Our program is packed with insightful, educational and inspiring content around growth and transition delivered by local business owners and experts.
Attending the BTF Alberta conference provides you with invaluable insights, experiences and actionable strategies for growing your business, managing transitions, and executing successful acquisitions so you are ready for the eventual exit of your business.
“I attended the first BTF Alberta event in 2016 as a business owner representing an ownership group and so having the opportunity to Chair this event in 2025 is a special opportunity that I’m honoured to take. This event is a tremendous opportunity to meet a great group of business owners and advisors and to listen to stories and experiences of people who have previously taken this journey that will positively impact and inform people who are currently on their business transition journey.
I look forward to seeing you in April in Calgary!”
Alberta lawyers may consider including this course as a CPD learning activity in your mandatory annual Continuing Professional Development Plan as required by the Law Society of Alberta.
This conference is also recognized by the Family Enterprise Canada for 3 hours of professional development for FEA designations. CPAs may also report 7 verifiable CPD hours.
Introduction by: Tabreez Lila, Managing Director, Growth and Transition Capital, BDC Capital
What do economic conditions and market trends look like in a world recovering from COVID? How has the pandemic affected your business and will the economy rebound to pre pandemic numbers? This session will provide insights into both a macro view of the economy, as well as provide insights on regional and industry sector differences. You will also get an understanding of the current mergers and acquisitions environment and factors which might impact it in the future.
Whether the sale of your business is on the horizon or many years away, most experts agree that it can take years to optimally structure a company to increase the probability of a successful sale. Who’s to know if and when there may come a knock on your door? What exactly should you be doing now in order to get your business ready?
This session will provide you with an understanding of the extensiveness of the process and how much advanced planning is required so that you can build your own roadmap with exactly what you need for a successful transition.
What do buyers look for when assessing a potential acquisition? Growth prospects, financial health, management team, COVID impacts and strategic fit are just a few of the considerations.
In this panel strategic buyers and private equity purchasers will discuss the metrics that matter most to them, lessons they have learned along the way and what to consider if you are just looking for liquidity options (ie, you just want to take some cash off the table).
Negotiating the sale of your business can vary significantly, not only between bidders but also with any particular potential buyer. The process selected and terms dictated by the seller in a transaction will impact the “price” paid. It is fundamental to understand how the selling process will impact what you receive for your company.
The panel will discuss and elaborate on best practices, industry myths and misconceptions, and alternatives for consideration in designing a process to structure your transaction for a fair price. Through an interactive discussion you’ll learn:
