Exited Founders | Exitwise

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Add an Exited Founder to your M&A team to enhance credibility, attract top strategic buyers, and leverage their personal relationships to maximize your exit.™

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"Starting a business is challenging, but with Exitwise's Coverage, I don't need to worry about the what-ifs."

-Sandra Lee, Atlanta, GA

"Starting a business is challenging, but with Exitwise's Coverage, I don't need to worry about the what-ifs."

-Sandra Lee, Atlanta, GA

"Starting a business is challenging, but with Exitwise's Coverage, I don't need to worry about the what-ifs."

-Sandra Lee, Atlanta, GA

"Starting a business is challenging, but with Exitwise's Coverage, I don't need to worry about the what-ifs."

-Sandra Lee, Atlanta, GA

"Starting a business is challenging, but with Exitwise's Coverage, I don't need to worry about the what-ifs."

-Sandra Lee, Atlanta, GA

"Starting a business is challenging, but with Exitwise's Coverage, I don't need to worry about the what-ifs."

-Sandra Lee, Atlanta, GA

"Starting a business is challenging, but with Exitwise's Coverage, I don't need to worry about the what-ifs."

-Sandra Lee, Atlanta, GA

"Starting a business is challenging, but with Exitwise's Coverage, I don't need to worry about the what-ifs."

-Sandra Lee, Atlanta, GA

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Ben Lewis

Karma, ScienceTapJoy & Limbix

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Staffing

Kathryn Minshew

The Muse

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Healthtech

Shegun Otulana

Therapy Brands

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FinTech

Raad Mobrem

Lettuce & Intro

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FinTech

Vince Cacace

Vertebrae

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eCommerce

Miki Agrawal

Thinx & Tushy

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Media

Dave Nemetz

Bleacher Report & Inverse

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Retail

Shannon Wilburn

Just Between Friends

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↑ 25%

Increase in Sales Price

↑ 20%

Increase in Number of Offers

↑ 35%

Increase In Success Rate

↑ 15%

Faster to Sell Each Company

Featured Exited Founders

Each of our Exited Founders have all been through one or more of their own M&A transactions. They have been in your shoes and are here to help you maximize your exit.™

Retail

Shannon Wilburn

Just Between Friends

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AdTech

Josh Linkner

ePrize

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Pet Tech

Jason Meltzer

WAG!

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eCommerce

Michael Gallucci

SportsMemorabilia.com

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Agency

Peter Corbett

iStrategyLabs

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Cannabis

Sam Barber

Cultivate Holdings

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FinTech

Paul Fiore

Digital Insight

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eCommerce

Selene Casabal-Cruz

Re:store & Showcast

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Exited Founder Responsibilities

Each Exited Founder offers personal M&A experience and deep professional networks in their respective industries to help you Maximize Your Exit.™

Qualify Top
M&A Experts

Introduce Personal
Buyer Network

Maximize
Earn-out Structure

Oversee
Company Valuation

Refine
Marketing Materials

Refine Rolled
Equity Terms

Mentor
Executive Team

Maximize Purchase
Agreement Terms

Reduce
Time to Exit

Optimize
Inbound Offers

Join
Advisory Board

And
More!

How to Engage an Exited Founder

Every Exited Founder’s goal is to make sure you create the exit you deserve. Engaging is easy!

1

Schedule a Free Call

Once you’ve identified an Exited Founder who might be a great fit to help you achieve your goals, schedule a call with an Exitwise Advisor! We'll explore your business, your M&A goals, and the Exited Founder you’ve selected so we can verify if it is the right fit and his or her availability.

2

Exited Interview

This 45-minute Exit Interview is a no-pressure, high-value conversation between you and the Exited Founder(s) to explore fit. It’s an opportunity to ensure there’s chemistry, clarity, and alignment — and to start imagining what’s possible with the right partner by your side.

3

Hire & Onboard

You'll receive a simple onboarding form and fee agreement so your Exited Founder can hit the ground running. ExitWise stays involved as a strategic resource—whether to guide the partnership or help you assemble the rest of your M&A team. Our goal is simple: to help you create the exit you deserve.

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Testimonials

Exiting a business is personal. Here’s what real founders had to say about working with ExitWise—and why they’d do it again.

The exit process can be overwhelming — complex negotiations, endless documents, and emotional decisions. Exitwise gave me peace of mind by managing the process with professionalism and care. They helped me achieve not only a great financial result but also the legacy I wanted for my business.

Matt Gaglio

CEO, MOD Interiors
Building Materials & Construction Products

As a business owner, you only sell once. Exitwise made sure I didn’t leave money on the table. Their ability to assemble the right team and bring competitive buyers made all the difference. I couldn’t imagine doing this without them.

Larry Crocenzi

Great Lakes Tile Products
Building Materials & Construction Products

Exitwise knew my industry, they knew the right buyers, and they negotiated a deal structure I wouldn’t have achieved on my own. I could focus on running my business while they maximized the outcome.

Sean McKenna

Founder, DataFuzion
FinTech & HRTech

Exitwise helped me navigate a process I knew very little about. They explained every step, aligned me with buyers who valued what I’d built, and made sure my employees were taken care of. I walked away with confidence knowing the deal was right for me and my company.

Scott Baker

CEO, Dako Group
Staffing

Running a business is one thing, selling it is another. Exitwise brought the expertise, network, and process I needed to maximize my outcome. They protected my interests and gave me confidence at every turn. It’s the smartest decision I made selling this business.

Tony Saunders

Fathead.com
eCommerce

I had high expectations for how my exit would unfold, and Exitwise exceeded them. They connected me with the right advisors, structured the deal creatively, and ensured I walked away with both a strong outcome and lasting relationships. They truly get what it means to be a founder going through this journey.

Itai Ben-Gal

Nerdy Bunny
Home Automation / AV

I’ve been through exits before, but Exitwise elevated the process in a way I didn’t think was possible. The team they brough in understood my vision, respected my goals, and delivered results. For any founder thinking about selling, this is the partner you want in your corner.

Jayna Cooke

CEO, EventUp
Marketplace & PropTech

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Featured Exited Founders