Planning for a business transition is a critical part of long-term success. This session helps entrepreneurs understand how to prepare for and execute an exit strategy, whether by selling, closing, or passing the business on to a successor. Participants will explore key considerations involved in ownership transitions and learn how to create a succession plan that aligns with their goals. This training supports thoughtful decision-making to ensure a smooth and intentional business exit.
About the Speaker:
Elias Mitropoulos, V.P. Business Banking Relationship Manager, Wintrust. Elias holds a bachelor’s degree in economics from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and an MBA in Finance from Dominican University in River Forest. With 25 years of banking experience in the Chicagoland area, he have worked for Chase, First Bank of Oak Park (now US Bank), MB Financial, and have been with Wintrust for the past 5 years.
Michael Donnelly has dedicated 30 years to the banking industry, 24 of which have been with Wintrust Bank. His tenure includes 16 years as a branch manager, where he managed retail banking operations, supervised personal bankers, and acted as the Bank Security Officer. Michael later transitioned to Business Development and Lending, focusing on small business customers with lending services and Treasury Management.
