Attend this practical and informative workshop, applicable to businesses in all stages, and learn how to position your company for the likelihood of a successful sale.  Attendees at this event will learn critical steps that need to be taken in order to educate themselves and become fully prepared for this life-changing process.  This will be accomplished by:

• Going through a series of questions that all business owners need to address when considering a transition
• Understanding what some of the common mistakes and pitfalls during the sale/transition process, and how to avoid them
• Learning what resources are available, and how to take advantage of themThis workshop is presented by Bruce Leech and Dave Jackson, two experienced entrepreneurs who have successfully built and sold their businesses. 

Presenters

Bruce Leech founded CrossCom National, Inc. in 1981, a company that achieved $90 million in annual revenues. CrossCom installs and services voice and data systems for large US retailers like Walgreens, CVS, Kohls, Kmart, and TJ Maxx. Bruce also expanded CrossCom into the UK and supported both US and UK retailers. In 2004, Bruce sold a majority interest in the firm to a private equity group, and continues to serve on CrossCom's Board of Directors. Bruce is Co-Founder of evolve, LLC a membership organization of business owners working on their value creation and business transition strategies. Having been through this process himself, Bruce is able to provide insight into this very important area in the life of the business owner. Furthermore, he serves as an advisor to several companies and is involved with a number of non-profit organizations and educational institutions. Bruce earned his bachelor's degree from Michigan State University, and an MBA from DePaul University. He is also Chairman of the Advisory Board for the Coleman Entrepreneurship Center at DePaul. 

David Jackson is Evanston Advisors' Chief Operating Officer where he is responsible for strategic planning, operations, and relationship management. Prior to joining Evanston Advisors in 2001, he owned FirstChoice HealthCare, a middle-market home health care company. David's business plan for rapid growth and significant competitive advantages led to a two-part sale of the business in 1996 and again in 1998. Since that time David has been an active business investor and professional business advisor sharing his knowledge and experience with other successful business owners. As a way to give back to the community, he continues to be involved with many non-profit and charitable efforts. David earned bachelor degrees in Business Administration and in Public Policy from Carthage Collage.