Empowering Businesses to

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Exit Planning

In exit planning, I specialize in crafting strategies, ensuring every facet of your business is meticulously aligned for a favorable transition. I delve into the specifics of your operation, working in partnership with you to develop a roadmap that maximizes financial gains while safeguarding the legacy of your life's work.

Mergers & Acquisitions Advising

My expertise in mergers and acquisitions lies in a nuanced understanding of the intricate dynamics of deal-making. I guide you through due diligence, negotiation, and the execution of transactions, ensuring your interests are meticulously represented throughout the process.

Change Management

My approach to change management is rooted in a deep understanding of organizational behavior and the challenges inherent in transition. I am committed to guiding your team through change with minimal disruption, ensuring a smooth and effective adaptation to new structures, processes, or strategies.

Value Building

In value building, I focus on enhancing every aspect of your business to increase its overall worth. By evaluating and improving how your company operates and how it's perceived in the market, I work towards boosting its value, making it more appealing and profitable when it's time to make your strategic exit.

Family Business Mediation

In family business mediation, I act as a neutral arbiter, facilitating constructive dialogue and resolution in the delicate dynamics of family-owned enterprises. I aim to harmonize business objectives with familial relationships, ensuring a cohesive path forward for all stakeholders.

Business Coaching

As your business coach, I provide an objective perspective, coupled with actionable insights grounded in decades of entrepreneurial experience. I focus on fostering your strengths, identifying growth opportunities, and navigating the complex challenges of business ownership, propelling you towards your professional and personal goals.

Sales & Marketing Strategy

I recognize that a robust sales and marketing strategy is fundamental to business growth and a successful exit. I collaborate with you to refine your brand's message, optimize market reach, and implement scalable systems that drive revenue and enhance the attractiveness of your business to potential acquirers.

“I have worked with Scott Garrison in different capacities spanning over 25 years. I appreciate his wisdom and insight in navigating the journey of business succession. His leadership, his steadiness, and his business knowledge is second to none.”

— Cherese G., Bakersfield, California

My Approach

Personalized

Planning for an exit is much more than a purely business decision. It is one that can help you achieve your personal goals and needs to align with your unique lifestyle. I am committed to a person-first approach, working with you to develop a custom strategy.

Comprehensive

My approach to exit planning strategy is rooted in a comprehensive methodology that leaves no stone unturned. I meticulously analyze every facet of your business, from its financial health to market dynamics, ensuring a thorough understanding of the landscape.

Strategic

I focus on aligning every aspect of the plan with your overarching goals, ensuring that each decision contributes to the larger strategic vision for your exit. Every step is calculated to maximize the value of your business.

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