting go.