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Rich is a Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA) and business advisor with substantial experience in business Coaching, advising, leadership development, business valuation, value acceleration, succession planning, and more. Rich is also a certified Baby Boomer!
He is a member of Silver Fox Advisors, facilitates CEO Roundtables and nationwide mastermind groups. He was recognized as one of the Top 15 Coaches in Houston in 2022.
Rich earned his undergraduate degree in Management Science from Georgia Tech, his MBA from the University of Houston, and his CEPA certification from the Exit Planning Institute.
He is the proud father of three sons, Jeremy, Mark, and Daniel, the grateful husband to his wife Jamie, and best friends with Bucky and Riley (dogs).
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Most business owners looking to sell their business in the foreseeable future are unprepared for the amount of time and effort it will take. As a Certified Exit Planning Advisor, I work with business …
Most business owners…
Most business owners looking to sell their business in the foreseeable future are unprepared for the amount of time and effort it will take. As a Certified Exit Planning Advisor, I work with business owners to evaluate their business, identify initiatives that provide the highest value increase for their company, and help them prepare for a very successful exit. I wrote the document below to explain the process, and timeline, of exiting your business with value acceleration initiatives.


If you own or run a family business, you know how tough it is to balance family and business. I wrote this for you. Download it and share with your family and leadership team. It may change the …
If you own or run a …
If you own or run a family business, you know how tough it is to balance family and business. I wrote this for you. Download it and share with your family and leadership team. It may change the trajectory of your family tree. Rich Hall Business Advisor | Certified Exit Planning Advisor www.richhallgroup.com


When evaluating a business from a buyer or investor's point of view, it's all about risk, cash flow (now and in the future), and growth potential. Many business owners look at the positives but over…
When evaluating a bu…
When evaluating a business from a buyer or investor's point of view, it's all about risk, cash flow (now and in the future), and growth potential. Many business owners look at the positives but overlook the risk areas that can kill a deal. We've put together a list of the top 50 essential questions for business owners as it relates to their business. Educate yourself so you're ready when the right time comes. Rich Hall Certified Exit Planning Advisor www.richhallgroup.com


When we work with clients to valuate their business, there are many factors we look at. Most financial valuations don't go this deep and issues arise later in due diligence. We focus on maximizing val…
When we work with cl…
When we work with clients to valuate their business, there are many factors we look at. Most financial valuations don't go this deep and issues arise later in due diligence. We focus on maximizing value before you sell. Feel free to download the "Business Owner's Power Guide - 10 Factors That Skyrocket Your Business Value" for more insight.


A business owner (62 years old) woke up one morning and decided to listen to his wife's nagging. "It's time to exit the business and retire. I'm tired", she said. Here's what happened. He called …
A business owner (62…
A business owner (62 years old) woke up one morning and decided to listen to his wife's nagging. "It's time to exit the business and retire. I'm tired", she said. Here's what happened. He called a friend who had sold his company recently. He was referred to a M&A guy. They immediately started the process of putting the company up for sale (against the M&A's recommendation). It was not pretty. Skeletons in the closet everywhere. Many of the deals fell through and ultimately the company sold for a fraction of the potential. Retirement was a disappointment and there was no time left to f…
