Your Business, Their Future — An Exit Plan That Benefits Everyone

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Livestream Highlights

  • Discover how ESOPs provide financial security for owners while helping employees build wealth
  • Compare ESOPs to private equity, family succession, and management buyouts to find the best transition plan for your business
  • Learn what makes a business a strong ESOP candidate, including revenue, employee count, and long-term goals
  • Learn which industries benefit most from ESOPs and how to structure a plan that fits your business
  • Gain insights from a live business case that outlines what an ESOP transaction could look like

Featured Guest:

Guest

Gary Gray

ESOP Transaction Advisor & Former CEO

Hosted By:

Host

Kathy Steele

Chief Executive Officer
Red Caffeine

Event Recap:

Explore how ESOPs (Employee Stock Ownership Plans) offer business owners a tax-efficient, employee-focused exit strategy that ensures business continuity while rewarding employees.

In this replay, Gary Gray, ESOP Transaction Advisor & Former CEO, and Kathy Steele CEO of Red Caffeine, break down how this transition model compares to private equity, family succession, and management buyouts. Learn how to structure an ESOP, the financial benefits, and what happens after the transaction.

Succession planning isn’t just about exit—it’s about ensuring long-term success. Watch the replay now to learn how ESOPs can be the right path for your business.

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