Exit Clarity: When to Sell, Who to Sell To, and How to Lead the Process

​**Our workshops are in person and have limited space! Please only RSVP yes if you think you're able to make it. 😊

​Most workshops focus on raising capital, building product, or scaling, but few talk honestly about the moment founders eventually face: Should I sell? And if so, why, when, and to whom?

​In this session, you’ll learn how to build clarity around your personal number (the amount that would make you feel great about exiting today) and the deeper “why” that drives every decision in an acquisition process. We’ll break down the most common motivations for selling, from hitting a growth ceiling to burnout, misaligned partners, or the desire for a bigger platform.

​You’ll also learn how different types of buyers think, what they value, and how deal structure shapes your real outcome far more than the headline price. Tristan will share what it takes for a founder to stay in the driver's seat during negotiations and why the strongest exits are always founder-led, not advisor-led.

​Whether you’re years away from an exit or actively thinking about what comes next, this workshop will help you understand the landscape, avoid common pitfalls, and make clearer decisions for your future.

​About Tristan Gaynor

​Tristan Gaynor
Co-founder
Anavate Partners, an Argano Company

​Tristan is the co-founder of Anavate Partners, an award-winning boutique tech consultancy headquartered in Phoenix and recognized as one of the fastest-growing firms in North America. In May 2025, Anavate was acquired by Argano after scaling from zero to 60 employees and delivering major enterprise technology transformations across the Fortune 500 — all before Tristan and his co-founders turned 30.

​Known for leading growth, client acquisition, and go-to-market strategy, Tristan brings a rare combination of founder practicality and deal-side perspective. His experience gives him a grounded understanding of what truly matters in an exit and how founders can protect their upside while negotiating from a position of strength.