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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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Join the Business Transitions Forum in a City Near You!

OCTOBER 16, 2025

Winnipeg

Delta Hotels Winnipeg

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October 28, 2025

Vancouver

Vancouver Convention Centre West

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NOV 13, 2025

SoCal

Westin South Coast Plaza

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NEW!
MARCH, 2026

Denver

Colorado Convention Centre

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APRIL 21, 2026

Alberta

Hyatt Regency Hotel Calgary

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MAY 6, 2026

Atlantic

Halifax Convention Centre

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MAY 2026

Toronto

Metro Toronto Convention Centre

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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.

Explore the Latest Articles from The BTF Insider

Canada

Why Branding Before Selling Your Business Can Increase Your Valuation

Sean Stephens, CEO of digital transformation agency Treefrog, is in the business of helping companies grow. Based in Ontario and founded in 1989, Treefrog has grown into a collective of companies specializing in digital strategy, tech, marketing, and transformation. Stephens joined in 1997, bought the business in 2002, and has been leading it for over two decades.
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Canada

Former Business Owner Mike Mann Reflects On Emotional Journey Of Selling His Company At Exit Forum

After selling two businesses over the span of his career, Mike Mann, a Moncton-based entrepreneur, is taking time to reflect—not just on the numbers, but the emotional toll that comes with stepping away from something you’ve built. Speaking during a recent interview following his appearance at the Atlantic Business Transitions Forum in Halifax, Mann shared insights from his experience, emphasizing the human side of selling a company.
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Canada

Doug Dougherty Shares Growth Story Of Cooper Equipment Rentals At Toronto Business Transitions Forum

At the Toronto Business Transitions Forum, Doug Dougherty, CEO of Cooper Equipment Rentals, is sharing the story of the company’s remarkable growth. Cooper, a family-owned business since its founding in 1972, has expanded to become a leading player in Canada’s equipment rental industry, with 89 locations and over 1,350 employees. In a conversation, Dougherty explained how the company, initially a small, family-owned business, grew into a national leader by staying true to its core values. He discussed how he and business partner Darrell Cooper navigated the challenges of scaling the company while maintaining a focus on people and culture.
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Canada

Toronto Entrepreneur To Share Hard-Won Lessons On Business Exits At Upcoming Forum

Toronto-based entrepreneur Joanna Track is no stranger to building—and exiting—successful businesses. Now, as the founder of digital marketing firm Good Eggs & Co., she’s preparing to share insights from two major business exits at the upcoming Business Transitions Forum in Toronto. “My current business, Good Eggs & Co., is a marketing firm pretty focused on digital content marketing,” said Track. “We work with brands, small and medium-sized businesses, help them from strategy through execution with email marketing, social media, website design, SEO, content development—everything that really pushes their story forward.”
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Canada

Connor O’Shea Shares M&A Insights At Business Transitions Forum

Connor O’Shea, President of Benpro Technologies Corporation and Founder of 3Fold Capital, recently brought his unique perspective on mergers and acquisitions to the Alberta Business Transitions Forum in Calgary. With over a decade of experience at Shell and a successful entrepreneurial exit under his belt, O’Shea now leads two Alberta-based industrial companies. His transition from corporate executive to business owner and investor offers valuable insight for those exploring acquisition strategies and succession planning.
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Canada

Ben Parsons Shares Key Insights On Successful Business Acquisitions & Preparation For Sellers

Ben Parsons, President and CEO of DALMAC, a manufacturing business in Charlottetown, PEI, is no stranger to business acquisitions. The print, signage, and promotional products company, primarily serving Atlantic Canada, was created via three successful acquisitions, and one partnership, executed by Parsons and his business partner Ben Howard.
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