Chris Parisi began his entrepreneurial journey young, mowing lawns before diving into the worlds of accounting and private equity. Now a partner at Carl Marks Advisors, he specializes in mergers and acquisitions for family-owned businesses, blending a sharp acumen for finance with a deep respect for the legacy of family enterprises.

Known for his approachable nature and effective communication, Chris thrives on educating and guiding business owners through the complexities of selling their businesses. His ability to simplify intricate financial details and nurture client relationships ensures that every transaction is transparent and tailored to meet individual business goals.

"...they've been the smartest guy in the room... And they get into this process and all of a sudden they're not. And it's my job to make sure that...they fully understand every step in this process."

Key themes included:

1. Structuring private equity buyouts and partnerships.

2. Evolution and perception of private equity firms.

3. Importance of efficient business operations.

4. Role of advisors in complex transactions.

5. Selling and evaluating family-owned businesses.

6. Adjusting business financials before selling.

7. Impact of price adjustments on earnings.

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Email Chris: cparisi@carlmarks.com 

On LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/cfparisi/

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