INSIGHTS & PRESS

For many entrepreneurs, selling a business represents the culmination of years of dedication, risk-taking, and persistence. It is not only an emotional milestone but also a significant financial event…

Selling your business is more than a transaction; it’s one of the most consequential decisions of your life as an owner. It shapes your financial future, defines your legacy, and determines the fate o…

At STS Capital Partners, we help founders prepare for an Extraordinary Exit™. That preparation begins with the FREEDOM Formula, a strategic guide that helps you understand the areas that matter most i…

As a founder, you’ve poured years of sweat, capital, and strategy into building a business that reflects your vision. But here’s a question many founders rarely ask themselves until it’s almost too la…

Every business owner has asked it at some point: “What’s my business really worth?” Financial statements and EBITDA multiples offer a starting point, but they rarely tell the full story. A company’s v…

As 2025 draws to a close, upon reflection, it’s safe to say it was one of constantly changing environments. For business owners, sellers, and their advisors, this year didn’t just reinforce old truths…

Many family-owned and generational businesses face a defining moment: the transition of ownership and leadership from one generation to the next. The challenge is more than handing the baton; it touch…

“An IPO is not an exit.” Increasingly, experienced founders and exit advisors are making this claim, and for a good reason. While going public can raise capital and boost visibility, it rarely deliver…

As an entrepreneurial or family business owner, selling your company is more than a transaction, it’s a once-in-a-lifetime decision that will shape your legacy, impact your team, and influence your lo…

Selling a business is always complex. But in a small town, the stakes are higher. Your employees are neighbors, your brand is part of the local identity, and your exit will ripple across the community…

Exiting your business, whether through a sale, succession, or restructuring, is about more than financial planning. It’s an emotional and personal journey that affects not just the business itself but…

We often hear the phrase “crisis creates opportunity.” While it may sound cliché, it’s becoming a very real truth for U.S.-based consumer goods companies. As global dynamics shift – driven by tariffs…

New tariffs on imported goods and materials are reshaping how companies operate and how they’re valued. As a result, U.S.-based manufacturers are finding themselves in a position of renewed strength…

Mutual trust is critical for business leaders and their advisors. The key to a leader reaching the desired outcomes in a strategic exit of their business is directly tied to their choices before and d…

Selling your business is one of the most significant decisions an entrepreneur will encounter. Whether your goal is to retire, pursue a new venture, engage in philanthropic activities, or simply reap…

As we go into 2025, business owners navigating business sales should assess the current state of U.S. and global markets, which offer both opportunities and challenges. Economic conditions have stabil…

As we step into 2025, entrepreneurs are reflecting on their journeys and contemplating the next steps in their business ventures. For those looking to build and ultimately exit their businesses, there…

There has been a reluctance to sell local businesses to global buyers. This hesitation often results in missed opportunities to unlock the maximum value of these businesses. According to PwC, there ar…

The insurance sector is large and complex, with many different subsectors and service businesses. It has become a highly competitive sector for investors who know where and how to look and can find in…

As 2025 approaches, business owners should be mindful of potential tax changes that could significantly impact their financial outcomes after selling their business. The U.S. Federal Estate and Gift T…

An Initial Public Offering (IPO) is when a company makes its shares available for public trading to raise capital and enhance visibility. When a company initiates an IPO, it follows a conventional pro…

Founders and business owners looking to make an Extraordinary Exit™ are usually keen to have the M&A process move along at a good pace. One key enabler to achieve these results is by conducting a Qual…

AI and big data are reshaping strategic decision-making in Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A), with their utilization increasing in recent years. Currently, AI adoption in M&A processes is in its infancy, w…

Far too often, entrepreneurs embark upon their exit journey without knowing the necessary principles, tactics and strategies that drive successful exits in today’s world. If you want to maximize the p…

In the rapidly evolving landscape of mergers and acquisitions, the role of women and diversity have emerged as catalysts for innovation, growth, and valuation. As we navigate the complexities of today…

Pre-emptive offers are becoming increasingly important in the fast-paced world of mergers and acquisitions. These offers are made by a highly interested buyer before a planned market process starts. T…

Entrepreneurs often become so immersed in their businesses that they overlook crucial aspects of exit planning – such as wealth management, tax planning, philanthropy, and estate planning – leading to…

When it comes to Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A), achieving an Extraordinary Exit should be the ultimate goal for every business owner. You’ve built your company from the ground up, and now you’re re…

In the intricate world of business exits, an incredible offer can sometimes be a missed opportunity. In their eagerness to secure a deal, it’s a scenario that’s all too common – entrepreneurs might ov…

Are you considering selling your business? If your business is registered in the United States*, there are many possible exit strategies and among those, an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) may se…

Many business owners fall prey to the common bias that partnering with an industry-specific M&A firm is the superior choice when selling their business. Too often business owners assume there are more…

Venture capital is one of the most common sources of financing that founders seek if they have an early-stage startup or high-growth company, but it isn’t right for everyone. For every startup found…

While business owners decide to sell and exit their company for many reasons, one of the most common events that trigger a business owner to finally sell is when they receive an “inbound” solicitation…

Believe it or not, owners often struggle to think about their life after the sale of their business. Having to reduce your operational involvement and become less physically present at your company mi…

As an entrepreneur, your entire career is dedicated to understanding your markets. This encompasses everything from building your products and services to developing your operations and setting long-t…

In order to shelter and protect yourself from taxes in the United States, it’s essential to consider the aspects of your future sale that will need to be managed. There are two types of programs to co…

We’ve witnessed record-breaking trends, wealth, and deal activity over the last two years within M&A, despite everything that has taken place in our global landscape. According to Bloomberg, 2021 post…

Upon reflection on the first quarter of the new year and a record-breaking 2021, we’ve seen a robust market established. Over the past several years we have seen record M&A valuations and deal volume…

The global COVID-19 pandemic has affected almost every business in the world, but it isn’t all bad news. What strategies business owners continue to make over the coming months will help them emerge s…

For many entrepreneurs and business owners, selling their business comes with a host of complex emotions. The thought of preparing a company to be sold is unfamiliar territory and can be among the mos…

As we approach the tail end of a year best described as unprecedented, there’s been no shortage in the newsfeed of businesses struggling to cope in the wake of the pandemic. And while many moving piec…

As we move through the final months of a turbulent year, many businesses are still assessing the impacts the economic downturn has had on their bottom line. For any businesses that were on the cusp of…

Organizations are driven by creativity, innovation, and expertise, which means they provide value that far exceeds the cost of their products and services. A strategic buyer is by nature, not restrict…

It’s no secret that business owners have had their fair share of turbulence this year, with most scrambling to identify new ways to play offensive, build capabilities, and retain margins. Now, more th…

When you think about selling your business, “art” is probably the last thing you think of. Of course, there’s always the “science” side of sales such as spreadsheets, financial statements and the size…

You know how to run your business because you’ve been doing it successfully for years. Selling it is a whole other story. On average, it can take anywhere from 6 to 9 months to sell a business. Given…

The global situation has catapulted businesses ahead of their normal technology evolution. Nearly every company has embraced a future of remote work. Schools transitioned to distance learning. Online…

When someone thinks about your business, what comes to mind? Of course, you want to be thought positively and even more so when you want to take your business to market. When selling your business, It…

By Oliver Rott October 16th, 2020 This has been a year of adjustment and altered expectations in Asia Pacific and globally. Fortunately, the Asia Pacific region is already starting to recover from t…

By Mark Carmichael October 16th, 2020 While the world continues to operate in the shadow of a global pandemic, national lockdowns, and their economic and social aftermath, cautious optimism is emerg…