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.

Join the Business Transitions Forum in a City Near You!

Winnipeg

Delta Hotels Winnipeg

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Vancouver

Vancouver Convention Centre West

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SoCal

Westin South Coast Plaza

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NEW!

Denver

Colorado Convention Centre

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Alberta

Hyatt Regency Hotel Calgary

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Atlantic

Halifax Convention Centre

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Toronto

The Quay (Toronto Region Board of Trade)

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Saskatoon

TCU Place

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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

Presenting The BTF Experience

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

From Home Care To Cannabis: Georgia Pothier’s Entrepreneurial Journey

In a recent interview, entrepreneur Georgia Pothier shared insights into her remarkable career transition, from running a successful home care business to launching Best Kind Edibles, a licensed producer of cannabis products in Nova Scotia.
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Canada

Laura Vaughan On CEO Peer Learning & Business Transitions

Leadership can be a lonely and complex journey, but Laura Vaughan, Ontario Regional Director at MacKay CEO Forums, is working to change that. Based in the Greater Toronto Area, Vaughan facilitates peer learning groups that bring together CEOs and executives to share insights, tackle challenges, and gain a broader perspective on leadership.
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Canada

Woodward Capital’s Vision For Supporting Canadian Businesses

Woodward Capital, a holding company focused on investing in small to medium-sized founder-owned and family-owned businesses, has quickly made its mark since launching two and a half years ago. Based in Ontario, the firm is carving out a niche by addressing succession challenges facing Canadian businesses.
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Canada

Empowering Legacy Business Transitions Across Canada & Beyond

Decisive Dividend Corporation, a Kelowna-based acquisition-oriented company, is reshaping the landscape for legacy business owners across Canada with its unique “buy, build, and hold” strategy. At the helm of this innovative organization is Chief Executive Officer Jeff Schellenberg, who recently shared insights into the company’s mission, operations, and involvement in the upcoming Alberta Business Transitions Forum (BTF).
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USA

Navigating Entrepreneurial Transitions: Insights From Mike Dill Of Holland & Hart

Entrepreneurship can be a thrilling journey, but it can also come with significant challenges—especially when it’s time to scale or transition a business. Mike Dill, a partner focused on M&A at law firm, Holland & Hart, shared his expertise on the complexities of helping entrepreneurs navigate these pivotal moments. Based in Denver, with offices throughout the Mountain West, Holland & Hart specializes in guiding business owners from start-up through scaling and ultimately to an exit.
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Canada

DIY Disaster: Think Twice About Trying To Sell Your Business Yourself

If you’ve done a good job building and running your business, well done – this is what you’re good at, and have time for. You then might arrive at the point where you feel it’s time to transition your business towards an exit. So, what should – or shouldn’t – you do? “Taking your eye off the ball while running a successful business you want to sell is the worst thing that can happen,” said Brett Story, partner at Denver-based investment banking firm Britehorn Partners.
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Next Event: Winnipeg