# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Exit Readiness – Navigating the Technical & Human Side of Exits
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 22 Apr, 2026 at 08:30 am – Wed, 22 Apr, 2026 at 10:30 am (+01:00)
- **Event Description**: An exit readiness session covering the technical foundations of exits, followed by a fireside chat with a successfully exited founder.About this EventAbout this eventPreparing for an exit starts long before a deal is on the table.This focused, two‑part session is designed for growth‑stage founders and leadership teams who want to understand what it really means to be “exit‑ready” — from the technical foundations investors scrutinise, to the human realities of scaling, private equity involvement and exiting a business.Hosted by Barclays Private Bank & Business BankThis event is proudly hosted by Barclays Private Bank and Barclays Business Bank, bringing together founders, owner‑managed businesses and senior leaders with trusted advisors from across the exit and investment landscape.Through Barclays’ Private and Business Banking networks, we support ambitious businesses at pivotal moments — from scaling and investment through to liquidity events, succession planning and exit. This session reflects our commitment to helping founders make confident, well‑informed decisions about their future.What you’ll learnThe commercial, legal and financial factors that can strengthen (or derail) an exitCommon exit‑readiness gaps and how to address them earlyWhat buyers and investors really focus on in UK SME and SaaS exitsFirst‑hand lessons from a founder who has successfully exited a high‑growth SaaS businessAgendaSession 1: The Technical Side of Exits – Panel DiscussionA practical panel covering commercial contracts, IP, data, governance, planning and deal readiness.PanellistsSurayya Munshi, Senior Associate — CG ProfessionalDayna Currie, Corporate Strategy Director — CG ProfessionalSteven Lindsay, Co‑Head of Corporate Finance — XeinadinSession 2: Fireside Chat – Lessons from a Successfully Exited FounderA candid conversation with Derek Steele, founder of Mobysoft, on bootstrapping, PE investment, minority and majority sales, and life after exit.Who should attendLate Seed, Series B and Series C foundersOwner‑managed businesses considering future exit optionsSenior leadership teams preparing for investment or liquidity eventsSpeakers & PanellistsSurayya MunshiSenior Associate, Commercial Team — CG ProfessionalSurayya is a Senior Associate in the Commercial Team at CG, with experience advising clients of all sizes — from FTSE100 companies to start‑ups and family‑run businesses — across a wide range of sectors including Tech, Media & Entertainment, Manufacturing, Energy & Utilities, Retail & Consumer and Sport.She advises on a broad range of commercial matters including IP, data protection, customer and supplier arrangements, marketing and SaaS. Surayya takes a pragmatic, business‑focused approach, helping clients work towards their goals in an efficient and easy‑to‑understand way while managing and mitigating risk.She regularly works with PE‑backed businesses preparing for exit, as well as growth businesses going through funding rounds, helping them assess and address gaps in their key commercial arrangements.Dayna CurrieCorporate Strategy Director — CG ProfessionalDayna has developed her career across Manchester, Leeds and London in a range of investment and advisory roles, including at N.M. Rothschild, The Royal Bank of Scotland, Primary Capital (Private Equity) and in‑house at AO.com.She has worked with a wide range of businesses on special situations including debt and equity raising, restructuring, growth and operational execution, M&A and integrations. Her core focus is governance, planning and ensuring management teams stay aligned and on track.Most recently, Dayna spent 7–8 years working within private‑equity backed management teams, including Love Business (LDC investment) and environmental consultancy Cura Terrae (Palatine investment). She joined CG Professional in early 2026 as Corporate Strategy Director, supporting growth planning and strategic project delivery for CG and a select number of clients.Steven LindsayCo‑Head of Corporate Finance — XeinadinSteven Lindsay is a highly experienced Corporate Finance Adviser at Xeinadin, based in Manchester, where he advises owner‑managed businesses on exits, management buy‑outs (MBOs), acquisitions and growth funding.With a career spanning over three decades, Steven is known for his pragmatic, straight‑talking approach and his ability to help business owners navigate complex transactions with clarity and confidence.As Co‑Head of Xeinadin Corporate Finance, Steven has played a key role in building a national advisory capability following Xeinadin’s private equity backing, leading mandates across a wide range of sectors within the UK SME market.An ICAS‑qualified Chartered Accountant and University of Glasgow graduate, Steven combines technical rigour with a strong understanding of shareholder priorities at pivotal moments, particularly around succession, liquidity and strategic change. Alongside his advisory work, he also holds several trustee and non‑executive roles within the cultural and charitable sector, reflecting a long‑standing commitment to governance and the Manchester business community.Derek SteeleEntrepreneur | Founder of Mobysoft | Chair / NXDDerek Steele built pioneering technology business Mobysoft from scratch to a £10m+ ARR SaaS company.He bootstrapped the business to £5m ARR before securing a minority investment from private equity firm Livingbridge. Mobysoft then scaled significantly before a majority sale to ECI Partners.Having successfully exited the business, Derek now acts as Chair and Non‑Executive Director to a number of high‑growth SaaS businesses, supporting founders through scaling, investment and exit journeys.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/exit-readiness-navigating-the-technical-and-human-side-of-exits/100001986191870351
- **Event Categories**: Nonprofit, Business, Sports
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## Ticket Details

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## Event venue details

- **city**: Manchester
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: DiSH Manchester
- **lat**: 53.4795834
- **long**: -2.2461954
- **full address**: DiSH Manchester, Heron House, Manchester, United Kingdom

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Exit Readiness – Navigating the Technical & Human Side of Exits being held?
  - **A:** Exit Readiness – Navigating the Technical & Human Side of Exits takes place on Wed, 22 Apr, 2026 at 08:30 am to Wed, 22 Apr, 2026 at 10:30 am at DiSH Manchester, Heron House, Manchester, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Exit Readiness – Navigating the Technical & Human Side of Exits?
  - **A:** Exit Readiness – Navigating the Technical & Human Side of Exits is organized by Barclays Eagle Lab - Manchester.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Exit Readiness – Navigating the Technical & Human Side of Exits is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Manchester, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Exit Readiness – Navigating the Technical & Human Side of Exits sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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