

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Eminae CEO Forum: Navigating Today’s M&A Landscape
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 19 Feb, 2026 at 01:00 pm – Thu, 19 Feb, 2026 at 06:00 pm
- **Event Description**: The Eminae CEO Forum brings together business owners, CEOs, investors, lenders, and deal professionalsAbout this EventEminae CEO Forum: Navigating Today’s M&amp;A LandscapeWednesday, February 191:00 PM – 6:00 PMPyramid Club |1735 Market St 52nd Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19103The Eminae CEO Forum brings together business owners, CEOs, investors, lenders, and deal professionals for a focused, high-level conversation on the realities of today’s M&amp;A market. This forum is designed for leaders who want practical insight into how deals are financed, how value is determined, how exits intersect with personal and business planning, and what buyers are actually looking for right now.This is not a theory. These are honest conversations led by professionals actively involved in transactions.Who Should Attend?Business owners considering a sale, transition, or recapitalizationCEOs planning for growth, acquisition, or exit in the next 1–5 yearsInvestors, lenders, and private equity professionalsAdvisors supporting M&amp;A, valuation, tax, and estate planning.What You Will LearnHow buyers think about value, risk, and timing in today’s marketWhat lenders look for before they approve acquisition or growth financingHow deal structure and preparation impact price and closing outcomesWhen tax and estate planning should begin in the exit processPractical steps owners can take now to be deal-readyCurrent market insights from professionals actively closing deals https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/45db41f0-f47a-11f0-b1e4-475f0e34b788-rimg-w572-h740-dc011c1e-gmir.jpg EVENT AGENDA1:00 – 1:40 PM | Registration &amp; NetworkingCheck-in, welcome refreshments, and open networking with CEOs, investors, lenders, and advisors.1:40 – 1:50 PM | Opening RemarksWelcome and overview of the forum agenda.1:50 – 2:40 PM | Panel 1Financing the Deal: Bank-Backed Strategies for Successful ExitsIn today’s tighter credit environment, understanding how deals are financed is critical. This panel brings together lenders, valuation experts, and a CEO with real acquisition experience to explain how financing decisions impact deal structure, valuation, and closing success.Topics include:How lenders evaluate acquisitions and refinancing opportunitiesSBA lending vs conventional bank financing and when each makes senseHow valuations influence loan approval and deal structureWhat must buyers and sellers prepare before approaching lenders?Standard financing red flags that delay or derail dealsHow current credit markets affect deal timing and executionPanelists:Moderator: Joseph Guarino, Principal, President &amp; CEO, LINK Business Pennsylvania EastMary Soldano, SBA Lender &amp; Business Development Officer, Truliant BankEric Murchison, Vice President &amp; Commercial Loan Officer, Mid Penn BankBrian McIntyre, Partner &amp; Market Leader, Corporate Valuation and SBA Loan Valuations, WithumDan Armenia, CEO, High Tech Heating and Cooling2:50 – 3:40 PM | Panel 2Business Transitions: When M&amp;A Meets Estate PlanningSelling or transitioning a business is not only a financial transaction but also a personal and family decision. This panel explores how M&amp;A, tax planning, and estate strategy intersect, and why early planning can dramatically impact after-tax proceeds and long-term wealth.Topics include:Why tax and estate planning should begin years before a saleHow does the deal structure impact after-tax outcomes?Coordinating CPAs, attorneys, bankers, and advisors during a transitionCommon mistakes owners make when planning too latePreparing for wealth management, legacy, and life after a salePanelists:Moderator: Kalimah Z. White, JD, Senior Vice President &amp; Senior Business Consulting Director, Key Private BankMeghan Jodz, Principal, Grant Thornton AdvisorsErin Hoffman, CExP, Financial Advisor, Certified Financial Services (CFS)Courtney Dolaway, Shareholder, Flaster Greenberg PC3:40 – 4:10 PM | Networking &amp; Refreshments4:10 – 5:00 PM | Panel 3Deal Makers Unfiltered: Real Talk on Value, Timing, and the State of Today’s BuyersThis closing session brings together investment bankers, business brokers, and private equity professionals for an honest, unfiltered discussion on what is happening in the deal market today.Topics include:What buyers are paying for today and what they are avoidingHow timing and preparation impact valuationWhy do some deals move quickly while others stallMarket realities, business owners often hear too late.What owners should do now if they plan to sell in the next 1–3 years?Panelists:Moderator: Kyle Griffith, Managing Partner, The NYBB Group, Founder, Eminae NetworkChristine Jones, Co-Founder &amp; Managing Partner, Blue Highway Growth CapitalRaaz Ali, Founder, The Raivax GroupRyan Hummel, Principal and Advisor, True North Consulting, LLC5:00 – 5:20 PM | Closing Remarks5:20 – 6:00 PM | Networking &amp; Refreshments6:00 – 8:00 PM | VIP Cocktail Reception (By invitation only).You will discover proven strategies, hear directly from active dealmakers, and gain practical insight into today’s M&amp;A market.This forum is designed to help business owners and CEOs make more informed decisions on growth, acquisitions, and exits while building meaningful relationships with experienced investors, lenders, and advisors.Whether you are preparing for a future transaction or actively evaluating opportunities, you will leave with clearer direction, stronger connections, and a better understanding of how deals are getting done right now.ABOUT EMINAEEminae is a curated community of CEOs, business owners, investors, and trusted advisors focused on education, collaboration, and real-world dealmaking. Through forums, roundtables, and private events, Eminae creates spaces where meaningful conversations lead to better decisions and stronger outcomes.About the Eminae CEO ForumThe Eminae CEO Forum is an exclusive educational event designed for CEOs, business owners, and M&amp;A professionals navigating critical transitions. Whether focused on growth, mergers, or exit strategies, this private forum connects you with an elite group of advisors and consultants who provide actionable insights and expert guidance tailored to your unique challenges.At the core of the Eminae Network’s mission is our dedication to empowering leaders with the tools and knowledge needed to navigate the complexities of deal-making. Through dynamic panel discussions and thought-provoking presentations, attendees will gain strategic insights to drive success and maximize opportunities in today’s competitive M&amp;A landscape.Why Attend?✔ Learn from Active DealmakersHear practical, real-world insight from M&amp;A advisors, lenders, private equity professionals, and business leaders who are actively working on transactions today.✔ Build Meaningful ConnectionsConnect with business owners, investors, and deal professionals involved in the lower middle market. These conversations often lead to partnerships, opportunities, and long-term relationships.✔ Gain Actionable M&amp;A InsightUnderstand what drives business value, how buyers and lenders assess risk, and what steps you can take now to prepare for a successful transaction, whether that is growth, acquisition, or exit.  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/4602ee30-f47a-11f0-a0d9-23f031643b6b-rimg-w1110-h740-dc191716-gmir.jpg   https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/462a2540-f47a-11f0-a0d9-23f031643b6b-rimg-w1110-h740-dc191818-gmir.jpg   https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/464a5770-f47a-11f0-939d-8d7f4fe5e3ad-rimg-w1110-h740-dc19181a-gmir.jpg   https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/46731520-f47a-11f0-939d-8d7f4fe5e3ad-rimg-w1110-h740-dc171719-gmir.jpg   https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/4693e390-f47a-11f0-a0d9-23f031643b6b-rimg-w740-h740-dc030203-gmir.jpg For sponsorship opportunities or inquiries, contact us at admin@eminaenetwork.com.We look forward to seeing you in Philadelphia for an insightful and impactful event! 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We focus on advising and educating companies on maximizing the value of their exit or acquisition strategies.Eminae Network is dedicated to providing long-term strategies for organic or acquisition-based growth, helping forward-thinking businesses build value for a successful exit.Find more Eminae Network Events
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- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 108.55, max: 5337.21, currency: USD

## Event venue details

- **city**: Philadelphia
- **state**: PA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Pyramid Club
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- **full address**: Pyramid Club, 1735 Market Street, Philadelphia, United States

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- **organizer**: Kyle Griffith, CBI - The M&A Alliance (https://allevents.in/org/kyle-griffith-cbi-the-manda-alliance/17612399)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Thu, 19 Feb, 2026 at 01:00 pm
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Pyramid Club, 1735 Market Street, Philadelphia, United States
- **Q**: What is the ticket price?
  - **A:** starting from 108.55 up to 5337.21 USD
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Kyle Griffith, CBI - The M&A Alliance
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** business, nonprofit
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