SE3 EP12: How to Build and Sell an eCommerce Business with Maximum Asset Value

On this episode we talk about how to build your ecommerce business in 2018, in preparation for a sale or exit sometime in the future.   I am joined by Thomas Smale; the Founder of FE International, a leading website brokerage firm.  Thomas specializes in advising in the M&A of SaaS, e-commerce, affiliate and content businesses.  He has consulted hundreds of internet entrepreneurs on exit strategy, growth and business development.     FE International offers comprehensive exit planning services  as well as direct access to an established network of pre-qualified international investors  to drive demand to your business and maximize value for your company.   FE International provides advisory services for mid-market SaaS, e-commerce and content businesses.  The company has become the pre-eminent adviser and valuation thought-leader in the industry,  completing over $75M in sales across 425 acquisitions since 2010.  FE International is headquartered in Boston, US, with offices also in Europe and S.E. Asia.     ---
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