Understanding our biases when it comes to COVID-19 Risks…

While some of the dust has settled on COVID-19, this pandemic is still having ripple effects in economies throughout the world.  A variety of biases[1] have been shown to be…

Jason Sellnow Brings Operational Finance Solutions Experience to Oak Hill Business Partners

Oak Hill Business Partners announces the hiring of veteran operational finance professional Jason Sellnow. Sellnow adds a proven track record of helping clients improve their profitability to a…

Mark Bishop Brings Sales Solutions Experience to Oak Hill Business Partners

“We are very excited to have Mark join our team,” said Oak Hill President and Founder Erik Owen.  “Not only does Mark bring a wealth of knowledge and…

Keys to a Successful Project: Relentless Stakeholder Communication

I have led projects in several different capacities for over 20 years and have learned much about what works and what doesn’t.  One thing that is a must…

When It Comes To Sales, Do Good Things Really Come To Those Who Wait Or…Does The Early Bird Truly Get The Worm?

How would you describe your company’s basic business-to-business sales philosophy: passive/reactive or aggressive/proactive? The passive/reactive philosophy is not necessarily the wrong approach just as the aggressive/proactive philosophy is…

What Is My Company Worth?

I get this question a lot from business owners.  They would normally like to hear a simple answer and many times are disappointed with the answer.  I don’t…

Why Are Financial Statements Important?

We hear this regularly when we are meeting with business owners; especially relatively new businesses.  Some of you may be thinking, “How can you ask a question like…

The Basics of Confidentiality and or Non-Disclosure Agreements for Buyers

You are an individual buyer and you’ve become aware of a business for sale opportunity and the intermediary representing the seller asks you execute a Confidentiality Agreement or…

The Urgent Need For Clarity

By Kathryn Weber, PHR Why are so many experienced professionals saying that the business climate today is more unforgiving than ever? It is faster paced, with shorter turnaround…

How Do I Control The Cash In My Business?

By Erik Owen If you don’t have to worry about cash flow these days, you are not only fortunate, but also in the minority.  Whether your sales have…