While the core 5 D’s are widely recognized, there is some variation in definitions. For instance, Evolve Systems includes “Disaster” instead of “Distress,” focusing on external threats like pandemics, which may overlap with “Distress” in other sources. This variation is not controversial but reflects the adaptability of exit planning to different business contexts. The evidence leans toward the importance of covering all unexpected scenarios, whether labeled as “Distress” or “Disaster,” to ensure comprehensive planning.
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Lessons from a Farmer: Legacy, Leadership, and Family Business Succession
This focus on legacy shaped everything he did. It wasn’t about clinging to power or maximizing short-term gains; it was about ensuring the farm remained a living bond between past, present, and future.
The Baby Boomer Business Dilemma: Why Selling Now is Crucia
a surprising number of baby boomers are holding onto their businesses rather than putting them on the market. This hesitation has significant implications—not just for the boomers themselves, but for the broader economy. In this post, we’ll explore why baby boomers are delaying the sale of their businesses and why the time to act is running out.
What’s the Legacy of Your Tampa Business?
Your legacy depends on who you are, how you run your business, and what you aim for. It’s forged through relationships—with partners, employees, peers, family, and me as your CEPA. Whether it’s personal fulfillment, community good, or a thriving business, I’m here to help Tampa owners make it happen.
Tracking the Right KPIs to Boost Your Business Value: A Tampa Broker’s Take
By Michael Shea, CEPA, CBI, CMAP, BCI – Transworld Business Advisors March 27, 2025 As a Tampa-based business broker with Transworld Business Advisors and a Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA®), Certified Business Intermediary (CBI), Certified Mergers & Acquisitions Professional (CMAP), and Board Certified Intermediary (BCI), I often get asked: What should my business be tracking? […]