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Catersource + The Special Event
March 2-5, 2026
Los Angeles Convention CenterLos Angeles, CA
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How to Maximize the Value of Your Business & Partner with Private Equity or a Strategic Acquirer

Ethan Mantle  (CEO/Founder, Componere Culinary and Events)
Location: 406A
Date: Wednesday, March 4
Time: 11:15 am - 11:45 am
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Conference Pass, TSE Conference Pass - Get your pass now!
Track: E-Business, Financials & Operations, E-Sales & Marketing
Vault Recording: TBD
Ethan Mantle

This workshop will go over factors that increase the value of a business, how those specifically apply to event industry businesses, and actionable steps you can begin taking now to maximize value and make your business an attractive candidate to investors.

We'll also touch on what the due diligence process is like once you've received an offer and how to collaborate with investors so that the deal is successful for all stakeholders, from equity partners to clients to employees.