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SUMMARY:The Business Marketplace: How to Buy or Sell with Confidence
DESCRIPTION:Overview \nBuying or selling a business is one of the biggest financial and strategic decisions an entrepreneur\, owner\, or investor can make. But the process can feel unclear\, intimidating\, and full of moving parts. \nJoin us at the Coastal Bend Business Innovation Center for a focused panel discussion on what actually happens when business deals get done. \nThis session brings together professionals with real-world experience in valuation\, financing\, brokerage\, financial planning\, digital growth\, and exit strategy. Whether you are looking to acquire a business\, preparing yours for sale\, or simply trying to understand how the process works\, you will gain practical insight from people who work directly in the deal-making space. \nOur panel will cover: \n\nHow businesses are realistically valued in today’s market\nWhat buyers should know before making an offer\nHow sellers can position their business for a successful exit\nFinancing\, deal structure\, and negotiation dynamics\nCommon pitfalls that can derail a transaction\n\nPanelists include a seasoned entrepreneur and broker\, CPA\, financial advisor\, and digital growth expert—each bringing a different perspective to the buying and selling process. Moderated by entrepreneurship faculty\, the discussion will connect strategy with execution. \nIf you are serious about entering—or exiting—the business marketplace\, this session will give you a clearer path forward. \nFeatured Panelists \n\nBryan Johnson\, MBA\, CCIM\n        Serial entrepreneur\, investor\, and real estate expert with more than two decades of experience in development and brokerage.\nBrett Morrison\, CPA\nManaging Partner at Jennings\, Hawley & Co.\, P.C.\nElizabeth Ackman\, CFP\, CEPA\nFinancial Advisor at Edward Jones.\nKeith Heavilin\nFounder & President at YellowFin Digital\, specializing in SEO and digital scaling.\nModerator: Dr. Kent Byus\, Entrepreneurship Faculty.\n\nWho Should Attend? \nAspiring Buyers & Entrepreneurs\nLearn what to consider before acquiring an existing business and why buying may be a faster path to ownership than starting from scratch. \n\nBusiness Owners & Sellers\nUnderstand how to prepare your business for a successful transition and improve its value before going to market. \nInvestors & Executives\nGain insight into valuation\, financing\, deal structure\, and transaction strategy in the local business marketplace.
URL:https://cbbic.tamucc.edu/event/the-business-marketplace-workshop/
LOCATION:Coastal Bend Business Innovation Center\, 10201 South Padre Island Dr\, Corpus Christi\, TX\, 78418\, United States
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