Many Arizona business owners are getting calls from private equity-backed buyers. At first, it feels exciting. Then come the questions. What do they really want?Can they close?Will I need to stay?What is rollover equity?Is the headline number real?What happens to my employees? Private equity buyers often look for companies with… Read More »Private Equity Buyers: Opportunity, Risk, and Deal Structure
Private equity may be calling because your industry is attractive. That does not automatically mean you should sell. It means you should understand what they value, how they structure deals, and what they may expect from you after closing. This Thursday, I’ll cover what owners need to know before taking… Read More »Private Equity Is Calling. Now What?
Strategic buyers are often attractive because they already understand your industry. They may be a competitor, supplier, customer, regional operator, or larger company looking to expand into Arizona. For a business owner with $2M–$15M in revenue and 10+ years of ownership, this can be appealing. A strategic buyer may see… Read More »What Arizona Business Owners Should Know About Strategic Buyers
Another fun, thought-provoking WATT morning. Laura Piel got us talking about AI — including what it can do, what it cannot do, and where it falls short. One of the best takeaways: AI is a tool, not the worker. Human judgment, experience, and connection still matter most, and that is not changing anytime… Read More »WATT Works
A strategic buyer may pay for more than your cash flow. They may want your customers, your employees, your market, your reputation, your contracts, or your location. That can create a strong opportunity. It can also create real risk. A strategic buyer may be the right buyer — or simply… Read More »Is a Strategic Buyer Your Best Buyer?
If you own a strong Arizona business, there is a good chance someone has called, emailed, or “casually reached out” about buying it. Maybe it was a strategic buyer.Maybe private equity.Maybe a search funder.Maybe a competitor.Maybe a broker who says they “have a buyer.”Maybe someone using the words “family office.”… Read More »Buyer Calls Are Not an Exit Strategy
What a wonderful and energizing WATT meeting. Kay McDonald kicked us off with beautiful items from Seeds for Autism and their wonderful thrift store, along with a great conversation about new box ideas and ways to continue supporting their meaningful work. Barbara Kaplan followed with a thoughtful “call a friend” moment, bringing Michell Brown with… Read More »Energizing Mornings
Scottsdale is thinking bigger — and smarter. At a recent Scottsdale Chamber panel, the discussion around Scottsdale Airport, economic development, and regional aviation made one thing clear: this is not just about air traffic. It is about business growth, workforce readiness, infrastructure, innovation, and the future of the region. One of the… Read More »Scottsdale Momentum
What a fun and memorable evening at our WATT Happy Hour Monday night. We gathered to shop, connect, catch up with WATT sisters, and spend time with women interested in learning more about WATT — and it was a lovely reminder of how special this community truly is. A huge thank you… Read More »Boutique Bonding
What an energizing WATT morning. Dorie Morales got us thinking about sustainable travel and how the small choices really do add up. From aluminum Solo cups to foldable straws to toothpaste tablets, the conversation was practical, lively, and a great reminder that being more thoughtful does not have to be complicated. Marcy Maslov shared… Read More »Accomplished Women