Dont Shut Down
Fee-only exit planning, value acceleration, and systems implementation for owner-operated businesses doing $500K to $10M in revenue.
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Chicago, IL
Operator.
Operator.
Advisor.
Buyer.
Chicago-based operator building businesses, advising owners as a Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA®), and acquiring service companies in the Midwest.
About
Background
I spent a decade in National IT at one of the world's most operationally disciplined retailers, managing 1,200+ technology installations and leading enterprise system deployments across seven U.S. divisions. I founded Dont Shut Down, where as a Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA®) I bring that operational discipline to small business owners preparing for their next chapter. I am also an active buyer pursuing acquisitions of service businesses in the Midwest, focused on septic, waste, excavation, and infrastructure services with durable demand and strong fundamentals.
Active Buyer
Actively acquiring Midwest service businesses. Septic, waste, excavation, and infrastructure services.
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Speaking
Featured Talk
Talks for owner and advisor audiences.
Mark speaks to trade associations, CPA firms, and owner groups on exit readiness and value acceleration.
Exit Readiness for Owners: Why 70% of Listed Businesses Never Sell, and the Readiness Score Every Owner Should Know
A 75-minute working session. Owners leave with their own 10-question readiness score and a clear picture of the three gaps that decide what a business is worth.
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Contact
Let's Connect.
Whether you have a business to sell, a deal to discuss, or want to explore working together.