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In the early days of the pandemic, deal making in the middle-market came to a sudden and startling halt. Since then, overall M&A activity has reached a frenzied pace across virtually all industries and market segments and shows virtually no signs of slowing down. In this month’s episode, Chris …
Learn more about Dealing Through the Pandemic: 5 Ways COVID is Changing M&A
When facing a business transition, business owners have a variety of options that include a sale to outside or inside parties. A sale to inside parties can be achieved through a direct sale, or through the use of an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). For business owners without an established …
In Episode 5, we tackle the question of how to figure out if an ESOP is potentially the right strategy for you. Unlike 401(k)s or other common retirement plans, implementing an employee stock ownership plan generally requires a formal purchase and sale of shares, with preparation, negotiation, and …
In Episode 4 of What’s Next Hosted by Acuity Advisors, Chris Kramer and Chase Hoover talk about what to do if you are approached out of the blue by a serious buyer offering to acquire your business. They’ll talk about how to respond initially, why it’s important to get a good team in your corner …
Learn more about You’ve Been Approached by a Buyer — Now What?
