Everything An Entrepreneur Needs to Know About Selling to PE Firm

M&A Talk (Mergers & Acquisitions), by Morgan & Westfield

The world of private equity is often maligned and misunderstood. Adam Coffey brings his years of experience from the corporate and PE worlds to dispel the myths that surround the idea of selling a business to a PE firm. He shares stories from GE during its heyday under Jack Welch, discusses how he translates those lessons to the acquisitions, roll-ups, and turnarounds he has led, and talks about learning and the magic that private equity can bring to a company in helping it grow to the next level.

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Learn More:

  • The Importance of Persistence When Selling a Business
  • Increasing the Value of Your Business | The RVD Model
  • M&A Basics: Building a Sellable Business
  • Preparing Financial Statements When Selling a Business
  • The Role of M&A Lawyers When Selling Your Business

Additional Resources:

  • Download a free pdf copy of The Art of The Exit: The Complete Guide to Selling Your Business.
  • Purchase your copy now of A Beginner’s Guide to Business Valuation | The Exit Strategy Handbook | Closing the Deal | Acquired
  • Planning to sell your business? Schedule a free consultation today.
  • To suggest guests, topics, or questions for future podcast episodes, contact Morgan & Westfield.
  • Contact Morgan & Westfield to request a free copy of Jacob Orosz's latest book, Food and Beverage M&A: An Insider's Guide to Selling a Food or Beverage Business.

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  • Partnering with Private Equity Firms 
  • Behind the Scenes of Private Equity 
  • What You Need to Know Before Selling to a PE Firm

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