Selling your manufacturing business requires thorough preparation and expert guidance. This article walks you through the crucial steps and factors to consider, from initial preparation to finalizing the deal. Our dedicated team at Adams Corporate Law will guide you through the process to achieve a favorable transaction that not only aligns with your overarching goals, but also safeguards your interests long after the deal closes.

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Dive into the world of mergers and acquisitions within the government contracting sector with Sharon Heaton, CEO of sbLiftOff. Sharon, a seasoned M&A expert and author of "Liftoff," shares invaluable insights on the art of successful deals, emphasizing empathy, strategic negotiation, and the critical importance of understanding GovCon nuances. Whether you're contemplating selling your business or looking to acquire another company, this episode will help you navigate the complexities of M&A.
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Ep 314: Navigating the GovCon M&A Landscape

In a recent episode of the Guts and Glory Podcast, California M&A attorney Addison Adams joined host Luis Scott to discuss the dynamic world of deal-making, particularly highlighting the significant impact of Baby Boomer business owners nearing retirement.

Retiring Baby Boomers Continue to Drive Business Sales

In this episode, we sat down with Christine McDannell, founder of the Magnolia firm. Christine shares her wealth of experience as a serial entrepreneur who has built, sold, and exited numerous businesses over the past two decades. We discussed the evolving landscape of mergers and acquisitions, discussing current trends, predictions for the future, and the intricacies of buying and selling companies in today's market. From navigating the seller's market to understanding the impact of political and economic factors, this episode offers valuable insights for business owners, investors, and anyone interested in the world of M&A. Tune in to gain expert perspectives on the dynamic world of mergers and acquisitions.
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Ep 318: The Future of M&A: Trends, Predictions, and Insider Insights

100 % Hustle Podcast 6 – Series of Guests

Host: Vicki Hamilton, Senior Executive with International consulting experience. Founder & CEO of Executive Ideation

Topic: Buying and Selling Businesses

Guest: Jessica Starks, Owner of Transworld Business Advisors and Exit Factor of Grand Rapids and Lansing in Michigan.

Guest Bio:

Jessica Starks is an Exit Strategist and Owner of Transworld Business Advisors and Exit Factor of Grand Rapids and Lansing. Transworld Business Advisors is the world leader in the confidential marketing and sales of businesses and franchises. Exit Factor helps businesses prepare for their sale by increasing profitability, time and freedom, making their business worth more when they are ready to sell, while enjoying the benefits now. From exit planning to business brokerage and mergers and acquisitions, we are the business exit specialists.

Jessica received her Bachelor’s degree from Grand Valley State University in Business Administration with an emphasis in Accounting and Finance. Before starting her own business, Jessica gained experience at a public accounting firm, sales with a payroll company, followed by 10 years in business banking. As her banking career advanced, Jessica was financing buyers acquiring businesses.

Realizing that there was a need in the market, Jessica wanted to help business owners exit their business. She found that baby boomers did not know where to turn when wanting to retire. Although she thought of mostly baby boomers, she realized that other business owners needed to exit their business as well. They have built something great, reinvested a lot of their money back into the business and care about their customers and employees. Jessica wanted to give them an outlet to transition what they had worked so hard to create while leaving a legacy.

Jessica is married to Brad and has two sons, Carter, 17 and Grant, 14. You are likely to find them boating, at a football stadium or basketball court.

Blog Summary:

Jessica is an Exit Strategist and Owner of Transworld Business Advisors and Exit Factor of Grand Rapids and Lansing in Michigan. Jessica shares the important details of buying and selling businesses. If you are thinking of buying or selling your business, tune in and listen, then call Jessica for further information.

Contact info:

LinkedIn – Jessica Starks 
Facebook – Transworld Business Advisors Grand Rapids and Lansing 
Facebook – Exit Factor 
Exit Factor Website https://exitfactor.com/offices/grand-rapids-and-lansing
Transworld Website https://www.tworld.com/locations/grand-rapids-and-lansing/

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100% Hustle Ep. 6 - Pt. 6: Buying and Selling Businesses

Aaron Kowal and guest Joe Braier, President of Lake Country Advisors, discuss the psychological aspect of selling your business, share items to focus on to help drive the value of your business, and review the first steps you should take when you decide to sell your business.

The Retirement Clinic-6-15-24 – Selling Your Business

When intellectual property, or "IP" assets, form a significant part of a merger or acquisition, the rigor of IP due diligence becomes critically important.

Intellectual Property in California Mergers and Acquisitions: A Due Diligence Checklist

Intellectual Property In California Mergers And Acquisitions

Successful business deals are built on a foundation of trust and clarity, which well-crafted and customized commercial contracts help to establish.

The Importance Of Comprehensive Commercial Contracts With Clear Product Warranties And Conditions

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Aaron Kowal and guest Tim Nettesheim of N2 Advantage Law discuss negotiations when selling a business, share insights on when it is a good time to sell your business, and examine how the current economy and upcoming election play a role in selling conditions.

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Episode 26 - M&A in the Global Agri-Food Industry - March 2025 Overview

Episode 28 - M&A in the Global Agri-Food Industry - April 2025 Overview

When companies go through a merger or acquisition, most leaders obsess over financials and spreadsheets. But according to Jennifer Fondrevay—founder of Day1 Ready and author of Now What?—the real failure happens when leadership ignores people. 

In this episode of Leadership NOW, we explore what really drives post-acquisition chaos, the arrogance of deal-making, and why culture buddies and pre-mortems are essential to getting it right. 

If your company is planning a deal, this conversation is your human integration blueprint.

More information about Jennifer Fondrevay at https://jenniferjfondrevay.com/
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Jennifer Fondrevay on Fixing the Human Side of M&A

Episode 29 - M&A in the Global Agri-Food Industry - May 2025 Overview

Episode 30 - M&A in the Global Agri-Food Industry - June 2025

Episode 32 - M&A in the Global Agri-Food Industry - July 2025

Episode 33 - M&A in the Global Agri-Food Industry - August 2025

On this episode of Grownlearn, Zorina sits down with Loic Potjes—Executive Coach, former Corporate & Scale-Up CEO, tech investor, and Managing Partner—who’s coached 40+ CEOs across 17 countries. We dig into what actually scales a business: a crisp 80/20 strategy, the right “engine” (your core team), and smart use of AI that goes way beyond meeting notes and automation.

Loic breaks down YPO’s value (it’s growth, not “networking”), how psychometrics (Map & Match) surface your real strengths, why many founders should stop “running the machine,” and his three levels of AI—especially Strategic AI, which he uses in 90-minute workshops to unlock new markets, products, and business models without the old-school strategy-consulting price tag.
Guest: Loic Potjes — Executive Coach to Scale-Up CEOs, Chairman & investor, regular media contributor, YPO member.
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CHAPTERS
00:01:14-00:01:53: Cold open & who Loic is (DisruptiveLeap)
00:01:53-00:04:52: YPO explained: growth over networking
00:04:52-00:09:35: Coaching CEOs, ADHD, alignment & a global lens
00:09:35-00:12:29: Founder vs operator—hire your complement
00:12:29-00:15:52: Strategy ≠ ideas: 80/20 plan, GTM & the “team engine”
00:15:52-00:17:28: When results show up & decluttering the CEO calendar
00:17:28-00:19:00: Who Loic coaches: $15M–$500M scale-ups, IPO talk
00:19:00-00:20:09: Women-led scale-ups—representation reality
00:20:09-00:21:32: Same coaching bar, different cultures & contexts
00:21:32-00:24:27: Finding “greatness”: Map & Match, purpose, strengths
00:24:27-00:30:22: AI’s 3 levels; Strategic AI; 90-min workshops vs consulting
00:30:22-00:31:15: Prompts = strategy muscle; how to reach Loic
00:31:15-00:31:56: Wrap-up & key takeaways

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Dan Pontefract is an award-winning author, leadership strategist, and culture change expert. Dan's podcast explores all aspects of leadership, organizational culture, purpose, and professional development. 
 
Dan is the best-selling author of five books: WORK-LIFE BLOOM, LEAD. CARE. WIN., OPEN TO THINK, THE PURPOSE EFFECT, and FLAT ARMY. A renowned speaker, Dan has presented at four different TED events and also writes for Forbes and Harvard Business Review. Dan is an adjunct professor at the University of Victoria, Gustavson School of Business, and has garnered more than 20 industry awards over his career.
 
Previously, as Chief Envisioner and Chief Learning Officer at TELUS—a Canadian telecommunications company with revenues of $14 billion and 50,000 global employees—he launched the Transformation Office, the TELUS MBA, and the TELUS Leadership Philosophy, all award-winning initiatives that dramatically helped to increase the company’s employee engagement to record levels of nearly 90%. Prior to TELUS, he held senior roles at SAP, Business Objects, and BCIT. He is honoured to be on the Thinkers50 radar list.

Our firm has over 25 years of experience assisting California businesses with contracts, mergers, acquisitions, equity financings, and other related corporate law matters. Our firm advises clients on buying and selling businesses, investor financing, and important business contracts.

I discuss buying, selling, financing and managing small and medium sized businesses either alone or with guests.  
I've started, bought, sold and closed businesses. 
Author of three best-selling business books; 'Invest Local: a guide to superior investment returns in your own community,' 'Franchise Warnings: What you really need to know before you buy' and 'How To Sell My Own Business: A guide to selling your own business without paying a broker's commission.' all available as well as 5 other books on Amazon or from www.DavidCBarnett.com

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Game Changers was designed BY government contractors FOR government contractors.  The focus of every episode is to give listeners a new tip, trick, or strategy that will help them find and win more contracts.  Each episode features Subject Matter Experts (SME), companies that are successfully winning contracts, or nationally recognized professional speakers and authors.  The show is hosted by government experts Michael LeJeune from Federal Access and Joshua Frank from RSM Federal.  Their award-winning program Federal Access has helped their clients win over $2 Billion in government contracts.  Game Changers releases a new episode every other week.

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Grownlearn is a dynamic and insightful podcast that delves deep into the world of business model transformation. Hosted by seasoned professionals with a passion for innovation, the podcast features engaging interviews with the foremost experts in the field. Each episode invites listeners to explore the strategies, challenges, and successes of businesses that have undergone significant transformations. From disruptive startups to established enterprises, Grownlearn provides a platform for the best minds in the industry to share their experiences, insights, and lessons learned. Whether you're an entrepreneur, business leader, or simply intrigued by the ever-evolving landscape of business, Grownlearn delivers thought-provoking conversations that inspire and inform. Tune in to stay ahead of the curve and discover the keys to unlocking growth and success through transformative business models.

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