8TH ANNUAL
April 27, 2027 • Halifax Convention Centre
Our program is packed with insightful, educational and inspiring content around growth and transition delivered by local business owners and experts.
Attending the BTF Atlantic 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.
Tracy Bell is the Executive Director of the Wallace McCain Institute (WMI), home to Atlantic Canada’s most trusted and influential network of entrepreneurial leaders. A former journalist turned corporate executive and founder, Tracy brings a cross-sector lens to helping business owners navigate growth, transition, and long-term value creation.
Join us for an evening of drinks and appetizers at our VIP Welcome Reception. This exclusive INVITE ONLY event offers a unique opportunity to connect with Atlantic’s top entrepreneurs and industry leaders in a relaxed setting. Make valuable connections, and set the tone for a successful conference experience.
Join us for an evening of drinks and appetizers at our VIP Welcome Reception. This exclusive INVITE ONLY event offers a unique opportunity to connect with Atlantic’s top entrepreneurs and industry leaders in a relaxed setting. Make valuable connections, and set the tone for a successful conference experience.
Interest rates, trade uncertainty, an ageing owner demographic, and a wave of private equity capital chasing fewer quality deals – the forces shaping your transition options are already in motion.
This session gives business owners a ground-level read on where the M&A market actually stands: which sectors…
Interest rates, trade uncertainty, an ageing owner demographic, and a wave of private equity capital chasing fewer quality deals – the forces shaping your transition options are already in motion.
This session gives business owners a ground-level read on where the M&A market actually stands: which sectors are commanding premium multiples, which are being discounted, and what serious buyers are prioritising right now.
You’ll leave with a clear understanding of current economic conditions and what they mean for valuation, timing, and your real options – not a vague overview, but an honest, specific look at the landscape so you can make better decisions about what comes next.
Interest rates, trade uncertainty, an ageing owner demographic, and a wave of private equity capital chasing fewer quality deals – the forces shaping your transition options are already in motion.
This session gives business owners a ground-level read on where the M&A market actually stands: which sectors…
Get a clear, unfiltered look at today’s M&A landscape directly from active buyers and dealmakers. This session reveals what types of deals are getting done, where valuations are shifting, and what acquirers are prioritizing right now – so you can make smarter decisions about timing, growth, and…
Get a clear, unfiltered look at today’s M&A landscape directly from active buyers and dealmakers. This session reveals what types of deals are getting done, where valuations are shifting, and what acquirers are prioritizing right now – so you can make smarter decisions about timing, growth, and readiness.
Get a clear, unfiltered look at today’s M&A landscape directly from active buyers and dealmakers. This session reveals what types of deals are getting done, where valuations are shifting, and what acquirers are prioritizing right now – so you can make smarter decisions about timing, growth, and…
Most business owners are scaling without answering the most important question first: what are you actually building towards?
Build-to-sell and build-to-keep aren’t just different exit strategies — they’re different operating philosophies. How you approach…
Most business owners are scaling without answering the most important question first: what are you actually building towards?
Build-to-sell and build-to-keep aren’t just different exit strategies — they’re different operating philosophies. How you approach capital, people, organic growth versus acquisition, and risk all depends on which path you’re on. If you haven’t made that choice consciously, you may be optimizing for the wrong outcome.
Join a panel of accomplished entrepreneurs and seasoned advisors who have successfully scaled their businesses through both organic and accelerated strategies. They’ll share real-world insights, proven frameworks, and practical examples to help you grow with confidence and avoid costly missteps.
Key Takeaways:
Most business owners are scaling without answering the most important question first: what are you actually building towards?
Build-to-sell and build-to-keep aren’t just different exit strategies — they’re different operating philosophies. How you approach…
Every business sale starts with the same question: why are you selling?
Whether it’s financial freedom, legacy, timing, or simply knowing you’ve taken the business as far as you want to — getting clear on your why shapes every decision that follows. It influences who the right…
Every business sale starts with the same question: why are you selling?
Whether it’s financial freedom, legacy, timing, or simply knowing you’ve taken the business as far as you want to — getting clear on your why shapes every decision that follows. It influences who the right buyer is, what terms actually matter to you, and what a good outcome looks like on the other side.
Once you’re clear on that, the tactical work begins. This session walks you through the key steps of a successful sale — from deciding whether to hire an advisor or banker, to preparing your business for the process, finding the right buyers, and structuring a deal that reflects what you actually want.
In this session you will learn:
Every business sale starts with the same question: why are you selling?
Whether it’s financial freedom, legacy, timing, or simply knowing you’ve taken the business as far as you want to — getting clear on your why shapes every decision that follows. It influences who the right…
Building a saleable business doesn’t happen by chance – it requires intentional planning, strategic decision-making, and operational excellence. Whether you’re considering selling now or preparing for the future, this session will explore the key factors that make your business irresistible to buyers — and…
Building a saleable business doesn’t happen by chance – it requires intentional planning, strategic decision-making, and operational excellence. Whether you’re considering selling now or preparing for the future, this session will explore the key factors that make your business irresistible to buyers — and teach you how to see your business through their eyes.
Gain actionable insights on how to increase enterprise value and position your business for success in any market. This expert-led panel will help you ensure that your business thrives today and remains primed for a seamless transition when the time is right — because being prepared doesn’t just make the process smoother, it makes a measurable difference at the closing table.
Key Takeaways:
Building a saleable business doesn’t happen by chance – it requires intentional planning, strategic decision-making, and operational excellence. Whether you’re considering selling now or preparing for the future, this session will explore the key factors that make your business irresistible to buyers — and…
Receiving an offer to buy your company marks a critical phase in your entrepreneurial journey. But what comes next? How do you navigate the complexities of valuation, negotiation, and transition planning to ensure the best possible outcome?
This session will provide key insights and tactical steps to…
Receiving an offer to buy your company marks a critical phase in your entrepreneurial journey. But what comes next? How do you navigate the complexities of valuation, negotiation, and transition planning to ensure the best possible outcome?
This session will provide key insights and tactical steps to successfully manage the sale process, helping you make informed decisions about whether to hire an advisor or banker, how to prepare your business for the transaction, and how to structure the deal for maximum value.
What You’ll Learn:
Receiving an offer to buy your company marks a critical phase in your entrepreneurial journey. But what comes next? How do you navigate the complexities of valuation, negotiation, and transition planning to ensure the best possible outcome?
This session will provide key insights and tactical steps to…
Nova Scotia lawyers, consider including this course as a CPD learning activity in your mandatory annual Continuing Professional Development Plan as required by the Nova Scotia Barristers’ Society.
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.
We have a lot more exciting things for you to check out about this event!
Meet the advisors shaping the vision and experience for this year’s event.
Gain expert insights, success stories, and practical resources to drive business growth and navigate transitions.
Get updates on upcoming events, promotions, and the latest strategies and trends from industry leaders to elevate your business’s value and ensure a successful transition.
