Unlock Maximum Business Value: Expert-Led Exit Strategy Workshop Comes to Cuesta College

 

SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA — Local business owners looking to maximize the return on their hard work can now attend an exclusive evening workshop, "Prepare Your Business For Sale," hosted at Cuesta College on September 17, 2026. Designed for entrepreneurs at any stage of the exit process, whether planning a sale next year or ten years from now, this comprehensive, three-hour session provides the practical tools and strategic insights needed to command top dollar in today’s market.

 

Led by industry veteran Gary Bayus, President of Prestige Business Sales, the program translates over 22 years of hands-on business brokerage experience into an actionable roadmap for success. Attendees will walk away with a proven 50-point checklist specifically tailored to elevate business valuation and streamline the transaction process.

 

Key Learning Objectives Include:

 

• Strategize for Optimal Exit: Align business operations with long-term financial goals to timing the market effectively.

 

• Mitigate Buyer’s Risk: Identify and resolve operational red flags that typically devalue a company or derail deals.

 

• Boost Profitability: Target high-impact growth areas that buyers value most when calculating sale price.

 

• Enhance Financial Transparency: Organize financial records to build buyer trust and facilitate seamless due diligence.

 

"Whether your exit plan is imminent or far in the foreseeable future, proper preparation is the single biggest factor in determining your final sale price," says instructor Gary Bayus. Throughout his career, Bayus has assisted hundreds of business owners across diverse sectors, including manufacturing, distribution, e-commerce, wholesale and retail trade, restaurants, and professional services, handling confidential valuations, financing, and acquisitions.

 

Event Details:

 

• Date: Friday, September 17, 2026

 

• Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

 

• Location: Cuesta College, San Luis Obispo Campus

 

• Registration Fee: $50

 

• Registration Link: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/cccommunityprograms/activity/search/detail/18150?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

 

• Instructions Link and Website: www.GaryBayus.com

 

Seating is limited to ensure an interactive environment. Local business owners are encouraged to reserve their spot early to invest in their company's future equity.