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Greg Bilotta reposted thisGreg Bilotta reposted this**ATTN - DAYTON & CINCY FRIENDS** Ashley Braha's message gets right to the heart of what makes these events work. The room is not just about meeting people, it’s about creating connections that lead to new groups, new introductions, and new opportunities for local business owners. That is exactly what we’re bringing back to The Double 18 Lounge on Thursday, July 16th. Join us for networking, complimentary drinks, appetizers, local business giveaways, and a strong group of Dayton-area professionals and business owners. RSVP - https://lnkd.in/g2eXzsQQ
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Greg Bilotta shared thisI’ve had a lot of conversations with business owners where the assumption is, “When I’m ready to sell, that’s when the process starts.” I understand why people think that...but it’s usually not how this works. In reality, the process starts much earlier. It starts with the financials. It starts with how involved the owner is day to day. It starts with whether the business can operate without everything running through one person. It also starts with customer management, employee stability, the lease, equipment, contracts, add-backs, and all the details a buyer is eventually going to ask about. A buyer is not just looking at profit. They are looking for a complete snapshot of confidence. Can the numbers be supported? Will the customers stay? Will the employees stay? Can the owner transition out of the business? Does the story being told match the numbers and the details behind it? That last part matters more than many owners realize. A business can be profitable and still be difficult to sell. Not because it lacks value, but because the value is hard for a buyer to verify. That can be frustrating for an owner. I get that. They know what they built. They know the years of risk, sacrifice, relationships, long days, and problem-solving it took to get the business where it is. But a buyer cannot buy the owner’s memory of the business. They have to buy what can be explained, supported, transitioned, and financed. That is why preparation matters. Before a business goes to market, there should be a real look at what a buyer is going to care about. What are the strengths and weaknesses? What needs to be cleaned up? What story do the numbers actually tell? Sometimes the answer is, “You’re ready.” Sometimes the answer is, “You have a good business, but you’d be better served taking six months or a year to tighten a few things up.” Either answer is valuable. ***For the advisors here, CPAs, attorneys, wealth advisors, consultants, and lenders, where do you most often see business owners get caught off guard when they first start thinking about a transition?*** #businessowners #businessbrokerage #mergersandacquisitions #sellsideadvisory #businessvaluation #successionplanning #sellyourbusiness
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Greg Bilotta reposted thisGreg Bilotta reposted thisThank you to everyone who joined us this week for an incredible conversation around business ownership, planning, and the future. I’m grateful to be part of such an important discussion and special thanks to all who attended and contributed to a great event. #BusinessOwners #Entrepreneurship #ExitPlanning #Leadership #SmallBusiness #FinancialPlanning
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Greg Bilotta shared thisThanks for your support Taylor Benedict !Greg Bilotta shared thisReally enjoyed attending last night’s event hosted by Bankside M&A Advisors at FitClub Lounge in Fairfield! The conversation around building, protecting, and eventually transitioning a business was incredibly insightful — especially hearing the perspective that for many owners, their business is deeply personal and represents years of hard work, sacrifice, relationships, and legacy! Huge thank you to Greg Bilotta, Robyn Drucker, and Julina L. Ogilvie, CIMA®, CPWA®, CEPA® for such a thoughtful presentation and great discussion! I really appreciated how approachable and conversational the event felt while still covering such important topics for business owners and professionals alike! Always grateful for opportunities to continue learning, connect with local professionals, and support the amazing business community we have here in Fairfield County 😊!
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Greg Bilotta reposted thisLooking forward to making new connections at tomorrow's networking event. Pushing yourself to go through the door is the hardest part. Thanks Greg Bilotta for the shout-out!Greg Bilotta reposted thisChristine Cocotas, MBA 's message is a good one. Sometimes the hardest part of networking is simply showing up after a long day, but those are often the rooms where real conversations, unexpected insights, and meaningful connections happen. That is exactly what we’re creating at FitClub Lounge this Wednesday, May 20th. Join us for networking, libations, Colony Pizza, and a strong group of local professionals. RSVP: greg@banksideadvisors.com
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Greg Bilotta shared thisIn Fairfield County, CT? You want to be in this room. RSVP - greg@banksideadvisors.comGreg Bilotta shared thisChristine Cocotas, MBA 's message is a good one. Sometimes the hardest part of networking is simply showing up after a long day, but those are often the rooms where real conversations, unexpected insights, and meaningful connections happen. That is exactly what we’re creating at FitClub Lounge this Wednesday, May 20th. Join us for networking, libations, Colony Pizza, and a strong group of local professionals. RSVP: greg@banksideadvisors.com
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Greg Bilotta shared thisJoin us this Wednesday!Greg Bilotta shared thisTaylor Benedict said it well, these events are not just about networking. They are about building meaningful relationships, supporting one another, and strengthening the local business community. That is exactly the room we’re bringing together this Wednesday at FitClub Lounge, in Fairfield, CT. Join us this Wednesday, May 20th for networking, libations, Colony Pizza, and a strong group of local professionals. RSVP - greg@banksideadvisors.com
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Greg Bilotta shared thisAnother outstanding event and opportunity to network with local business owners and advisors. Great effort by Beverly Balaz, Katelyn Thaler, Taylor Benedict and the rest of the Fairfield Chamber of Commerce Team.Greg Bilotta shared thisSpring Fling 2026 🌸✨ Another incredible night with the Fairfield Chamber of Commerce — such a fun and energizing evening bringing together so many familiar faces and new connections! Events like this are a great reminder of how strong and supportive this community is, and how much momentum we’re continuing to build together. Grateful to be part of it 🤍 📸 Photos by Dariusz Terepka (thank you for capturing such a great night!) https://lnkd.in/ebE_6j7y Access code: 4007
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Mark Simpson - nailed it. Again. To answer your question: Any customer service business where ultimately people buy people, not a brand or a spreadsheet or a product or service. As long as people seek trust and loyalty from other people, the business endures.
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Greg Bilotta liked thisGreg Bilotta liked thisLast weekend, my mom, my wife, and I walked the boardwalk in Niantic, CT. We were there to visit a plaque that my aunt arranged in honor of my grandparents. It was a simple moment. But it stayed with me. Growing up, we used to visit a cottage my grandfather built. I was very young when he passed, but I think about him every time I go back there. What I remember most is what that little cottage felt like. Multiple families. Way too many adults and kids crammed into a space that was probably never meant to hold all of us. Loud. Chaotic. Full. Those are the memories I carry. My grandmother made sure we kept showing up there together, year after year. Standing at that plaque last weekend, I was reminded of something I think about often in my work. The legacy you leave is about so much more than finances. It is about how people remember you. The cottage my grandfather built with his hands is still standing. So are the memories. What do you do to honor the loved ones who are no longer with you?
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Greg Bilotta liked thisGreg Bilotta liked this⚾️ Enjoy an evening of baseball and community at Networking Night at the Dayton Dragons Professional Baseball. Connect in the new South Dayton Toyota Diamond Club at Day Air Ballpark on Wednesday, June 10, from 6 PM - 9 PM. 𝐓𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐞: 💠A Dayton Dragons Professional Baseball hat. 💠Buffet and soft drinks. 💠Networking with other business professionals. 🌟 Open to members and nonmembers! ➡️ Register: https://buff.ly/llLrzmN ➡️ Get a sneak peek inside the South Dayton Toyota Diamond Club: https://buff.ly/KMtBN8Q ✅ The most trusted voice of business in the Dayton region – follow us for more.
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Greg Bilotta liked thisGreg Bilotta liked thisSometimes the cowboy hat gets you into some pretty interesting rooms. 🤠 This morning was one of them. I really appreciated the invite to attend the Destination Dayton Ambassador Awards and witness the people behind the scenes making things happen across our region. Sports tourism. Conventions. Museums. Hospitality. Community partnerships. A lot of folks do not realize how much effort goes into bringing energy, visitors, and opportunity into Dayton. Packed hotels. Busy restaurants. Events at UD Arena. Families exploring places like the Boonshoft Museum of Discovery. That stuff matters. Dayton may not always be the flashiest city in the room, but there is something LOWD about the people here. Builders. Workers. Problem solvers. People who care deeply about this community and keep finding ways to move it forward. Personally… I kinda like that. Keep Dayton LOWD.
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Greg Bilotta liked thisGreg Bilotta liked thisThis past weekend, I had the honor of returning to Fairfield Prep to support my former high school football co-captain, Nick Crowle, as he was inducted into the Fairfield Prep Athletic Hall of Fame. I was privileged to introduce Nick before his induction, and it was a special opportunity to reflect on the impact he had on our team, our school, and everyone around him. Nick was a Yale graduate and now is a father, husband, and football coach! Nick was the type of leader every program hopes to have—someone who led by example both on the field and in the classroom. His work ethic, character, and commitment to excellence earned the respect of teammates, coaches, teachers, and classmates alike. The evening also doubled as wonderful reunion. It was great to reconnect with old classmates, family friends, and many of the coaches who helped shape us into the people we are today. Being surrounded by some of the greatest coaches and mentors we’ve had the privilege to learn from was a reminder of how fortunate we were to be part of such a special community (there’s no better place in the world than Fairfield College Preparatory School lol) Congratulations, Nick, on this well-deserved recognition. Your leadership, humility, and accomplishments continue to make Fairfield Prep proud!!! 🙏🏾 #FairfieldPrep #HallOfFame #Leadership #Brotherhood #Community #Gratitude
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Greg Bilotta liked thisGreg Bilotta liked thisThe second half of 2026 is already upon us, and important to reflect and optimize in order to accelerate individual and team performance. Take the data and insights from the first half, analyze the challenges and breakthroughs and find clarity in the plan to execute the results you desire. Winning the second half starts by stacking days. Carpe Diem. 📈🚀 #growthmindset
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Greg Bilotta liked thisWhat an amazing night! Being on the Greater Danbury Chamber of Commerce Women's Business Council gives me the opportunity to connect with some really inspiring women! Aspire was proud to sponsor the event and the panel did not disappoint. Thanks to Samantha Yanks, Erin Byrne and Dr. Toro who were so open and honest about their experiences. Congrats to Jill Rae on receiving the Heart of Women Award! 🙌✨Greg Bilotta liked thisAspire Digital Solutions was honored to sponsor the Greater Danbury Chamber Women's Business Council's Conversations with Extraordinary Women event. ✨ The evening brought together an incredible group of women leaders and professionals from across our region. Congratulations to Heart of Women Award recipient Jill Rae on this well-deserved recognition, and a sincere thank you to the panelists who generously shared their stories and insights with the room. 👏 We're also grateful to have Aspire CEO, Christine Mullen serving on the Women's Business Council, helping support initiatives that foster connection and growth within our business community. Thank you to the Greater Danbury Chamber and the Women's Business Council for an amazing evening that celebrated the women shaping our region.
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Greg Bilotta liked thisGreg Bilotta liked thisA few months ago, I made the decision to leave Cohen and Wolf to join EG Home as General Counsel and Vice President of Corporate Strategy. It has been difficult for me to fully articulate what my nearly 15 years at C&W have meant to me. The word I keep coming back to is gratitude - for the years of mentorship and training, the friendships and laughter, the opportunities to lead in my own way, and the young lawyers I have been fortunate to mentor. My colleagues and the experiences we shared have shaped both the person and the practitioner I am today. I first met Matt Gilchrist and EG Home in 2021 as a client of the firm. Since then, I have had the privilege of not only learning about EG’s business, but also the exceptional people behind the business and their shared commitment to the company's goals and core values. The opportunity to join EG and build out a brand new legal function felt like the right move at the right time. Thank you to my new colleagues for making me feel like part of the team from day one. I am incredibly proud of where I have been, and I am excited for this next chapter!
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Greg Bilotta liked thisGreg Bilotta liked thisWhat an absolute honor it was to attend the dedication ceremony for the Mark and Paula Hurd NCR Archive Cemter. My father spent 35 years at NCR before he retired. While he was unable to attend today's events, I was proud to attend on his behalf and take his message of gratitude and well wishes to Paula. NCR was instrumental to Dayton's transformation into an industry powerhouse and this archive is a fitting way to further preserve that rich history.
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