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When a business comes with a clear, documented playbook, it becomes instantly more attractive to buyers. In this on-demand webinar, Clinton Johnston, Board Member at Benchmark International, and Tom Healy, Head of Certified Partners at Trainual, share how clear systems and processes reduce risk, increase valuation, and drive buyer confidence.
Deciding to sell your business is one of the most significant decisions you'll ever make. While maximizing proceeds is crucial, it's not the only factor that should influence your decision. Life circumstances, time with family, and other qualitative aspects can often outweigh pure financial gain. Join us for an insightful webinar as we explore the many motivations behind the decision to sell a business and why it's essential to consider both qualitative and quantitative factors in your decision-making process.
This webinar is a must-attend for business owners, particularly those who are contemplating the sale of their business. As the market remains strong but more disciplined, understanding your true motivations for selling can help you make the best decision for your future. Whether you’re aiming to maximize your financial returns or prioritize time with loved ones, this session will provide valuable insights to help you navigate the complex decision of when and why to sell
Dara Shareef serves as Managing Partner at Benchmark International and is charged with running the Tampa Transaction office. He also holds the rare distinction of having served in every role over the course of his career. His diverse background as both an operator of business and an investor into businesses allows him to anticipate issues in deals before they happen. Having been in each of their shoes, this allows him to think like both a seller and a buyer. Before arriving at Benchmark International, Dara served as COO of GSL Solutions. GSL provides web design and content management for roughly half of the US Senate and many school districts. Before GSL, he was a VC working for three different funds and held C-Suite operational roles in several businesses. Dara was formerly Vice Chairman of Sunmark Federal Credit Union in NY. One of the most exciting aspects of Dara's job is the opportunity it affords him to play with dozens of industries and business models. He has successfully facilitated transactions in sectors as diverse as SaaS, Commercial Landscaping, Vertical Market Software, Healthcare, Retail, Commercial Printing, Business Services, Marketing, IT Services, Niche Manufacturing, and Engineering.
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Family-owned companies are important to the overall economy and the fabric of the global business landscape. But it is not always easy to sustain their success spanning generations. Most businesses do not even reach the second generation, and even fewer make it to the third. However, well-run family companies tend to be more profitable and stay in business longer than other privately owned companies.
Programmatic mergers and acquisitions are a strategic approach to M&A deals that companies use to acquire several smaller companies to achieve specific goals, such as growth and value creation. This strategy differs from traditional M&A transactions, which usually involve singular transactions and higher valuations.
When entrepreneurs and business owners consider expanding their operations, a common question arises: Will growth ultimately result in higher valuation multiples? Understanding this relationship is crucial for strategic decision-making, whether you're planning a merger, acquisition, seeking investment, or preparing for an exit.
Company valuations are a vital part of business sales, as they determine market value. Any buyer showing interest in your business will want the most accurate idea of what it is worth.
Benchmark International is pleased to announce the majority stake acquisition of the fresh id products group (“fresh id products”) by Fluid Branding Ireland Limited, a 100% subsidiary of Brand Revolution LLC.
Many know Thaddeus Bullard as WWE Global Ambassador and WWE Hall of Fame Warrior Award recipient Titus O’Neil. Throughout Tampa Bay, however, he has become equally recognized for creating opportunities for underserved families, supporting students, and investing in the next generation of leaders.