IT Nation Grow events

Business transition is a journey—not a moment

IT Nation Grow is your map to this journey that starts now and extends long after the transaction. The top MSP advisors give you a 30,000 ft view of over 20 business transition pathways, then go deep on each step. Members share their experiences in detail. It’s everything you need to prepare for, find, close, and thrive long after the deal.

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There were some changes I needed to have made some years back to be ready for X number of years into the future. Even if you’re in your 30s, come to this event to set your strategy for the future. The time is now to get these things done—do not hesitate any longer.

Gary Nichols

CEO, InterDev

You don’t practice business transition —
you must ace the test the first time

Which of the 20+ business transition strategies make the most sense for you?
Is buying or selling even the best path to where you want to end up?
What needs to be true for this transition to be a good one?
How is your company or acquisition target positioned in the market?
What is your company’s or target’s valuation? Are you valuing it properly? Is it where it needs to be?
How will you find the right acquirer or target? How do you even define “right?”
Is your current team of professionals up to the task of maximizing your outcome? If not, how will you assemble the best team?
What happens to your team post-transition? Will you continue working, or move on?
Have you properly factored your spouse’s and dependent’s needs and wants into your plan?
What happens after you move on? Playing golf every day sounds amazing, but isn’t for most.
Most acquisitions don’t add value — how will you avoid becoming a statistic?
Is your company structured for an acquisition or alternative transition path? Or, is it structured to absorb a target?
Are you knowledgeable enough to hold your own at the negotiation table against a buyer who has done this dozens of times?
Is it time to build an executive team that knows how to structure an MSP for acquisition?
Will you be like many MSP owners who only discover their identity was tied to their business after they sell? Then what?
What can you expect from the lengthy, detailed, and stressful due diligence process?
Do you know how much you and all stakeholders will walk away with? Do you know which levers to pull to increase the valuation?
Do you know how to manage your wealth and time post-transition? Who gets what and when?
Do you know how to plan for business and personal taxes?
Depression and anxiety are common after an exit — do you know how to manage this and thrive?
What’s your post-acquisition “why?” What are you retiring to?
What does your post-acquisition team look like? Many hire coaches, therapists, financial advisors, etc. to help navigate.
Do you have easy access to a network of peers who will speak openly about the ups and downs of the buy/sell journey?
This only scratches the surface of what you must get right before, during, and after your transition.

Get anecdotes and key takeaways from dozens of M&A journeys in this free 55-page whitepaper

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Learn about the pros, cons, and key considerations for 30 business transition pathways

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Demystify business transition and level the playing field

Drop into a community with peers, experts, and resources

The IT Nation Grow community is made up of curious MSP owners planning their futures, buyers, sellers, and expert advisors. The goal is to make frequent micro improvements and adjustments rather than quarterly or annual epiphanies that require massive change (and pain).

Participants also get access to recordings from previous events, white papers, checklists, and other resources to help you on your path.

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Learn from the victories and mistakes of your peers

“I wish I had known…” That’s how conversations start as the community openly shares their experiences in detail: unforeseen pitfalls, critical experts to have on your team, topics they overlooked to their detriment, what went right—everything.

Their hindsight becomes your foresight, significantly increasing your odds of getting it right before, during, and longer after the transaction.

Get in a room with experienced advisors who collaborate for your success

Level the playing field so you can confidently negotiate with more experienced acquirers or targets.

We bring in the top experts in legal, tax and accounting, human resources, cybersecurity, operations, private equity, estate planning, and more without top-of-market fees coming out of your pocket.

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It all starts by attending an in-person event
Deal Simulations
December 11-12, 2024
ConnectWise HQ, Tampa
This event forms the foundation for the rest of our quarterly events. Join as we walk through the entire deal process, define the key terms and concepts you need to know, and share the questions you should be asking at each step. Experts in each part of the deal share what they know and answer your questions.
Discounted tickets available for MSP owners and employees
This event is intimate by design—registration is capped at 75 seats
Get access to the IT Nation Grow community and all recordings and resources
Leadership
February 5, 2025
Houston
Value Creation
May 7, 2025
Chicago
Preparation
August 13, 2025
Denver
Deal Simulations
December 10-11, 2025
Tampa
What members say about their experience
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The methodologies we learned in SLIQ led to a substantial increase in our Gross Margins and ultimately a 400% INCREASE IN BOTTOM LINE PERFORMANCE.

Thomas H. Douglas

President, JMARK Business Solutions, Inc.

Join us for the journey or a single event

Get anecdotes and key takeaways from dozens of M&A journeys in this free 55-page whitepaper

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Learn about the pros, cons, and key considerations for 30 business transition pathways

Download Guide