Laurie Barkman

CEO

Laurie Barkman is a renowned and dynamic speaker with extensive experience in consulting, advising, and delivering presentations to numerous CEOs and business owners. With a passion for inspiring audiences, Laurie's impactful keynotes shed light on the critical aspect of business transitions, urging listeners to take immediate action to avoid future regrets in succession planning.

Recognizing that many entrepreneurs neglect to consider the end game amidst their busy schedules, Laurie emphasizes the importance of preparing for the eventual sale of a company. She emphasizes that being ill-prepared when the time comes can result in missed opportunities and unfulfilled rewards. By encouraging proactive transition planning, Laurie empowers business owners to secure their financial well-being and personal satisfaction, whether the transition occurs in the near future or a decade down the line.

Laurie Barkman's expertise is further demonstrated through her authorship of "The Business Transition Handbook." This invaluable resource simplifies and demystifies the often overwhelming exit process, providing comprehensive guidance to business owners contemplating their departure from their ventures or merely beginning to explore their next steps. Drawing from her own experience as the former CEO of a company that generated $100 million in revenue and was acquired by a Fortune 50 corporation, Laurie Barkman, known as the business transition sherpa, offers actionable insights and strategies for successful company transitions, enabling owners to relinquish control on their own terms.