Our process

Plan the transition. Own the conversation.

Exiting your business is one of the most important decisions you’ll ever make and one of the most complex. There’s the financial side, the operational side, and the deeply personal side that few people talk about. At Dietz NextStage Exit Partners, we guide you through a structured process that balances numbers with nuance.
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why The whaletail gameboard

We never begin in the same place twice.

We integrate our proprietary Whaletail GameBoard™ with the GrowthDrive™ assessment modules—two practical frameworks for understanding what's urgent, what's important, and where to begin.
Our process

Move forward with purpose.

Our goal is simple: to help you make decisions you can stand behind, and communicate them with clarity to the people who matter most.
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Owner leads meeting with her team as she plans her exit and legacy from the business
Frequently Asked questions

We handle the complex. You focus on what comes next.

From valuation to legacy, we anticipate the details that could derail your deal, so you can move forward with clarity, confidence, and peace of mind.
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Our team is ready to help you.

We start with a conversation to understand where you are now and where you want to go.