Exit Strategies and Succession Planning

What you need to know to make your business more valuable, attractive, and transferable

Testimonials

what people say

“Thank you again for organizing this event. The topic and speakers were very good and got me thinking. The dinner and company was fantastic!”

Rennie Colelli, bb Blanc

“The Masterclass was AMAZING! I learned so much and met so many. It went way above my expectations. Thank you so much for inviting me and for your generosity.”

Dave Stamm, stamm technology

“I have been to many of Tom’s events, and this was by far the most valuable for me as an owner. The information and the networking were priceless. It has truly changed how I’m doing business today.”

Mike Fitzgerald, AVSS

here's what to expect

From the Masterclass

What

This is a private think tank and networking event created by Tom Stimson, exclusively for business owners and principals in the Live Event Industry. This event's focus will be on implementing scalable modeling to support unlimited growth and profitability while significantly reducing overall risk.

Three things separate a Tom Stimson Masterclass from a typical workshop...

First, the attendees are all owners or principals. This is critical, because every attendee knows they’re next to peers who share their experiences, concerns, and questions.

Second, this is about strategy, and Tom Stimson is at his best thinking five steps ahead of current trends. You will learn how to leverage scalability into better returns, more security, and higher valuations.

Third, you will hear directly from industry experts who have stories from both the buy-side, the sell-side, and owners that have made the portfolio choice.

When

The event takes place on Tuesday, June 10, in Orlando, FL — one day before InfoComm Exhibits open. We’ll begin with a light lunch and networking starting at 11:30 a.m. The program will run from 12:30 p.m. until 5:30 p.m. We’ll immediately head to cocktails with dinner to follow.

Who

Masterclass isn't for everyone. Do you have what it takes to apply what you learn? Do you have something to contribute? Will you ask the hard questions?

Cost

First time attendee fee for 2025 is $5,000. Each additional qualified attendee from the same company is $2,500. Seating is limited to 30 attendees.

Masterclass veterans receive first option on the limited seating and enjoy a 50% discount off the annual rate.

Where

Finalizing Plans...somewhere in the greater Orlando area...the location will be a well-kept secret.

Get your questions answered and apply to attend

We find hidden venues where our conversations can stay private.

Date & Time:

JUNE 10 | 11:30AM – 9:00 PM

Location

Shhh!

What You’ll Remember the Most

Networking:

This is a principals-only event. The level of discussion and the quality of individual contributions will be some of the best you’ve experienced. No sponsors, no salespeople — just you, your peers, and great content.

Shared Goals:

Owners tend to know what they want: more profit, less stress, and better exit options. By working alongside your peers, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of the material and the practical application of the model.

Knowledge is Power:

Scalability unleashes the potential for unlimited growth and profit. It is changing the M&A landscape. Your sales pipeline, management team, and consistent profitability will amplify your value and fun.

Know Where to Begin:

With a maximum of 30 attendees and every one of them working at the strategic level, you will hear more great ideas in one day than you have in the past year.

Your Host

Tom Stimson

Tom Stimson is a Business Advisor, Coach, and Speaker who works exclusively with hands-on owners and management teams who want to improve their decision-making and elevate their strategic thinking. His Intentional Success® framework has helped hundreds of companies remove the clutter of past decisions and focus on better goals with intentional efficiency.

Tom is also the author of

Balance: How to build a scalable business with less stress and more profit

available on Amazon.

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