Exit Factor Expands Territory With New Location in Walnut Creek, California
WALNUT CREEK, CALIFORNIA / ACCESS Newswire / May 19, 2025 / Exit Factor™, a business consulting company that specializes in exit planning for small to mid-sized companies, announced today the opening of its newest location in Walnut Creek, California. Scott Langbein, owner and lead exit strategist, supports small and mid-sized business owners across San Ramon, Danville, Alamo, Moraga, Orinda, Lafayette, and Walnut Creek, California. With 25 years of experience in corporate technology, Langbein helps clients maximize their business value and prepare for a successful exit.Exit Factor Logo
The Exit Factor program is a proven process with tailored exit plans that safeguard the long-term value of a business now and in the future, no matter the size. Designed to help owners take control of their business by maximizing profit, efficiency, and value from day one, even if a sale isn't uppermost on the owner's mind.
'Wealth and value are not limited resources,' said Scott Langbein, owner. 'Small business owners are the backbone of our economy. I help them plan for and grow toward their unique business goals-whether that means selling, scaling into a larger business, or passing it down to family. Having a plan is key, and I'm here to help them create it.
The Exit Factor company was founded by best-selling author, speaker, and small-business advocate Jessica Fialkovich. Her passion for helping business owners maximize their company's value, grew from her experience as a business broker and owner of a Transworld Business Advisors® franchise. For businesses that were not quite ready to sell, or had potential to increase their value prior to listing, Fialkovich developed a program, teaching strategies on ways to build value, profitability, and salability.
'We're very proud of the success Exit Factor has had in helping businesses plan for profitability to ensure business owners maximize their company's value when it's time to sell,' Jessica Fialkovich said. 'We look forward to bringing Exit Factor of Walnut Creek, California on board to help even more business owners.'
Participants in Exit Factor's program earn back an average of $2,700 in exit value for every hour they spend in the program. Within the first year, clients have seen a 25% increase in profit and a 56.7% increase in business value. For those who have decided to sell, the program has helped them achieve successful exits.
About Exit Factor
Exit Factor™ offers a proven method that helps small to mid-size business owners maximize their company's value. It's among the United Franchise Group™ (UFG) family of affiliated brands and consultants, representing the very best in their industries. Through one-on-one consulting services and online programs, the trusted advisors at Exit Factor teach entrepreneurs how to successfully improve their company's efficiency, value and ultimately ability to exit. For more information, visit www.ExitFactor.com and for more information on owning an Exit Factor franchise, visit www.exitfactorfranchise.com.
Contact Information Scott Langbein Owner 925-594-6576
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