BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Impact Hub Houston: Empowering Impact Entrepreneurs, Startups, and Community! - ECPv6.18.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Impact Hub Houston: Empowering Impact Entrepreneurs, Startups, and Community! X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://houston.impacthub.net X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Impact Hub Houston: Empowering Impact Entrepreneurs, Startups, and Community! REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261014T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261014T190000 DTSTAMP:20260930T231454Z CREATED:20260930T231454Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T231454Z UID:111806-1791999000-1792004400@houston.impacthub.net SUMMARY:Buying and Selling Businesses DESCRIPTION:Join Lenny Saizan\, owner of Murphy Business & Financial – Southwest Houston\, Managing Director of Urban Capital Network\, and creator of the Legacy Maximizer exit strategy\, for a practical\, real-world discussion on selling and buying businesses. Selling or acquiring a business is one of the most significant financial decisions most entrepreneurs will ever make\, yet many owners and buyers go through the process for the first time without a clear roadmap. This session breaks down the transaction process from both sides of the table and highlights how thoughtful planning\, proper valuation\, and coordinated advice can materially impact outcomes. For business owners\, the discussion centers on how to maximize enterprise value\, prepare for a future exit\, and align business decisions with personal wealth\, tax\, and legacy goals. For buyers\, the session explores entrepreneurship through acquisition\, including how buying an existing business can reduce risk\, generate immediate cash flow\, and serve as a growth strategy for current operators. Drawing on his experience as a business broker\, investment advisor\, and financial professional\, Lenny connects the technical aspects of M&A with broader exit planning and wealth strategy considerations\, helping attendees understand not just how transactions work\, but how they fit into a bigger financial picture. Topics include: \nCurrent market conditions and buyer demandWhen to prepare to sell or buyKey drivers of business valueHow businesses are valued in the real worldRecasting and normalizing financial statementsOverview of the sales and acquisition processThe role of advisors and the deal teamTax\, insurance\, and planning considerations before and after a transaction \nThis session is ideal for business owners considering a sale now or in the future\, prospective buyers exploring acquisition\, and professionals who support small business owners through growth and transition. Presenter \nLenny Saizan is the owner and lead broker of Murphy Business & Financial – Southwest Houston\, where he advises business owners on exit planning\, value maximization\, and business sales\, and supports buyers pursuing acquisitions and franchises. He is also the co-founder and Managing Director of Urban Capital Network\, an investment firm focused on expanding access to private investment opportunities. Earlier in his career\, Lenny spent two decades in engineering\, automation\, and oil and gas\, leading teams across operational controls\, financial controls\, and audit. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Louisiana State University and an MBA from Tulane University. His credentials include Certified Mergers & Acquisition Professional\, Six Sigma Green Belt\, and Project Management Professional. In 2025\, he was recognized as Deal Maker of The Year at Houston Dealmakers conference.   URL:https://houston.impacthub.net/calendar/buying-and-selling-businesses-3/ LOCATION:Ion – Conference Room 029 – 030\, 4201 Main St\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States CATEGORIES:connect ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://houston.impacthub.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/107172_image_DSC_0501-scaled-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Tracie Jae":MAILTO:calendar-invite@lu_ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261014T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261014T200000 DTSTAMP:20260930T231455Z CREATED:20260930T231455Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T231455Z UID:111807-1792000800-1792008000@houston.impacthub.net SUMMARY:Women In Wealth DESCRIPTION:Register here: banker.What does a bank actually look for before lending?When should an entrepreneur begin building a banking relationship?How can debt be used strategically to acquire or grow an asset?And as your business grows\, how should your banking and capital strategy grow with it? \nThis conversation takes attendees beyond simply making money and into understanding the relationships\, financial readiness\, and capital structures behind building long-term wealth. ModeratorShavée HoFounder & Chair\, Alpha Woman AssociationShavée Ho leads Alpha Woman Association (AWA)\, a economic development nonprofit organization\, advancing women through education\, funding pathways\, and strategic partnerships. With over 15 years in branding\, marketing\, an education\, she builds platforms that connect leaders\, investors\, and institutions to drive measurable economic impact. Through the Women in Wealth Series\, Shavée is helping make conversations around capital\, ownership\, investment\, and economic opportunity more accessible to women while creating direct proximity to the professionals and institutions operating within those ecosystems. Featured Expert Lenny Saizan\, MBAM&A Advisor | Venture Capital Fund ManagerManaging Director\, Urban Capital NetworkCEO\, Murphy Business – West HoustonLenny Saizan advises business owners on growth\, acquisitions\, exits\, and reinvestment strategy. As founder of the Legacy Maximizer System™\, he integrates M&A advisory\, private investing\, and wealth structuring to help entrepreneurs maximize enterprise value and build generational wealth. For The Capital Conversation\, Lenny brings the perspective of both sides of ownership: what it takes to acquire a business and what it takes to build one worth acquiring. He’ll help connect acquisition strategy\, business valuation\, capital structure\, investor readiness\, and exit planning — including how decisions made while building a company can ultimately affect its value when it is time to sell. Featured Financial InstitutionBANK OF AMERICAInside the Bank: What Happens Before the Yes? One of the most valuable relationships an entrepreneur can build may begin long before they ever apply for a loan. Representatives from Bank of America will take attendees inside the banking side of the capital conversation — exploring what financial institutions consider when evaluating businesses\, borrowers\, growth opportunities\, and requests for capital. The discussion will explore: • What makes a business bankable • What bankers evaluate before extending capital • Business loans\, lines of credit\, and financing options • Using financing in business acquisition and expansion • Financial preparation before seeking capital • Building a banking relationship before you need funding • How banking needs change as businesses and assets grow • The role of banking relationships throughout acquisition\, growth\, investment\, and exit The goal is not simply to understand what financial products exist. It is to better understand how to position yourself to use them strategically. Because your first conversation with your banker shouldn’t happen when you urgently need the money. What You’ll Gain BANKING RELATIONSHIPS Understand why building the relationship before you need capital matters. CAPITAL ACCESS Explore lending\, lines of credit\, acquisition financing\, and other capital pathways. ACQUISITION & GROWTH Understand how capital can be strategically used to buy\, build\, and scale. DEBT vs. EQUITY Explore how entrepreneurs evaluate borrowing\, outside investment\, and ownership. BUSINESS VALUE Learn how financial decisions made today can affect the value and marketability of a company tomorrow. EXIT STRATEGY Explore what entrepreneurs should consider financially before transitioning or selling a business. Who Should Attend Entrepreneurs • Founders • Executives • Professionals • Business Owners • Emerging Investors This conversation is designed for women who are ready to move beyond simply earning income and begin thinking more strategically about capital\, ownership\, leverage\, and long-term wealth. Presented By ALPHA WOMAN ASSOCIATION Alpha Woman Association advances women’s economic growth through education\, funding pathways\, strategic partnerships\, and access to opportunity. Women in Wealth creates proximity between women and the people\, institutions\, information\, and opportunities shaping today’s capital economy. Event Details Tuesday\, September 29\, 2026 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM CT The Ion Houston 4201 Main Street Houston\, TX 77002 Registration required. Limited seating available. URL:https://houston.impacthub.net/calendar/women-in-wealth/ LOCATION:Ion\, 4201 Main Street\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States CATEGORIES:connect ORGANIZER;CN="Tracie Jae":MAILTO:calendar-invite@lu_ma END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR