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How to Prepare for Retirement as a CEO or Entrepreneur
Selling a Business, Owner Considerations
Retirement as a CEO or entrepreneur isn't just about stepping away from the office—it's about transitioning from a role you've lived and breathed for decades into a life of freedom, purpose, and financial independence. Unlike salaried professionals, entrepreneurs...
The Role of Net Working Capital Target
M&A, Industry Insights, Merger and Acquisitions, Education
The Role of Net Working Capital Target in Cash-Free/Debt-Free Deals In the intricate world of mergers and acquisitions (M&A), where billions of dollars can hinge on precise financial metrics, one concept consistently carries significant weight: the Net Working...
The Importance of an Annual Valuation to Your Business Goals
Unveiling the Importance of a Business Physical – The Annual Valuation In the dynamic landscape of entrepreneurship, one critical question continues to resurface: “What is my business truly worth?” This question isn't reserved for special occasions—it's something that...
Should I Hire an Investment Banker
Should I Hire an Investment Banker, M&A Advisor, or Business Broker? There comes a point in every entrepreneur’s journey when it’s time to prepare for a business transition, whether through an outright sale, recapitalization, or generational handoff. When this...
episode 5: craig dickens, ceo of Merit Investment Bank – buying and selling businesses, deal killers and more
Reading Time: < 1 minuteAs an M&A advisor and investment banker Craig has unlocked the code to finding greater value for many companies and their owners through the Grow Fast & Exit Profitably! methodology as well as pioneering the M&A 2.0 process.
Over 290 M&A Transactions: An Insider’s Look on the Deal-Making Journey with Craig Dickens
Reading Time: < 1 minuteCraig Dickens from Merit Investment Bank is interviewed about his experiences in the world of mergers and acquisitions (M&A). Craig begins by sharing his background, including his success in building a mail-order company for tri-athletes, which he eventually sold. He then discusses how he used the proceeds from that sale to pursue his next ventures.