• Plenary

Turning Your Business Into A High Value Asset  

May 6, 2026 · 09:20 AM – 10:00 AM
Main Room

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Moderator

Tom Hamilton-Piercy

Tom Hamilton-Piercy

Director

Baker Tilly (Canada) Capital

Speakers

Anne Guimond-Nadeau

Anne Guimond-Nadeau

Regional Vice President - Commercial Banking

National Bank

Rob Normandeau

Rob Normandeau

President

SeaFort Capital

Dr. Lesley Steele

Dr. Lesley Steele

CEO & Founder

Steele Veterinary Group of Companies

(Sold Eastern Passage Village Veterinary Hospital)

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 key factors that make your business irresistible to buyers. 

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. 

Key Takeaways: 

  • Structuring your business for scalability, operational efficiency, and sustainable market growth. 
  • Reducing dependency on the founder by building a strong management team and leadership pipeline. 
  • Identifying key drivers of valuation - and how to optimize them before a sale.
  • Recognizing common deal-breakers in business transactions – and how to proactively address them.
  • Using AI and data to enhance operations, inform decisions, and build buyer confidence.  

Join us for an engaging discussion on what it takes to build a business that attracts buyers, commands top dollar, and stands the test of time. 

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