
Growth and Exit Planning
Why Exit Planning Starts 2-5 Years Before You Exit
Exit planning works best when it starts well before an actual sale. This 2-5 year timeline provides just enough room to grow value, patch gaps,

Exit planning works best when it starts well before an actual sale. This 2-5 year timeline provides just enough room to grow value, patch gaps,
With 27 years of experience, Joel S. Smith, CPA helps business owners make sense of their finances and drive profitability. A UC Berkeley grad with a Master’s in Taxation, he’s a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and Certified Management Accountant (CMA).
Joel has worked across industries like real estate, construction, and professional services. As a member of the CFO Project, he provides business owners with the clarity and strategy they need to grow.


