Beyond the Business: Strategies for a Successful Exit

Organiser: South Midlands Growth Hub

Venue: MKU, Milton Keynes

Address: Bouverie House, 200 Silbury Blvd, Milton Keynes MK9 1LT

Date & Time: 9 Apr 2025 - 9:30 am-12:00 pm

Contact Email: samantha.hunter@southmidlands.org.uk

Exiting your business can seem an overwhelming thought. Doing it successfully can seem even more of a mountain to climb. That’s why here at The South Midlands Growth Hub we have teamed up with local experts Yellowyoyo, TC Group and EMW Law to provide you with an introduction to some of the key considerations you should be thinking about long before your planned exit from the business.

Are you ready to transition out of your business?

Exiting a business, whether through sale, succession, or other methods, is one of the most critical and life-changing decisions an entrepreneur can make. The process involves strategic planning, careful execution, and sometimes, emotional resilience. If you’re considering or preparing for an exit, this event is for you!

Join us for an exclusive event where you’ll discover everything you need to know about exiting your business successfully. Whether you’re thinking about selling your business, passing it down to a family member, or planning a merger, we’ve got expert insights to guide you through each step.

Why Attend?

• Strategic Planning for a Successful Exit: Learn how to define clear goals and timelines to make your exit as smooth and profitable as possible.
• Valuation & Sale Preparation: Gain expert insights on how to value your business and ensure you’re getting the right price when it’s time to sell.
• Legal & Financial Considerations: Understand the key legal and financial steps that you must address, including tax implications, due diligence, and more.
• Succession Planning: Hear from professionals who specialize in business succession, whether you’re planning for family transition or leadership changes.
• Emotional Resilience & Letting Go: Exiting a business can be emotionally challenging. Learn how to navigate this personal journey while staying focused on your future.

What You’ll Learn:

• Exit Strategies & Options: Explore different exit strategies, such as selling to a third party, a management buyout, or passing the business to a family member.
• Preparing for Due Diligence: Learn how to get your business ready for potential buyers, what documents you’ll need, and how to ensure everything is in order for a smooth sale.
• Maximizing Business Value: Discover the best practices for increasing the value of your business before your exit, and how to negotiate for the best possible deal.
• Protecting Your Legacy: Understand how to protect your business’s legacy, whether you’re selling, passing it down, or moving on to new opportunities.
• Developing your Exit Strategy: Developing your Exit Strategy as early as possible acts as your business ‘Pole Star’ guiding all other strategies (business, brand and marketing).

Who Should Attend?

• Business Owners: Entrepreneurs who are considering exiting or planning their retirement.
• Family Business Owners: Those planning succession or family transitions.
• Investors & Advisors: Those helping businesses plan their exit strategy or maximize their investment.
• Anyone Curious About Business Exits: Whether you’re planning now or just want to be informed, this event will provide invaluable insight.

Meet your hosts: 

Bryan Wright, Strategy & Legacy director, Yellowyoyo 

Bryan has over 40 years of international experience, working with brands across every commercial sector and continent. As Director of Strategy and Legacy, he drives the futures and strategy support that Yellowyoyo offers, helping to inspire, define, and deliver the perfect future for clients.

Amanda Wright, Creative Director, Yellowyoyo

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Amanda is Co-Founder and Creative Director of 27-year-old growth business, Yellowyoyo.  A graphic designer by trade, she’s passionate about strategic, creative brand building and enabling businesses and leaders to thrive.

Debbie Ince, Head of Tax, TC Group 

​Debbie is a Chartered Accountant and Chartered Tax adviser with over 30 years experience helping clients to plan for their business and personal tax and business affairs.  Debbie is passionate about supporting people to achieve commercial outcomes and believes it is never too early to speak about, think and plan for the future.

Paul Bevington, Partner, EMW Law 

Paul is a corporate lawyer with 30 years’ experience advising managers, investors and owner managed businesses on corporate transactions, including private equity and leveraged debt backed buyouts. He is EMW’s General Counsel and responsible for training and development within its Corporate Team.

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Should you not want your personal data to be shared, please email Samantha.hunter@semlep.com