We recently shared with you how owners can control their exit and not let their exit control them. We highlighted the foreword to the book Poised for Exit by Julie Keyes, which was written by Sunbelt Business Advisors and True North Mergers and Acquisitions CEO Chris Jones. If that sparked your interest, here is the...
Most business owners don’t want to think about exit planning. You spend years focused on growth, not on selling. It feels distant, uncomfortable, or even unnecessary, and you’ll get to it “someday.” But as Chris Jones, CEO of Sunbelt Business Advisors and True North Mergers and Acquisitions, writes in his foreword to Poised for Exit...
You may have seen the recent news: Minnesota Rusco, as their well-known jingle states, has been a strong and respected company in our community since 1955. Without warning, it was shut down after recently being acquired by an out-of-state private equity group. What Went Wrong? In full disclosure, we were not a part of this...
You’ve poured years into your business, and you’ve built something valuable. Getting something for all your hard work sounds great, but maybe you’re not ready to walk away. You still love the work, the people, the impact, but maybe you just don’t want all your wealth tied up in your business anymore, or you feel...
Every business owner knows the feeling: “Let’s go one more year. Just one more good year before I sell.” It sounds reasonable. Finish strong, boost value, leave on a high note. But here’s what often happens instead: That “one more year” turns into two or three.Energy starts to dip.Growth slows, and reinvestment stalls.Market conditions shift.And...
From the Mpls/St. Paul Business Journal: Best Places to Work: Sunbelt Business Advisors, 2025 A 401(k), charitable giving match program, and medical, dental and life insurance policies are just a few of the many reasons Minneapolis-based Sunbelt Business Advisors earned its fifth “Best Places to Work” award. CEO Chris Jones on what sets their culture...
Running a business is hard. Even the most successful owners eventually hit a wall. Maybe you’re showing up out of obligation and not inspiration, tired, stuck, or just not excited anymore. If that sounds familiar, it’s not a failure. It’s a sign. But here’s the thing: burnout isn’t a business plan. And boredom isn’t a...
Selling your business is one of the most important financial decisions you’ll ever make. For most owners, it’s a once-in-a-lifetime event. There are no do-overs, so getting it right that one time can make a huge impact for you going forward. The difference between a good deal and a great one can shape the next...
Source: Business Broker Industry Research | Download the Market Pulse Report The quarterly IBBA and M&A Source Market Pulse Survey was created to gain an accurate understanding of the market conditions for businesses being sold in Main Street and the Lower Middle Market. The national survey was conducted with the intent of providing a valuable...
