Exit Readiness Checklist, a CFO Perspective

The deal floodgates will soon open. Here’s how financial leaders and investors can proactively ensure their companies or portco stand out in a crowded marketplace.
Updated: October 22, 2024

After a period of relative quiet in the market, many experts anticipate that the “floodgates” could soon open, bringing a surge of deals to the table. Financial leaders and investors need to be proactive to ensure their companies or portco stand out in what could become a crowded marketplace.

With many CFOs and business leaders navigating lean teams and tight resources, it’s more crucial than ever to strike the right balance between ongoing operations and exit preparations.

In this video CFO of Bloomerang Steve Isom and Consero Managing Director of CFO Advisory Services Tom Pierce will cover:

  • Why is Exit Readiness a Topic for Today
  • The Essential Role the CFO plays
  • What Comprises Exit Readiness
  • Elements of Exit Readiness
  • Final Takeaways

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