Have an offer on the table?

When you reach the deal stage, you need an advisor who has been through this before: independent, honest, and committed to closing the sale you want. The Exit Whisperer® provides unbiased guidance till your dream deal is done.

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What Is The Exit Whisperer?

Critical exit support from an exited female founder partner, protecting your individual interests.

Your banker is focused on finding and closing a deal. Your attorney is focused on the legal structure. The Exit Whisperer is focused entirely on you. Our vetted advisors proactively prepare you tactically and emotionally, prioritizing your personal and financial goals. We ensure your voice stays central in rooms full of competing interests, strong opinions, and experts with their own agendas.

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Independent & Unbiased

The Whisper Group is not paid based on the outcome of the deal which means we’re structurally free to tell you the truth, including when it’s best to walk away.

Selling a business is one of the most consequential decisions of your professional life. Your best outcome is our only agenda.

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This Is For You If:

You have an offer on the table, are in active conversations with a potential acquirer, or are about to engage an investment banker, and you recognize the importance of independent support from someone who’s done it.

You already have financial and legal partners, but you’re lacking an advocate dedicated to getting the deal you truly want, not just getting the deal done.

You want an unbiased partner you can call, text, run things by and get candid guidance from as you move through this complex process. Someone you can trust with vulnerable business details and your most personal goals.

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HOW IT WORKS

Selling a business you built is deeply personal and intensely complex.

We pair you with an advisor has done it herself, which means she knows what to fight for, when to hold firm, and how to make sure you walk away with everything you deserve.

The Exit Whisperer is best for founders who have an offer on the table, are in active conversations with potential acquirers, or are ready to engage an investment banker.

Expect to Receive:

  • Bi-weekly Formal Call with Your Personal Advisor

  • Direct Text and Email Access for Moments That Can't Wait

  • Full LOI Review, Line by Line

  • Positioning, Acquirer Identification, and Relevant Outreach Strategy

  • Deal Structuring and Negotiation Support

  • Guidance from LOI through Due Diligence to Close

  • Custom Deployment plans for Announcement and Internal Communication

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    “I wanted help through the negotiation process from someone who has done this many times before, so I worked with The Whisper Group. It was just wonderful to have someone to call or text at all hours with questions, or to hold my hand through the harder parts of the conversations. Of course, my attorney was a huge part of it, and my finance and operations lead internally, and a banker—but my Whisper Advisor was absolutely clutch. I would definitely recommend having someone whose only job is to advocate for you and help you be a better negotiator.”

    - Marina Khidekel, Hugimals

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    “Working with The Whisper Group was a game-changer. As business owners preparing to exit, we were dealing with major imposter syndrome. After a period of tough trading and poor advice from so-called professionals, our confidence was at an all-time low. With TWG, everything changed. 


    They guided us through one of the most challenging times in our business and stood beside us every step of the way. They opened doors we could never have opened ourselves, introducing us to major industry contacts that proved instrumental in our success. Their insight and expertise were exceptional, and thanks to their guidance, we exited our company successfully and walked away with our heads held high. The Whisper Group didn’t just help us sell, they helped us believe in ourselves again.”

    - Kitty Dickerson Firth, TH & TH

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    “When I first started exploring an acquisition, I had no idea where to begin. The Whisper Group didn’t just guide me through the process—they found the right people to talk to, flagged the deal to interested parties, and stood by me in every negotiation. Through it all, they kept morale up and helped me stay grounded when things felt uncertain.

    And now…we've been acquired!!! I couldn't have done it without The Whisper Group!"

    - Samantha Gardner, HappyPillar

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    “Working with The Whisper Group has been invaluable. I needed someone in my corner to explain deal logistics to me, bounce ideas off of, and be a sounding board early on in the negotiation stage for selling my business. Since I've never sold a business before, having this support was crucial. They made me feel confident, empowered, and calmer going into conversations with the potential buyer. I'm so glad I got connected to The Whisper Group and have had them as a resource.”

    - Molly Nutt, Oaks Email Studio

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    “When it came time to think through the hardest parts: the structure, the pricing, the calls only a founder who’s done it can really answer, I had someone to talk it through with who’d been exactly where I was.” 

    ⁃ Gesche Haas, Dreamers & Doers

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Your banker and attorney are essential and they have specific jobs to do. Your banker is focused on finding and closing a deal. Your attorney is focused on the legal structure. The Exit Whisperer is focused entirely on you: making sure the deal you close is the right one.

    If you don’t already have these people in place, we source vetted partners for you to fill the gaps in your deal team.

  • No! We help founders exit all the time without a banker or broker and, along with a great legal team, can provide the critical support you need to negotiate behind the scenes and secure a successful deal.

  • It happens, and we plan for it. If your deal doesn't close within our engagement window, we’ll discuss the most beneficial next steps for your specific situation. The work we do together never disappears. It positions you for the next, better opportunity.

  • Very. Bi-weekly formal advisory calls are the baseline, but your advisor is also available by direct text and email for the moments that can't wait. Deals move quickly and unexpectedly. Your advisor knows that firsthand and moves with you.

  • If you're still evaluating your options, The Whisper Report may be a better starting point. That diagnostic is designed to give you a clear picture of where your business stands today and what path makes the most sense for your specific goals.