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Operate at the level of excellence today, be ready at any time for an exit…

We support business owners in aligning personal, financial and business goals 

Grow business value today, operate at the level of excellence today, be ready at any time for an exit…

 

As a lifelong entrepreneur, just like you, I understand the special interconnectedness your business has with the rest of your life. If you are anything like I was, you have prioritized your business over your personal and financial needs. While most of us agree that having a transition strategy is important for us and our business – Many of us, I’d even say most of us haven’t done the work of creating that plan for our business or ourselves, leaving the business we have built and our future happiness and financial security at risk. 

The rather scary truth is that 50% of business transitions don’t happen voluntary but are rather due to one of the 5 D’s – Death, disability, divorce, distress or disagreement.

As a founder it can be hard to think about exiting your business. Your business is more than numbers and more than a job or even a career. It’s personal. It’s a part of you and intrinsically linked to your personal finances, lifetime plans and identity. It may be that you love what you do and thus, don’t think that planning your ‘exit’ makes sense.  It’s possible that thinking about ‘exiting’ feels scary because you don’t want to think about the end or don’t know what your third act will be. It simply could be hard to step back and think that far beyond the exciting initiatives you have on your plate right now.

Whatever the case may be for you – preparing your business, personal life and financial needs for a transition regardless of when you plan to activate - enables you to ensure that you can make choices about your future on your terms, have the financial means and transfer your incredible talent and passion into exciting ventures in the years to come. After all, 80-90% of most business owner’s personal wealth lies inside of their business.

Exit planning is simply smart business strategy that delivers increased value today while offering readiness, opportunity and transferrable value tomorrow.

— Sarah Van Aken

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What People Are Saying

 Sarah is a premier entrepreneur whose dynamic energy drives change within an organization. In the four years I’ve worked with Sarah, I experienced how she first architected a vision for organizational redesign, and then diligently led her team through execution. Sarah demonstrates excellent communication skills. She clearly articulates the ‘why change is needed and how we are going to move forward.’ She is highly engaged, drives for results and fosters relationships.  Her unique traits and broad background make Sarah a stand-out among entrepreneurs and enable her to deliver value as an advisor.  It’s a pleasure to work with her. 

— Marybeth Sibert, Director,

Creative & Artist Relations at American Greetings

For Sarah values run deep. Not only is she a talented and dynamic leader, but she cares about people and a healthy environment. In her own business she was mindful of her whole supply chain – from the well-being of those who produced her fabrics and the impact of production on our natural environment to the well-being of her own employees, community, and customers. Sarah has much to offer other entrepreneurs who seek to prosper while helping to build a more fair, compassionate and green economy.

 

Judy Wicks, Author of “Good Morning, Beautiful Business,” founder of White Dog Cafe, Fair Food and Sustainable Business Network of Greater Philadelphia.

In the four years that Sarah was President and COO for Kathy Davis Studios, she helped to guide our company to excellence and eventual acquisition. As founder, I was not only impressed with Sarah’s business and management skills, but I found her to be open minded, thoughtful and collegial.  I came to depend a great deal on her to not only run the day-to-day business, but to help transform our organization for the future.

 

— Founder & CVO Kathy Davis Studios

 

I have known Sarah for nine years and have observed her growth into a truly inspirational leader. Sarah is a complete package as an executive, she is extremely well balanced between left and right brain. As a leader she always sets an incredible example to her team through her dedication to hard work and her tenacity towards getting results. Overall, I would say Sarah’s greatest strength is her ability to communicate effectively with everyone, no matter the circumstances

 

Jay Levitt, President & CEO, Jay H. Levitt International

(formerly President & CEO, Fashion Bug, May Company) 

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