As leading marine dealership buy-sell advisors, we will provide dealers with a comprehensive understanding of the current buy-sell market, key valuation drivers, and strategies for maximizing dealership value. This session will equip attendees with the knowledge needed to successfully navigate ownership transitions—whether they are considering selling, acquiring, or preparing for the future. We will break down real-world case studies, highlighting common pitfalls and best practices in dealership transactions. Attendees will gain actionable insights on financial preparation, operational efficiencies that increase valuation, and how to structure deals for long-term success. Additionally, we will explore market trends, buyer behaviors, and economic factors impacting dealership sales today. This session will empower marine dealers with the tools and confidence to make informed decisions about their business’s future, ensuring they are well-positioned for success in an evolving marketplace.

• Understand the Current Buy-Sell Market

• Gain insights into the latest trends, valuations, and buyer activity in the marine dealership buy-sell market.

• Maximize Dealership Value

• Learn key financial, operational, and strategic factors that influence dealership valuation and how to enhance them before a sale. Prepare for a Successful Sale or Acquisition

• Understand the steps involved in preparing a dealership for sale, structuring a deal, and negotiating terms that benefit all parties. Identify and Avoid Common Pitfalls

• Learn from real-world case studies about mistakes that can cost time and money in a transaction — and how to avoid them.

• Navigate Ownership Transitions with Confidence

• Develop a roadmap for succession planning, private sales, or strategic acquisitions to ensure long-term success. By attending this session, marine dealers will leave with a clearer understanding of their options, actionable strategies to increase business value, and the knowledge to make informed decisions about their dealership’s future.

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The Stanek Group at Morgan Stanley