Expect a lineup of expert-led seminars and workshops, dynamic panel discussions, and prime networking opportunities. It’s more than a conference—it’s a milestone event that honors two decades of achievements and sets the stage for future innovations in business brokerage.

With this being our 20th anniversary, get ready for 6 main stage presentations, and over 20 workshops to help develop your businesses for the next 20 years! Yes, it will be an action-packed few days!

It’s an event you won’t want to miss. Don’t just watch the future happen – be part of shaping it.

Conference and Hotel Registration Information

We are pleased to be holding our conference again this year at the Embassy Suites – Raleigh/Cary. We have had an overwhelming response from sponsors and members regarding this Raleigh location! This upscale, full-service, and all-suite hotel is conveniently located close to the RDU airport.

Venue: Embassy Suites by Hilton, 201 Harrison Oaks Boulevard, Cary, NC 27513
Date: September 11-13, 2023

Hotel rates and booking information:

Hotel Discounted Group Rate is $179 (+tax)
Book online: Hotel Booking (group rate cut-off is 8/12). You can “edit stay” to adjust your dates as needed.
Or you can call the hotel directly at 1-800-548-8690: Mention that it’s the CVBBA conference and there’s a special $179 rate.

We are pleased to announce that we will be giving an IBBA Course at the conference:

Wednesday 9/11 (1-5 PM)
Course #112: Prospecting for Sell Side Clients, taught by Erin Crawford.
Cost: For joint CVBBA/IBBA members $199 (4 credit hours).
After selecting the IBBA course and submitting the registration form, it will take you to a field to make a payment for the course.

Course Description: Success in business brokerage begins with winning the listing! Whether you are new or more experienced, this course is for anyone who needs more practical ‘how-to’ instruction on getting in front of business owners through both traditional and internet forms of marketing. You’ll benefit from the use and discussion of sample materials by actual, successful business brokers, giving you tangible tools to implement when you return to the office.

PLEASE NOTE: There is no conference fee for CVBBA members (brokers and affiliates). However, there is a $325 fee for CVBBA member spouses. After selecting that you’re attending with a spouse and submitting the registration form, it will take you to a field to make a payment for the spouse.

Any questions feel free to contact CVBBA Operations Manager Stacey Heller at or (646) 573-7014.

Please register below for the conference and IBBA course. The conference agenda will be announced soon.

Elevate Your Enterprise: Expert Insight on Buying, Selling, & Expanding Your Business

Date: Wednesday, October 2, 2024
Time: 5:30 – 7:30 PM, (5:30-6:00 Hor D’oeuvres, 6:00-7:00 Panel Discussion. 7:00-7:30 Q&A)
Location: Hunting Hills Country Club (The Clubroom)
Address: 5220 Hunting Hills Drive Roanoke, VA. 24018

Join our panel discussion featuring experts in Business Brokerage, Lending, Legal Affairs, Accounting, Financial Planning, and Tax Accounting. This event will provide an opportunity for business owners in our audience to receive answers to common questions from a diverse group of subject matter experts.

Panelists:
Mike Keen, Owner | President, Sunbelt Business Brokers of Roanoke & Lynchburg, Sunbelt Business Brokers
Alex Goss, VP – Small Business Lending, Live Oak Bank (SPONSOR)
Eric Perkins, Esq., Perkins Law, PLLC Perkins Law
Brian Bowen, President, Integrity Financial Planning, Inc, Impact Tax Group, LLC
Tom Tanner, Small Business Development Center

Moderator:
Rick Chess, Chess Law Firm, PLC, CVBBA 2024 President

Event registration is by invitation only. Space is limited. Please RSVP by 9/18/24.

Any questions, reach out to Jeannie Keen.