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Training and Development, Pioneer Title Agency, Inc.
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Head of Clients & Partner Relationships, Text-Em-All
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Why Valuation Matters Even If You Don't Plan to Sell
Thursday, April 9, 2026 from 12:00 – 1:00 PM ET
Most founders think valuation only matters when they are preparing for an exit. It doesn’t. Valuation influences succession planning, ESOP design, governance decisions, shareholder agreements, risk protection and long-term legacy. For purpose-driven businesses, understanding value is not about selling — it is about stewardship.
Join Graham Stephen, Founder & CEO of bizval, for a practical and educational session designed specifically for leaders in the Small Giants Community.
What to Expect
- The fundamentals of business valuation
- What actually drives value in founder-led businesses
- Why valuation matters even when you are not selling
- Implications for legacy, ESOPs and succession planning
- Practical real-world use cases
No hype. No exit pressure. Just structured insight.
By the end of the session, you will:
- Understand what your valuation really reflects
- Identify the key drivers of value in your business
- Recognise how valuation supports governance and stewardship
- See how clarity around value reduces future conflict and risk
Small Giants Community Town Hall
Wednesday, June 3, 2026 from 12:00 – 1:00pm ET
Join us for a virtual Town Hall with Jean Moncrieff, Head of Community and Purpose, as we continue shaping what’s next for the Small Giants Community.
Building on the last year of leadership transition and learning, Jean will share reflections from this evolving chapter and outline key focus areas moving forward. This session is as much about listening as it is about sharing — with plenty of space for you to bring your questions, ideas, and perspectives into the conversation.
Whether you’ve been part of the Small Giants Community for a long time or are newly finding your way in, this is an open invitation to connect, contribute, and help shape the path forward together. Come along to hear what’s on the horizon, share what matters to you, and be part of the collective conversation as we move ahead.
