In the Assess stage, experienced professionals are invited to look at whether the value of the business will be enough to meet the seller’s needs. The advisors will propose the best legal structure for the sale to preserve value and maintain continuity. They will also examine the organizational capacity to take on new leadership and managerial responsibilities if the owner exits. A recommendation will either be made to move forward or to make changes that will increase company value and employee readiness.

• WHAT: Experienced professionals affirm that a financial, legal, and organizational transition is feasible
• WHO: The selling owner; trusted outside professional advisors