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E246: Why I Sold ColorIt.com

The EcomCrew Ecommerce Podcast · May 6, 2019 · 43 min

Summary

Selling an ecommerce business can be a complex but rewarding process. This episode delves into the strategic decision to sell ColorIt.com, a major brand, providing an honest account of the events, motivations, and considerations behind the move. It covers the entire transaction process, from preparing the business for sale to outlining the specifics of the deal, including buyer identity, valuation, and the final sale price. This is crucial listening for any ecommerce entrepreneur considering an exit strategy.

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founder & leadershipfinance & fundraisingsupply chain & operations

Topics covered

ecommerce business salesbusiness valuationecommerce exit strategydue diligence in business acquisitionrole of business brokersmanaging remote teams for acquisition

Episode description

If you've been following this podcast over the past few weeks, it won't come as a surprise to you when I say that ColorIt is officially no longer ours. We listed the business for sale in December and we officially closed on April 5th. Being our biggest brand, you might wonder why we sold ColorIt.com among all our other brands. In this episode we talk about The events that led to the sale of ColorIt How the transaction transpired Who the buyers are How much the business sold for What's next for Terran This episode is part of a series we're doing on the ColorIt sale. Stay tuned for our next few episodes where we talk to Joe Valley, the broker who helped me with the sale, and our team in the Philippines who help run ColorIt. Thanks for listening! Until the next one, happy selling.

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What does this episode say about founder & leadership?
Understand the comprehensive process of selling an ecommerce business, including valuation and transaction specifics.
What does this episode say about finance & fundraising?
Gain insights into the strategic decision-making behind divesting a successful brand.
What does this episode say about supply chain & operations?
Learn about the role of business brokers in facilitating a smooth sale.
What does this episode say about founder & leadership?
Consider the impact of external factors and internal team contributions on the sale of an ecommerce business.
What does this episode say about founder & leadership?
Explore post-sale plans and what comes next for an entrepreneur after a major business exit.

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