Your Business Isn't Sellable
About this episode
Brian Dukes discusses the essential steps for business owners to prepare for a successful exit.
Brian Dukes is the Co-founder and Managing Partner at Exitwise, an M&A advisory platform that helps business founders prepare for and execute high‑value exits by assembling tailored advisory teams and guiding owners through complex sale processes. With over 20 years of operational and transaction experience, he began his career at a Big Five accounting firm. Later, Brian co‑founded Shift Digital through a joint venture with Ford Motor Company. Today, he leverages his deep industry insight to help entrepreneurs increase enterprise value and achieve transformative outcomes at exit. In this episode… Every business owner dreams of a successful exit, but how many truly understand what it takes to get there? Selling a business isn't just about finding a buyer — it's about preparation, timing, and foresight. What separates a profitable, smooth transition from a missed opportunity? Brian Dukes, an expert in mergers and acquisitions and exit planning, explains that early and structured preparation is key to closing the value gap. Organizing financials, understanding customer relationships, and building strong leadership teams are essential steps for a successful exit. Brian also notes…
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