Mastering the Exit: How to Sell Your Distribution Business with Marshall Jones, The Distribution Team

About this episode

This episode discusses the essentials of selling a distribution business with insights from senior advisor Marshall Jones.

If you've ever daydreamed about selling your distribution business, this episode is for you. If not, bookmark it for future reference. The fundamentals of a successful acquisition remain evergreen, beginning with the need for a knowledgeable advisor. Marshall Jones, senior advisor with The Distribution Team , joins Jason to discuss his latest client win, a year-long transaction process that resulted in an equitable solution for all parties involved. They share practical advice on navigating the purchase journey and realistic timetables for closing a sale. They also explore complex acquisition issues related to real estate holdings, employee transition, and cultural fit. *** CONNECT WITH JASON LinkedIn CONNECT WITH MARSHALL The Distribution Team LinkedIn *** For full show notes and services visit: https://www.distributionteam.com Distribution Talk is produced by The Distribution Team , a consulting services firm dedicated to helping wholesale distribution clients remove barriers to profitability, generate wealth, and achieve personal goals. This episode was edited & mixed by The Creative Impostor Studios Special thanks to our sponsors for this episode: Moblico, helping businesses…

People in this episode

Host: Jason

Guest: Marshall Jones

Topics covered

• selling a distribution business
• acquisition process
• real estate holdings
• employee transition
• cultural fit

Keywords

• acquisition
• business sale
• transaction process
• advisory

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