We will hear from successful entrepreneur Jen Hamiliton, who built and sold one fitness franchise over 6 years, and is 13 years into building her 2nd business, the highly successful Oxygen Yoga and Fitness brand. Her story highlights the importance of passion for what you do, watching the trends within your sector, how and when to exit versus how and when to instead focus on growth, and the power of bringing partners to the table to do that. Some additional topics covered include:

  • How should owners decide if it’s time to sell?
  • What factors typically lead owners to exit?
  • What alternatives to a full exit should owners consider?
  • What risks could deter buyers, and what should owners address before selling?