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Cash Out Or Partner Up? Finding The Right Liquidity Strategy 

May 6, 2026 · 01:25 PM – 02:15 PM
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Moderator

Steve Foran

Steve Foran

Founder, Gratitude at Work Limited

Master Certified Forum Chair, MacKay CEO Forums

Panelists

Jennifer Alexander

Jennifer Alexander

Founder

Thrive Strategy

Jamie Davison

Jamie Davison

Co-founder & CEO

LaunchPal/Absolute AI

Peter Zed

Peter Zed

Partner

Cox & Palmer

After years of dedication and hard work, you’re ready to explore ways to unlock capital – but what’s the right move? Should your senior management team step in as investors, assuming they’re interested and financially positioned to do so? Should you seek strategic buyers outside your company? Or could private equity, search funds, or other financial entities provide the liquidity you need? 

This expert panel will help you understand the key distinctions between different types of buyers based on your business’s size and industry. You’ll gain valuable insights into the pros and cons of various liquidity strategies, allowing you to make informed decisions about securing capital while preserving your business’s future. 

Key Discussion Points: 

  • Strategic buyers – who they are and what they look for. 

  • Private equity – how it works and what it means for your business. 

  • Employee Owned Ownership 

  • Buying out partners – navigating ownership transitions. 

  • Management buyouts – structuring internal acquisition deals. 

  • Other recapitalization options – alternative strategies to generate liquidity. 

Join us for an insightful discussion on how to take chips off the table while positioning your business for long-term success

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