Citrin Cooperman
50 Rockefeller PlazaBuilt to Scale, Ready to Sell is a curated CEO Workshop for founders, CEOs, investors, and select trusted advisors focused on AI, value creation, and M&A readiness.
Join Eminae Network on Thursday, June 25, at Citrin Cooperman in Rockefeller Center for an afternoon of practical insight, meaningful connections, and executive-level conversation designed to help leaders build stronger companies and prepare more strategically for growth, capital, acquisition, or exit.
Capacity is limited to keep the room curated, the conversations meaningful, and the networking high-value.
Event Details
đź“Ť Location: Citrin Cooperman 50 Rockefeller Plaza New York, NY 10020
đź“… Date: Thursday, June 25th, 2026
⏰ Time: 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM, Cocktail Reception: 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
Growth alone does not create a premium outcome.
The companies that command stronger valuations and better deal outcomes are often the ones that are more scalable, more disciplined, and better prepared long before they ever go to market.
AI is changing how companies operate, how value is created, and how buyers and investors evaluate opportunities. At the same time, diligence is getting tougher, expectations are rising, and many companies are still leaving value on the table because they are not prepared early enough. This workshop helps attendees build attractive businesses, improve performance, reduce risk, and strengthen readiness for growth, capital, acquisition, or exit.t.
This event is intentionally designed to bring together business owners, operators, investors, and a select group of trusted advisors in one focused room.
If you want practical insight on what drives value, what weakens readiness, and how AI, operations, and diligence readiness can shape stronger business and transaction outcomes, you should be in the room.
This is not about theory. It is about helping leaders make better decisions, improve performance, and prepare more strategically for what comes next.
This event is designed for:
CEOs and founders looking to scale smarter and build a more valuable company.
Business owners preparing for future growth, succession, capital, or exit opportunities.
Investors and acquirers are looking to better understand what creates value and what signals readiness.
Trusted advisors serving lower to middle-market companies in growth, transition, and transaction planning. If you are serious about growth, value creation, or exit, this event is for you.u.
Attendees can expect: firsthand knowledge from pioneers at the crossroads of AI, operations, and M&A, not typically accessible at other events.
a better understanding of what drives value in real transactions
a clearer view of what weakens readiness and creates avoidable risk
actionable ideas to improve performance, decision-making, and sell-side preparedness
stronger connections with business leaders, investors, and advisors in the room
The goal is simple: to help you walk away with ideas you can actually use.
Check in, enjoy refreshments, and connect with CEOs, founders, investors, lenders, advisors, and strategic partners.
Network with peers and exchange ideas before the program begins.
Kyle Griffith, Founder, Eminae Network | Managing Partner, The NYBB Group
Welcome and overview of the forum agenda.
AI is transforming how companies operate, scale, and create value, but not every AI initiative improves performance or enterprise value. This keynote will help CEOs separate AI hype from practical value creation by focusing on how data, automation, and AI can improve business metrics, strengthen operations, and support readiness for growth, capital raising, acquisitions, or exits.
Drawing on real-world examples from middle-market companies, the keynote will introduce a practical way for CEOs to evaluate AI opportunities based on business impact, data readiness, workflow adoption, and M&A readiness.
Topics Include:
How AI is transforming business operations and decision-making
Practical ways CEOs can begin leveraging AI today
Operational efficiencies that improve profitability and scalability
How AI impacts enterprise value and M&A readiness
Common misconceptions and risks business leaders should avoid
Speaker:
Sami Baqai, Founder, Autokatalyst
An interactive discussion and audience Q&A will follow the keynote.
In this hands-on workshop, CEOs, founders, and business owners will complete a live business-readiness assessment based on the same frameworks that buyers and investors use to evaluate companies.
See your business through an investor and buyer lens. Identify operational, organizational, and technology gaps that impact valuation, deal terms, scalability, and growth.
Explore how AI increases enterprise value by driving operational efficiency, smarter decision-making, and scalable growth.
A clearer view of your business through a buyer and investor lens
Key operational and organizational gaps that may impact value or growth
A practical understanding of how AI can drive ROI and operational efficiency.
Gain clarity on what makes a company scalable, valuable, and exit-ready.
Actionable next steps to strengthen enterprise value before going to market
Workshop Facilitators:
Jeff Peze, Founder, Valuenest
Rose Desauguste, AI and Growth Strategy Leader, Seygan
Network with speakers, attendees, investors, and partners while enjoying refreshments.
Use this break to strengthen relationships and discuss workshop insights.
Building valuable companies requires more than growth; CEOs must address strategy, structure, legal considerations, technology, and value creation.
This panel provides practical advice from experienced leaders on building stronger, scalable, and valuable businesses.
Topics Include:
What makes a company truly scalable
Operational maturity and enterprise value creation
How AI is reshaping growth and competitive advantage
Legal, governance, and transaction readiness
Common founder mistakes that reduce value or delay exits
What CEOs should start doing now to become “built to scale and ready to sell.”
Panelists:
Moderator:
Roy Pellicano, Director Projects, Program Manager, SVAM International Inc.
Susan Ganz, Business Strategist & Chief of Staff, Ganz Strategic Solutions
Matt Konwiser, Market Ecosystem Leader & Field CTO, IBM
Ardi Nugraha, Director, Transaction Advisory Services, Citrin Cooperman
Sankeetha Selvarajah, Esq., Acquisition Attorney, Investor, Consultant & Founder, Zensei LLC
Kyle Griffith, Founder, Eminae Network | Managing Partner, The NYBB Group
Key lessons, closing thoughts, and actionable next steps for CEOs focused on growth, AI, value, and exits.
Continue networking with CEOs, founders, investors, advisors, and speakers.
Foster relationships, make strategic introductions, and explore new opportunities in a relaxed setting.
Choose the ticket option that best fits your role.
General admission includes access to both the CEO Workshop and the Cocktail Reception.
VIP packages include premium benefits such as preferred seating, a professional headshot photo, a VIP welcome gift bag, exclusive access to the event recording, and more.
Take the first step—reserve your place at Built to Scale, Ready to Sell today.
About the Eminae CEO Forum Educational Series
The Eminae CEO Forum Educational Series is an exclusive educational event designed for CEOs, business owners, and M&A professionals navigating critical transitions. Whether focused on growth, mergers, or exit strategies, this private forum connects you with an elite group of advisors and consultants who provide actionable insights and expert guidance tailored to your unique challenges.
At the core of the Eminae Network’s mission is our dedication to empowering leaders with the tools and knowledge needed to navigate the complexities of deal-making. Through dynamic panel discussions and thought-provoking presentations, attendees will gain strategic insights to drive success and maximize opportunities in today’s competitive M&A landscape.
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Thu, Jun 25, 2026 1:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Citrin Cooperman
50 Rockefeller Plaza
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