Lunch and Learn - Business Exit Strategy Workshop

Thinking about selling your business one day? Start planning now.

Join Fiona Laryn,  a Business Broker with Barker Business Brokerage, specialising in helping business owners prepare for, market, and sell their businesses. Drawing on her experience as a former business owner who has completed multiple business acquisitions and sales, she supports vendors through every stage of the sale process, from planning and valuation through to negotiation and settlement.

Whether you're looking to exit your business in 3 months, 10 years or simply want to keep your options open for the future, this workshop is designed to help business owners understand what drives business value and how to prepare for a successful transition.

Who is this for?
- Business owners who are considering selling or exiting at some point
- Owners wanting to increase the value and saleability of their business
- Entrepreneurs planning for retirement, succession, or a change in direction
- Business partners exploring future ownership options

All industries welcome, what we'll cover:
- How to create an effective exit strategy
- The different exit options available and which one suits you best
- How businesses are valued in New Zealand, including common industry multiples and key valuation drivers
- What buyers look for when assessing a business
- Practical steps to make your business more attractive and easier to sell
- Common mistakes that can reduce business value or delay a sale
- How to prepare financially, operationally, and personally for an eventual exit

Why attend?
The best exits are planned well in advance. Whether you intend to sell tomorrow or in 10 years, understanding what drives value today gives you the opportunity to build a stronger, more profitable, and more saleable business tomorrow.