................ You’ve made the decision to take on a partner in your business. What’s next? A partnership can be like a marriage, it can initially seem that both parties will live happily ever after. A match made in business heaven. But, just like many marriages, differences in personalities, goals, ambitions, finances, work ethics – and even political philosophies – can alter that blissful high and fade over time. Join Trey McWilliams as he walks you through a unique “insider’s” firsthand view of the A-to-Z process of taking on a partner in your business. You’ll get insights and lessons from both the owner and partner side of the deal and what you won’t hear from a typical business broker or advisor. Embark with Trey as he takes you on a wild rollercoaster ride that comes with the beginning, middle, and end of the process. Discover the “pop-up costs” of hidden financial and legal fees that can arise during and after the deal is made — and how to prevent the issues that can often come with a new partner in your business. You’ll also learn how to manage the impact with your team members, negotiation tactics, structuring the partnership deal, and much more. Trey will cover important topics such as personality assessment, aligning expectations, avoiding miscommunication, and mapping out partner roles and responsibilities. How to jointly review, build, or revise your five – and ten-year business plan so that both parties have a clear understanding of the roadmap to success. Trey will also discuss income and compensation expectations and how the company will dedicate resources towards the growth of the business. He’ll also reveal a candid “open book” reflection of his own experience — what he would have done differently — and key takeaways to know before you take on a new partner. This is a MUST-ATTEND session for anyone considering or actively in discussion with a new business partner. You’ll get a unique insider’s view of: • Trey’s firsthand experience of taking on a new partner. • Things he’s learned during the process. • How to avoid costly mistakes. • The number one pitfall that ends most partnerships. • Aligning expectations with your new partner(s). • The emotional and financial realities of the deal. • The hidden pitfalls you didn’t see coming. • How to build value before you enter an agreement. • Choosing the right partner for your business. • The impact of change and leadership roles with your team members. • Negotiation tactics and structuring the deal. • What happens after the deal.