The Exit

Exit Strategy PlanningSuccession Planning
Written By Kate Vriner

Selling your company is more than a transaction—it’s a milestone.

At Sunbelt Business Advisors of Southwest Ohio and Northern Kentucky, we guide business owners through this important transition with expertise and intention.

This month, we’re highlighting a short video that reframes the sale of your business not as an ending but as the beginning of a new chapter.

Key Takeaways:

  • Selling your company allows you to reclaim your time and space, rediscover who you are, and explore what comes next.

  • The right buyer will honor your vision, values, and hard work, helping your business grow while preserving its legacy.

  • This is a moment to redefine your impact—whether that’s mentoring others, supporting causes that matter to you, or launching a new venture.

If you’re a business owner beginning to consider your next chapter—or a trusted advisor to one—we’re here to help. Our team provides confidential, no-cost valuations, strategic planning, and support throughout the sale process.

Let’s talk about what comes next.

Kate Vriner

Kate Vriner joined Sunbelt in 2016 and was named the President of Sunbelt Business Advisors of Southwest Ohio in 2024, where she is a pivotal leader. With expertise in manufacturing, transportation, logistics, IT, distribution, and commercial services, Kate is deeply committed to advocating for business owners and matching them with the ideal buyers for their businesses. Her credentials as a certified business intermediary and certified exit planning advisor underscore her dedication and proficiency in the field.

Beyond her professional achievements, Kate is a passionate advocate for youth sports. In 2021, she founded Everybody Plays Ohio, a nonprofit organization focused on removing financial barriers to sports participation for children.

Outside of work, Kate enjoys time with her husband Mike, their daughters Rita and Evelyn, and their family dog Belle. Whether she’s cheering at her kids’ sporting events, exploring new travel destinations, diving into a good book, or staying active, Kate embodies a well-rounded and dynamic lifestyle.

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