Mr. Mashuda spoke to attendees about the important economic impact of successfully transferring small businesses ownership from the current owner or founder to an acquiring third party.  His presentation included information about how to identify businesses that may benefit from a third party sale, the importance of properly pricing the business in order to attract third party investment, and how to effectively work with independent lending institutions to develop financing packages that attract outside investment.

Small businesses employ millions of people across Pennsylvania and maintaining continuity of ownership is critical to the vitality of both the local and national economy.

Joshua Skopp, Executive Director of PEDA had this to say about the presentation, “Coming from an individual who spends a large portion of his professional efforts working on the development of training programs and workshops for members and partners of our organization, I not only want to emphasize the value of the knowledge you shared with our audience, but also praise the dynamic nature of your presentation style.”

For more information about the presentation or to learn more about how River’s Edge Alliance Group can help you create an exit strategy for your business, please contact Scott Mashuda at (412) 915-3082 or reach him by e-mail at smashuda@RiversEdgeAlliance.com.

To learn more about what Joshua Skopp had to say about the PEDA presentation, please see take a moment to review his letter of appreciation.  Thanks Josh!

Attendees had the opportunity to interface directly with senior members of the River’s Edge Alliance Group team and gather first hand information about the process of transferring business ownership.  Lots of detailed information was exchanged including:

• How to determine a proper asking price
• The importance of having third party representation
• How to maintain confidentiality; and
• The importance of developing personal chemistry with potential buyers

Following the seminar attendees had nothing but positive things to say about the experience including, “I really enjoyed the presentation,” and “very professional and informative.”

A special thank you to all the business owners that took time from their schedule to join us!  Hopefully we will have the opportunity to work with you on a transfer of ownership when the time is right.

For more information about the seminar or to learn more about how River’s Edge Alliance Group can help you exit your business, please contact Scott Mashuda at (440) 915-3082 or reach him by e-mail at smashuda@RiversEdgeAlliance.com.

The conference was attended by over 150 government guaranteed lenders, SBA Administrators, Small Business Development Centers, and community development organizations.

Mr. Mashuda spoke  about “Understanding Business Acquisitions and Valuations.”  Specific topics of discussion included:

• How value is determined
• How to know the difference between a good deal and a bad deal
• When to spend your time reviewing a potential transaction; and
• How to quickly determine if a deal is of interest to your bank

Feedback from attendees was overwhelmingly positive and we would like to thank the WPASGL Board of Directors for the invitation to speak and the opportunity to meet all of your great members!

For more information regarding the conference please visit the WPASGL website.

The seminar tore through the misconceptions and misguided information that attendees had gathered online and through acquaintances tackling the real issues surrounding selling your business.  Such as:

• If you don’t price it right, it will not sell.
• You cannot sell the business yourself and obtain maximum value
• Confidentiality is key to a successful transaction
• If the buyer and seller don’t like each other the deal won’t happen; and
• Many more

For more information regarding this seminar and upcoming seminars hosted by River’s Edge Alliance Group, please contact Todd Torquato by phone at (412) 631-8701 or by e-mail at tatorquato@RiversEdgeAlliance.com.

The Partnership provides member companies with access to tools and resources in five key categories:  expertise, services, talent, customers, and capital.  These resources are intended to strengthen a member company’s competitiveness and assist in scaling operations faster.

River’s Edge Alliance Group is thrilled to be accepted into this community as a “ramp-up” member and anxious to take advantage of all the great resources available to grow!