Building a business that is attractive to buyers and investors — even if you are not ready to sell — can strengthen your company’s foundation now and into the future. On June 9 at 10 a.m. PST, Blueprint CFO’s Jim Downes will join Hito LLC’s Josh Simpson to share insight on the ways you can form long-term company value.

This session will cover:

• Strategies to scale with stronger operational and financial positioning
• How to increase the value of your business
• What buyers and investors find attractive in a business
• How to build buyer-ready financial structures
• Mistakes to avoid that reduce valuation

Entrepreneurs and business owners exploring investment opportunities, succession planning or growth can register for this virtual session: Build a Sellable Company, Even if You’re Not Ready to Sell.

ABOUT JIM DOWNES

Jim, CPA, CTP, is a veteran CFO services advisor, who has supported business owners and management teams for over 20 years. He has served more than 200 companies, where he specialized in fractional CFO services and turnaround consulting. Jim founded Blueprint CFO, which joined GHJ in 2025, and he continues to deliver leading CFO services across industries. 

ABOUT HITO

Hito works across businesses to help founders and owners leverage tax credits to maximize savings.