

Leaders Breakfast Forum: The Art of the Exit
Built to Last, Ready to Exit
Stawowski McGill is hosting a three-part Leaders Breakfast Forum series, Built to Last, Ready to Exit. Whether you're nearing a transition or just starting to think about it, this series will help you build a business that's ready when the time comes.
Our Leaders Breakfast Forums are a space for business owners to ask direct questions to industry experts, gain perspective on all areas of business, and walk away with practical ideas they can apply immediately.
Part Three: The Art of the Exit
The final forum dives deeper into getting the deal done: from letter of intent to deal closing.
We’ll explore what every business owner should know about share purchase agreements, due diligence and the emotional impact closing a deal can have.
Hear from John M. Davidson of MLT Aikins and Dean Swanberg of Zedcor Security and Swanberg Bros. Trucking.
Please note that this is an exclusive invitation for business owners and is non-transferable.
About the Panelists:
John M. Davidson (JD) is partner and business lawyer in the Calgary offices of MLT Aikins. JD has a broad legal practice and regularly acts as external general counsel to his clients, which allows him to quarterback their divergent legal issues in a commercial and pragmatic manner. JD focuses on mergers and acquisitions, corporate finance, commercial contract negotiation and drafting, private equity, corporate/shareholder disputes and buyouts, and more.
Dean Swanberg sits on the board of Zedcor Security and has served as past President. Prior to that, Dean was the President of Swanberg Bros. Trucking, one of the largest transporters of drilling rigs in Western Canada. Swanberg Bros. was acquired for over $100 million in 2006. Dean has over 40 years of experience in the transportation and logistics industries. He has also served as a Director at several companies in the oil and gas industry, including Horizon North Logistics Inc. and Safebrain Systems Inc.
Agenda
7:30 AM - 8:00 AM: Networking & Coffee
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM: Panel Discussion
8:45 AM - 9:00 AM: Q&A and wrap up
Light refreshments will be provided, including coffee, tea, and a selection of pastries.