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North America’s Premier Conference for Business Owners

The Business Transitions Forum

Join visionary business leaders to learn actionable growth and transition strategies. Network and gain expert insights to elevate your business’s value for a successful transition.

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OCTOBER 16, 2024

Winnipeg

Delta Hotels Winnipeg

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NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Vancouver

Vancouver Convention Centre

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NEW
MARCH 5, 2025

Denver

Colorado Convention Centre

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APRIL 22, 2025

Alberta

Hyatt Regency Hotel Calgary

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APRIL 29, 2025

Atlantic

Halifax Convention Centre

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MAY 21, 2025

Toronto

Metro Toronto Convention Centre

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FALL 2025

San Diego

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About The Business Transitions Forum

Since 2015, the Business Transitions Forum has been guiding entrepreneurs through comprehensive growth strategies and ownership transitions, including opportunities for mergers and acquisitions (M&A) to enhance shareholder value.

Join top entrepreneurs and North America’s leading experts to:

  1. Increase market share and shareholder value
  2. Identify growth and scaling opportunities
  3. Understand the acquisition and sale process
  4. Assess if M&A is the right growth path for your business
  5. Implement actionable strategies to elevate your business’s value at any stage in your transition journey

Discover Growth & Transition Strategies at BTF

Expert Insights

Gain exclusive access to industry experts and thought leaders who will share their knowledge and strategies on successful business transitions.

Networking Opportunities

Connect with like-minded entrepreneurs, investors, and advisors. Build relationships that could be crucial for your business’s future.

Practical Takeaways

Learn actionable steps and best practices that you can implement immediately to ensure a smooth transition process.

Tailored Content

Choose from a variety of sessions that are specifically designed to address different transition scenarios and challenges.

Innovative Solutions

Discover the latest tools, resources, and services that can support you in planning and executing your business transition effectively.

Success Stories

Hear real-life case studies from entrepreneurs who have successfully navigated their business transitions.

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Canada

Agency Creates Believers In The Brands They Believe In

Tom Shepansky is one of the Founders of Rethink Communications, the leading independent creative agency in Canada. Rethink was founded 25 years ago and has grown beyond Canada to become a Globally recognized agency, most recently awarded Independent Agency of the Year at the Cannes festival. Rethink has offices in Vancouver, Toronto, Montreal and has recently opened a New York office to serve global brands in the US and beyond.
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Canada

More Businesses Coming To The Market These Days

Negotiating a successful merger or acquisition takes more than expertise and experience. It also requires deep focus, serious goal-setting and the strength and stamina to go the distance. Kevin Shaw, President & Managing Director at Baker Tilly Capital, has worked with businesses in a variety of industries ranging from hospitality to construction in providing his expertise and experience in acquisition planning, divestitures, business strategy and business transition.
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USA

Providing A One-Stop Shop For Executive Services

Karen Jordan, based in San Diego, California, launched a unique business last year to fill a growing need in the marketplace. She founded Hibernia Executive Partners to provide access to on demand C Suite executives. “We provide fractional C Suite services. So I’m the one-stop shop for any executive level support that the company might need,” said Jordan, who is the company’s CEO.
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Canada

Your Business Will Grow To The Extent That You Do

Husband and wife team Celine and Allan Bacani took over ownership of Vancouver-based Lee’s Donuts six years ago and have grown the business from one location to its current six and a commissary in the region with plans for national growth.
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USA

Attention Entrepreneurs: How Solid Is The Infrastructure Of Your Life?

You’ve started, grown, and possibly transitioned your business, but how are you doing? Business owners can understandably get deeply wrapped up in what they do as entrepreneurship, and leadership, is often tied to the metrics, passion, and, hopefully, success, of what had originally been just an idea.
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Canada

Strategically Growing Your Business For A Future Sale

Cheryl Zealand, Founder and CEO of Cranked Energy, based in Winnipeg, started her business as a personal thing. “I wanted wholesome, quality energy for myself and my family. The truth is that I couldn’t find exactly what I was looking for. I wanted something that’s freshly made from quality ingredients and is full of energy and protein. I was also not willing to sacrifice taste—and neither were my kids!
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