For many business owners, an exit is a distant milestone — something to consider “someday.” At Vault, we believe exit preparation should start long before you’re ready to sell, step back, or transition leadership. Long before can mean as early as the moment of the first meaningful investment in the company.
A well-executed exit strategy goes beyond maximizing valuation. It is about preserving your legacy, protecting your stakeholders, and ensuring a smooth, controlled transition. Whether you’re considering a sale, succession, or simply keeping your options open, early preparation puts you in the driver’s seat – giving you more choices, more control, and fewer surprises along the way.
Exit planning is more than just financial housekeeping. It’s about strengthening your operations, planting board which challenges, tidying up your books, and continuous self-correcting. At Vault, we help our clients take a proactive approach – aligning personal, investor and business goals, boosting enterprise value, and ensuring the business can run independently of day-to-day founder involvement. The result isn’t just a business that’s ready to sell – it’s one that’s stronger, leaner, and more resilient for whatever comes next.
At Vault, we support founders and/or investors through every stage of the exit journey — from readiness assessments and valuation strategies to buyer vetting and deal support. Whether your exit is five months or five years away, starting early puts you in control, maximizes value, and ensures a smoother path forward.
When it comes to exiting your business, timing might open the door — but preparation is what lets you call the shots.
Exit on your terms – partner with us to protect your legacy, unlock your business’s full value, and take charge of what’s next.