by Hannah Grant | Sep 10, 2025 | ESOPs, News
For over 150 years, the dominant model of ownership for professional service firms had been the partnership. It had a good run, but its time has passed. For accountants, lawyers, architects, engineers, investment bankers, and countless niche professionals, even...
by Hannah Grant | Aug 7, 2025 | Consulting, Consulting Services, Insights, News
Construction is a cornerstone of America, as are the individuals who devote their careers to this vital profession. In an industry characterized by fragmentation, high turnover, and volatility, the exit options for a business owner are often limited. Proactive...
by Hannah Grant | Jul 18, 2025 | ESOPs, News
Employee stock ownership plans, or “ESOPs”, come in all shapes and sizes. There is no definition of a company or an industry that makes a perfect candidate for an ESOP. However, naturally there are industries where an ESOP makes sense for both the business and the...
by Hannah Grant | May 29, 2025 | News, Transaction Opinions
Trial and error can be a great way to learn, especially when making errors. The more painful the error, the stronger the lesson sticks. Since most business owners get one, maybe two opportunities to sell a business in their lifetime, trial and error isn’t an option....
by Hannah Grant | Apr 16, 2025 | Consulting, Consulting Services, News, Transaction Opinions
Dear Buyer, If you’re anything like me, you love a good deal: “BOGO”, “50% off”, “final sale”, “clearance”, “all must go.” What comes to mind when you see these discount signs? I usually think one of two things: This is a great deal, and I should buy it; or What...
