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Dara Shareef
Dara Shareef serves as Managing Partner at Benchmark International and is charged with running the Tampa Transaction office. He also holds the rare distinction of having served in every role over the course of his career. His diverse background as both an operator of business and an investor into businesses allows him to anticipate issues in deals before they happen. Having been in each of their shoes, this allows him to think like both a seller and a buyer. Before arriving at Benchmark International, Dara served as COO of GSL Solutions. GSL provides web design and content management for roughly half of the US Senate and many school districts. Before GSL, he was a VC working for three different funds and held C-Suite operational roles in several businesses. Dara was formerly Vice Chairman of Sunmark Federal Credit Union in NY. One of the most exciting aspects of Dara's job is the opportunity it affords him to play with dozens of industries and business models. He has successfully facilitated transactions in sectors as diverse as SaaS, Commercial Landscaping, Vertical Market Software, Healthcare, Retail, Commercial Printing, Business Services, Marketing, IT Services, Niche Manufacturing, and Engineering.
Additional Benefits
Why Attend?
Private equity transactions are filled with nuances that can impact deal value, from intricate financial structures to rigorous due diligence. Without the right preparation, sellers may find themselves at a disadvantage. This webinar will break down the biggest challenges business owners face when engaging with private equity buyers and offer expert insights on how to bridge knowledge gaps, evaluate deal competitiveness, and protect your interests. Whether you’re considering a sale now or in the future, this session will equip you with the tools to approach private equity negotiations with clarity and confidence.
