Finish Big 1.0 w/ Mark Dorman

Succession Plus are specialists in providing proactive, focused and strategic advice for small business owners to manage strategic Business Succession and Exit Planning.Choosing Succession Plus gives you a greater ability to identify, protect, maximize and extract the wealth contained in the business and related assets. You only get to leave your business once, so it pays to get it right.Our knowledge of succession planning and unique Intellectual Property, means we play a critical role in business sales, maximizing the business value and achieving business owners' transition goals. About Your Host, Mark Dorman:Mark is the President & Managing Director of Succession Plus US, and is a recognized industry leader for his work with small and mid-sized businesses. He is a certified Exit Planner and Certified Family Business Specialist. With a career spanning 35+ years, Mark has purchased, founded, and exited businesses of his own.

Finish Big 1.0 w/ Mark Dorman is a business podcast hosted by Mark Dorman, with 43 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Mark Dorman hosts Finish Big 1.0 w/ Mark Dorman, a business show with 43 episodes published.

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  Pivoting as a Business Owner With Craig Sturgill Ep. 43 - S1

  Sep 3, 202528 minS0

  <p>In the realm of exit plans, things don't always go as planned. Sometimes they happen smoothly the first time, other times they face delays. But that's the thing: there's no one right way. Each exit is its own journey, with its own ups and downs.</p> <p>Join Mark Doman as he sits down with Craig Sturgill, COO, and Co-founder of Excel™, a company at the forefront of the InsureTech space. Craig, a U.S. Army veteran and successful entrepreneur, shares his journey from starting an insurance agency at 18 to co-founding Excel™. Follow along to learn about the challenges and...

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  Exploring Opportunities Through SBA Lending With Tara Murphy Ep. 42 - S1

  Sep 3, 202524 minS0

  <p>Many believe that SBA loans are only for startups or fraught with bureaucratic red tape.</p> <p>However, this week's guest, Tara Murphy debunks these myths, demonstrating the power of SBA lending in aiding successful business exits and transitions.</p> <p>Join Mark Doman and Tara Murphy, SBA Business Development Officer and Vice President of Huntington National Bank as they delve into SBA lending. They unveil how they work, changes that have happened to the process, and how they can be a powerful tool in your exit planning strategy. Whether you're contemplating selling your business or simply curious about...

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  Packing the Parachute: Navigating Exit and Succession Planning with Jim Erben Ep. 41 - S1

  Sep 3, 202529 minS0

  <p>Are you ready to secure your legacy and ensure your business thrives beyond your exit?</p> <p>In this enlightening episode, Mark Dorman is joined by Jim Erben, president of Erben Associates and a sought-after exit and succession planning specialist. Together, they delve into the crucial, yet often daunting, process of planning for business exit and succession. Tune in for invaluable strategies and actionable insights on how to prepare for a smooth transition.</p> <p>Jim discusses: </p> Why business valuation is a crucial starting point in planning your exit The importance of aligning your business exit strategy with y...

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  De-Risking Your Business: Jim Doyle on Partial Sales and Full Exits Ep. 40 - S1

  Sep 3, 202526 minS0

  <p>Many entrepreneurs start their exit journey with a partial sale to de-risk from a substantial portion of their wealth being tied up in the business. Doing so sets them up for an eventual full exit.</p> <p>In this episode, Mark Dorman speaks with Jim Doyle, who founded and sold Jim Doyle and Associates (now JDA.Media). Jim shares his experience of navigating ESOPs (employee stock ownership plans) and eventually selling his business to a strategic buyer.</p> <p>Jim discusses: </p> The process of making his business "sellable" How the ESOP helped his employees develop an ownership mindset, e...

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  Professional Management and Business Legacy with Joni Fedders Ep. 39 - S1

  Sep 3, 202525 minS0

  <p>Are you ready to transform the way you run your business?</p> <p>Today on the Finish Big Podcast,  Mark Doman introduces Joni Fedders, President of Aileron, and explores the unique nonprofit organization based in Dayton, Ohio. Together they explore how Aileron helps business owners and their teams embrace professional management to elevate their lives and organizations. Follow along to hear Joni's passion for professional management, and how it empowers businesses and their owners to articulate a vision, align their organization towards it, and successfully navigate ownership transitions.</p> <p>Joni discusses: </p> The importance of having an exit pl...

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