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We understand the importance of a smooth and successful transition of your business. The American Gem Society (AGS) has partnered with Obsidian Business Planning Solutions to offer comprehensive courses and valuable resources to support you through retirement, sale, or other business changes. Join us on this journey and ensure a secure future for your business.
This series provides participants with critical education and insights into the business transition process as well as one-on-one, online coaching sessions with the course instructors—certified exit and financial planners.
Obsidian is offering AGS members a special pilot series that begins on September 27, 2023, with significant savings over regular pricing: $2,500 for the three-course bundle (regular price $4,500).
This pilot is open to all AGS members, whether you are a retailer, supplier or service provider. Act now–the final deadline for registration is September 13!
Submit your firm details below, and a team member from Obsidian will contact you soon with further information on registration.
Business Exit Coach
Pat founded Obsidian Business Planning Solutions over 35 years ago and has spent his career helping business owners create comprehensive plans to build, protect, and transition their financial and business assets. As a business owner, he understands the challenge of managing the day-to-day issues of running a company while making plans to preserve its future success. Pat frequently speaks to groups of business owners including the American Gem Society's 2022 Conclave and the annual conference of advisor members of Business Enterprise Institute. Pat holds a Bachelor of Science from Virginia Tech and a Master of Science in Financial Services from The American College of Financial Services.
Business Exit Coach
For over 25 years, Todd has helped business owners reach the financial and lifestyle goals they've set for themselves, their families, and their companies. He's a natural problem solver and an expert in finding creative and practical solutions to the issues that keep owners up at night. In 2022, Todd and Pat spoke at the American Gem Society's Conclave on techniques business owners can use to avoid the six most common mistakes that are detrimental to their families, businesses, and net worth. Todd holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance from the Smeal School for Business at The Pennsylvania State University.
After the pilot ends, the AGS Business Succession Series is scheduled to launch on March 6, 2024. Stay tuned for updates on this valuable program designed to equip you with the knowledge and strategies needed to protect your wealth and successfully transition your business to the next owner.
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