About Keith

Keith A. Veres, CPA, CGMA, CEPA, founder of Smart Exit Planning
Keith A. Veres · CPA · CGMA · CEPA · Founder

More than 30 years helping owners think through major financial decisions.

Keith has spent his career working with business owners, executives, and families on decisions involving accounting, tax, wealth advisory, succession, and business transitions.

A sale may affect retirement income, family wealth, taxes, estate planning, employees, and the owner’s life after leaving the business. Keith helps owners think through those issues before they are forced to make decisions under pressure.

Keith’s certifications: Certified Public Accountant, Chartered Global Management Accountant, and Certified Exit Planning Advisor Keith’s associations and education: Mercyhurst University, Business Brokers of Florida, IBBA, M&A Source, EPI, AICPA, and FICPA

A background built for the exit conversation.

CPA

Accounting & Tax

A foundation for understanding financial statements, business economics, and transaction impact.

CGMA

Management Accounting

A business advisory perspective on how a company actually runs and creates value.

CEPA

Exit Planning

Training focused on helping owners prepare for transition before a sale begins.

M&A

Senior Advisor

Through his affiliation with Edison Business Advisors, Keith helps owners navigate the transaction when the timing is right.

Why owners bring Keith into the conversation.

  • He understands the tax side of a transaction.
  • He understands the personal wealth impact.
  • He understands how buyers evaluate businesses.
  • He understands the planning that should happen before a sale.
  • He works directly with owners and their existing advisors.
  • He does not treat the transaction as the only goal.

If you are beginning to think about an exit, Keith is a good first call.

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