Conference Session

Job Shop

F98: Succession Planning or Exit Strategy for Your Business

Five Steps for Planning a Successful Exit Strategy for Your Business
If you are considering selling your manufacturing business, it is essential to understand your reasons for wanting to exit, explore the different types of exit options, and create a well-thought-out exit strategy. Drawing on his extensive two-decade experience guiding numerous manufacturing businesses to successful transactions. The presenters will provide insights on aligning the exit type with your why, explain how to differentiate between what your manufacturing business is worth versus what you may need financially, and discuss what to look for in a potential acquirer. By the end of this session, you will be equipped with the knowledge to take the appropriate next steps.
Randy Rua, MBA, Certified Business Appraiser (CBA), Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA), and Certified Value Builder (CVB) and Seth Getz – NuVescor

Seamless Generations Succession: Ensuring the Family Legacy
If you find yourself within the realm of a family business, you’ve undoubtedly observed the captivating saga of business evolution. The graceful transition of management from one generation to the next is the Pink Elephant in the room. Join us as we unravel the details and try to explain key principles and strategies that form the backbone of a seamless leadership handover within organizations. Explore preserving core values while wholeheartedly embracing innovation, the balance between tradition thought and the evolution that defines successful businesses. An exploration aimed at developing a future without destroying the holidays for everyone.
John Cook, Jr. – Dole Refrigerating Company

About This Session

  • Date: October 16, 2024
  • Time: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
  • Room: Room S-331 B
  • Level: Basic
  • Track: Job Shop
  • Price: See Pricing »
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Speakers

John Cook

Dole Refrigerating Company

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John serves as the President of the Dole Family of Companies, a family-owned enterprise located in Lewisburg, TN. The Dole Family includes Dole Refrigeration, Dole Fabrication, Kenco Plastics, and Kenco Powder. John embarked on his professional journey within the company in 1992, starting with a Management Training program designed by his Father. His current role as President began in 2009 and has successfully transitioned from one generation to the next.

Randy Rua

NuVescor

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For more than two decades, Randy Rua has orchestrated hundreds of successful business merger and acquisition transactions. He is the President of NuVescor, a trusted advisor for manufacturing business owners navigating the M&A process. Previously, he founded Rua Associates, a full-service M&A company. To increase M&A process efficiency, Randy developed the Rua Transaction Process. He is a Certified Business Appraiser, Certified Exit Planning Advisor, and Certified Value Builder.

Seth Getz

NuVescor

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Seth Getz is a seasoned business strategist and merger and acquisition veteran. He currently serves as the Business Exit Strategist, Growth Coach, and Partnership Developer for NuVescor, a trusted advisor for manufacturing business owners navigating the M&A process. Previously, Seth founded Business Mastery, where he worked for nearly 24 years, coaching organizations on business and financial strategy, strategic development, and transitions, including mergers and acquisitions.

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