EXIT FACTOR OF WESTERN CHICAGOLAND

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ABOUT EXIT FACTOR OF WESTERN CHICAGOLAND

The reality is this: nearly 80% of a business owner’s wealth is tied up in their company, yet only 2 out of 10 businesses successfully sell.

Exit Factor of Western Chicagoland helps business owners understand what their company is truly worth today and how to increase that value and transferability over time.

Whether they want to grow, step back from the day-to-day, or prepare for an exit, we help owners build stronger businesses. Along the way, our clients find they enjoy their business more and have more time for life outside of it.

At some point every business owner will exit their business. Therefore we see exit planning as a business strategy, not an option to put off until later. Whether you plan to exit soon or years down the road, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.

Exit Factor’s Western Chicagoland office is owned by husband and wife team, Thano Emerick and Nicole Emerick. After witnessing many disappointing, failed or unplanned business exits, we felt called to serve the hard-working business owners in our community who deserve to exit well.

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Solutions to match your Goals and Size

Discover how The Exit Factor Program fits your goals, timeline, and budget with our business consulting programs.

The Community

New and newly-acquired owners who want to learn the methodology and build their foundation themselves, at their own pace.

The VORTEx Course Library
Exit Factor tools and templates
A DIY business value tool
Private member community
One live monthly session led by a Certified Exit Factor Consultant

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Peer Groups

Owners who want guidance and accountability alongside a small group of peers building at the same stage.

Everything in the Community
Plus an expert-facilitated peer mastermind for shared problem- solving, accountability, and momentum
Available both in person and virtually

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Individual Consulting (One-to-One)

Owners who want a dedicated consultant working directly on their business and their foundation plan from day one.

A Certified Exit Factor Consultant who builds and helps execute your plan
From profit and systems through eventual transition
Tailored to your business specifically

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Hear From Some Exit Factor Clients

Exit Factor has been amazing in helping us prepare for our upcoming merger. They’ve guided us through the process, improved our marketing strategy, and streamlined our accounting. Their support has made a complicated transition feel much more manageable. Highly recommend their expertise!

Tasha Price

I have known John and interacted with him personally and professionally for over 30 years. I have always found him to be a valuable sounding board and reliable partner.

Reid Kilberg

As a seasoned business broker, I’ve had the pleasure of referring several clients to Exit Factor, and the results have been consistently impressive. Exit Factor excels in determining a business’s current market value with a detailed and accurate assessment. But what sets Exit Factor apart is their actionable roadmap for increasing business value. They provide practical, strategic steps that owners can implement to enhance their company’s worth and marketability. This hands-on approach has been a game-changer for my clients, who have seen significant value increases.

Mike Krieger

Working with John Dale at Exit Factor Minnetonka has been invaluable in preparing our business for a successful sale. John’s expertise and strategic insights helped us optimize our operations and maximize our company’s value, positioning us to sell at top dollar. The personalized approach and depth of knowledge he brought made the process smooth and efficient. I highly recommend Exit Factor Minnetonka to any business owner looking to get the most out of their exit strategy!

Jillian Elizondo

John and Gretchen are so knowledgeable and great to work with. I highly recommend Exit Factor.

Jennifer Morris

I've known John for more than 20 years as a colleague. I highly recommend him for his expertise and dedication!

Trey Horton

Working with Exit Factor has been an excellent experience. Their team is knowledgeable, thorough, and professional. I appreciate their tailored approach and attention to detail.

Ryan Melowic

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The Exit Factor Program is a proven process that maximizes the value of any company, no matter the size. Our process is designed to help give you more time, more profit, and more exit value of your company.

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