WEBINARS

Brush up on your exit planning knowledge with our ongoing series of free live virtual webinars, featuring industry experts presenting on various interesting and engaging topics relevant to value acceleration.

ONLINE EDUCATION OPTIONS

The Exit Planning Institute (EPI) offers an opportunity to enhance your knowledge of exit planning while earning continuing education credits through our virtual webinars. These online sessions feature engaging and informative content presented by various experts in the field.

Note: Webinar recordings are available after broadcast to members of our CEPA® Credentialed Plus tier. These sessions support ongoing professional development and serve as a valuable reference for advisors. Recordings can be accessed by logging into the Member Center.

 

Continuing Education: Current CEPAs who attend an EPI Webinar will earn 1 EPI CE Credit for attending the live session. The CE Credit from attending will be added to your CE Tracker within five business days. Sessions attended by phone cannot be automatically tracked, so members should self-submit these sessions to receive CE Credit. 

Upcoming Webinars

SETARA: The Tax Strategy You Must Know for Your Business Owner Clients
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SETARA: The Tax Strategy You Must Know for Your Business Owner Clients

In this webinar, we will discuss why Exit Planners who also provide financial and retirement guidance are uniquely positioned to create deeper client relationships and deliver more comprehensive planning solutions through SETARA (Self-Employed Tax and Retirement Analysis).

7/2/26 | EPI CE Hours: 1
Maximizing the Value of Existing Life Insurance Policies – For Exit Planning Advisors
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Maximizing the Value of Existing Life Insurance Policies – For Exit Planning Advisors

Join Doug Himmel, Managing Partner of Melville Capital, to discover how the institutional life settlement market can help your clients capture Fair Market Value for policies that no longer fit their needs, turning a potential lapse into a significant liquidity event.

7/7/26 | EPI CE Hours: 1
The Exit Advisor's AI Toolkit: How To Get Resistant Owners To Build The Systems Buyers Demand
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The Exit Advisor's AI Toolkit: How To Get Resistant Owners To Build The Systems Buyers Demand

You've tried ChatGPT. It gave you generic garbage. You've watched the AI hype videos. They don't apply to exit planning. Meanwhile, your clients still won't document their processes, and you're stick manually building systems from scratch for every engagement. Join this session presented by Scott Beebe.

7/14/26 | EPI CE Hours: 1
Managing and Navigating Owner’s Behavior For Successful Transitions
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Managing and Navigating Owner’s Behavior For Successful Transitions

Learn how to recognize and cater your messaging and communication to all personality types at all levels of an organization. From initial client conditioning to navigating challenging conversations and decision making, this course will give you the tools and skills to cut through the barriers and get the client to keep moving forward.

7/16/26 | EPI CE Hours: 1
Ask a Certified Exit Planning Advisor: A Live Ask Me Anything with Advisors in the Field
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Ask a Certified Exit Planning Advisor: A Live Ask Me Anything with Advisors in the Field

Go beyond theory in this live “Ask Me Anything” webinar featuring three Certified Exit Planning Advisors (CEPA®) at different stages of their journey—1 year, 3 years, and 5+ years in. Through guided discussion and live audience Q&A, panelists will share why they pursued the CEPA credential, what changed after earning it, and how they’ve applied the Value Acceleration Methodology™ in practice.

7/21/26 | EPI CE Hours: 1
ESOP Financing – Why it Matters and How it’s Secured
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ESOP Financing – Why it Matters and How it’s Secured

This session presented by Andrew Nikolai is designed for exit planning advisors with a basic understanding of employee stock ownership plans, but limited exposure to the transaction process. To learn more about ESOP-led business succession and exit strategies

7/23/26 | EPI CE Hours: 1
The Long-Term-Hold Buyer: A Different Exit for Owners
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The Long-Term-Hold Buyer: A Different Exit for Owners

This session is led by Critical Services Group, a long-term holding company that acquires lower-middle-market businesses and holds them for the long run

7/28/26 | EPI CE Hours: 1
Designing an Optimal Business Transition Strategy
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Designing an Optimal Business Transition Strategy

Join the Exit Planning Institute for our 2026 Webinar Series! Current CEPAs can earn 1 EPI CE Credit for attending live sessions. CE Credits will be added to your CE Tracker within five business days after participation. Please note: Attendance via phone cannot be automatically tracked, so members must self-submit these sessions to receive credit.

8/4/26 | EPI CE Hours: 1
Save the Date - ON24 - 2026 EPI Webinar - 2026-08-11
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Save the Date - ON24 - 2026 EPI Webinar - 2026-08-11

Join the Exit Planning Institute for our 2026 Webinar Series! Current CEPAs can earn 1 EPI CE Credit for attending live sessions. CE Credits will be added to your CE Tracker within five business days after participation. Please note: Attendance via phone cannot be automatically tracked, so members must self-submit these sessions to receive credit.

8/11/26 | EPI CE Hours: 1
The Founder's Dilemma: When Enterprise Value and Personal Vision Drift Apart
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The Founder's Dilemma: When Enterprise Value and Personal Vision Drift Apart

This session explores the relationship between intentional ownership and enterprise value. Attendees will examine how an owner's long-term objectives shape strategic business decisions and why greater clarity often leads to stronger execution and more transferable value. Rather than replacing the Value Acceleration Methodology, this perspective strengthens it by connecting business growth, personal objectives, and long-term planning into a more integrated advisory experience.

8/18/26 | EPI CE Hours: 1
The Five Common Pathways to Improving a Business Owner’s Real Estate Scenario
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The Five Common Pathways to Improving a Business Owner’s Real Estate Scenario

This webinar offers valuable thought leadership in the exit planning community, focusing on commercial real estate’s (CRE) influence on enterprise value and the integration of exit planning principles into commercial real estate.

8/25/26 | EPI CE Hours: 1
Bridging the Execution Gap: The CEPA’s Role in Turning Strategy into Action
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Bridging the Execution Gap: The CEPA’s Role in Turning Strategy into Action

In this session, participants will explore the three underlying causes of the execution gap: the Advisor Gap, the Alignment Gap, and the Accountability Gap. When advisors operate in silos, visions remain unclear, and execution lacks discipline, even the best succession and value growth plans struggle to gain traction.

8/27/26 | EPI CE Hours: 1
Save the Date - ON24 - 2026 EPI Webinar - 2026-09-01
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Save the Date - ON24 - 2026 EPI Webinar - 2026-09-01

Join the Exit Planning Institute for our 2026 Webinar Series! Current CEPAs can earn 1 EPI CE Credit for attending live sessions. CE Credits will be added to your CE Tracker within five business days after participation. Please note: Attendance via phone cannot be automatically tracked, so members must self-submit these sessions to receive credit.

9/1/26 | EPI CE Hours: 1
Save the Date - ON24 - 2026 EPI Webinar - 2026-09-08
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Save the Date - ON24 - 2026 EPI Webinar - 2026-09-08

Join the Exit Planning Institute for our 2026 Webinar Series! Current CEPAs can earn 1 EPI CE Credit for attending live sessions. CE Credits will be added to your CE Tracker within five business days after participation. Please note: Attendance via phone cannot be automatically tracked, so members must self-submit these sessions to receive credit.

9/8/26 | EPI CE Hours: 1
Save the Date - ON24 - 2026 EPI Webinar - 2026-09-15
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Save the Date - ON24 - 2026 EPI Webinar - 2026-09-15

Join the Exit Planning Institute for our 2026 Webinar Series! Current CEPAs can earn 1 EPI CE Credit for attending live sessions. CE Credits will be added to your CE Tracker within five business days after participation. Please note: Attendance via phone cannot be automatically tracked, so members must self-submit these sessions to receive credit.

9/15/26 | EPI CE Hours: 1
How to Build Trusted Relationships with Business Owners
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How to Build Trusted Relationships with Business Owners

This webinar will explore how high-level professionals build strong relationships with business owners by learning to think operationally, communicate with precision, anticipate pressure points, and demonstrate value early.

9/17/26 | EPI CE Hours: 1
Before They Say "Exit": How Advisors Become Relevant Through Everyday Business Conversations
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Before They Say "Exit": How Advisors Become Relevant Through Everyday Business Conversations

Join CEPAs Laurie Barkman and Michael Laliberte for real-world lessons on becoming relevant to owners long before an exit. Attendees will learn how advisors can use ongoing wealth, tax, and business planning conversations to identify opportunities and build a transferable asset before a transaction is ever contemplated. Because the most successful transitions, and the strongest client relationships, are built years before anyone says the word exit.

9/22/26 | EPI CE Hours: 1
Save the Date - ON24 - 2026 EPI Webinar - 2026-09-29
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Save the Date - ON24 - 2026 EPI Webinar - 2026-09-29

Join the Exit Planning Institute for our 2026 Webinar Series! Current CEPAs can earn 1 EPI CE Credit for attending live sessions. CE Credits will be added to your CE Tracker within five business days after participation. Please note: Attendance via phone cannot be automatically tracked, so members must self-submit these sessions to receive credit.

9/29/26 | EPI CE Hours: 1
Save the Date - ON24 - 2026 EPI Webinar - 2026-10-01
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Save the Date - ON24 - 2026 EPI Webinar - 2026-10-01

Join the Exit Planning Institute for our 2026 Webinar Series! Current CEPAs can earn 1 EPI CE Credit for attending live sessions. CE Credits will be added to your CE Tracker within five business days after participation. Please note: Attendance via phone cannot be automatically tracked, so members must self-submit these sessions to receive credit.

10/1/26 | EPI CE Hours: 1
Save the Date - ON24 - 2026 EPI Webinar - 2026-10-06
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Save the Date - ON24 - 2026 EPI Webinar - 2026-10-06

Join the Exit Planning Institute for our 2026 Webinar Series! Current CEPAs can earn 1 EPI CE Credit for attending live sessions. CE Credits will be added to your CE Tracker within five business days after participation. Please note: Attendance via phone cannot be automatically tracked, so members must self-submit these sessions to receive credit.

10/6/26 | EPI CE Hours: 1
Save the Date - ON24 - 2026 EPI Webinar - 2026-10-08
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Save the Date - ON24 - 2026 EPI Webinar - 2026-10-08

Join the Exit Planning Institute for our 2026 Webinar Series! Current CEPAs can earn 1 EPI CE Credit for attending live sessions. CE Credits will be added to your CE Tracker within five business days after participation. Please note: Attendance via phone cannot be automatically tracked, so members must self-submit these sessions to receive credit.

10/8/26 | EPI CE Hours: 1
Save the Date - ON24 - 2026 EPI Webinar - 2026-10-13
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Save the Date - ON24 - 2026 EPI Webinar - 2026-10-13

Join the Exit Planning Institute for our 2026 Webinar Series! Current CEPAs can earn 1 EPI CE Credit for attending live sessions. CE Credits will be added to your CE Tracker within five business days after participation. Please note: Attendance via phone cannot be automatically tracked, so members must self-submit these sessions to receive credit.

10/13/26 | EPI CE Hours: 1
Save the Date - ON24 - 2026 EPI Webinar - 2026-10-15
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Save the Date - ON24 - 2026 EPI Webinar - 2026-10-15

Join the Exit Planning Institute for our 2026 Webinar Series! Current CEPAs can earn 1 EPI CE Credit for attending live sessions. CE Credits will be added to your CE Tracker within five business days after participation. Please note: Attendance via phone cannot be automatically tracked, so members must self-submit these sessions to receive credit.

10/15/26 | EPI CE Hours: 1
Save the Date - ON24 - 2026 EPI Webinar - 2026-10-20
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Save the Date - ON24 - 2026 EPI Webinar - 2026-10-20

Join the Exit Planning Institute for our 2026 Webinar Series! Current CEPAs can earn 1 EPI CE Credit for attending live sessions. CE Credits will be added to your CE Tracker within five business days after participation. Please note: Attendance via phone cannot be automatically tracked, so members must self-submit these sessions to receive credit.

10/20/26 | EPI CE Hours: 1
Save the Date - ON24 - 2026 EPI Webinar - 2026-10-22
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Save the Date - ON24 - 2026 EPI Webinar - 2026-10-22

Join the Exit Planning Institute for our 2026 Webinar Series! Current CEPAs can earn 1 EPI CE Credit for attending live sessions. CE Credits will be added to your CE Tracker within five business days after participation. Please note: Attendance via phone cannot be automatically tracked, so members must self-submit these sessions to receive credit.

10/22/26 | EPI CE Hours: 1
Save the Date - ON24 - 2026 EPI Webinar - 2026-10-27
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Save the Date - ON24 - 2026 EPI Webinar - 2026-10-27

Join the Exit Planning Institute for our 2026 Webinar Series! Current CEPAs can earn 1 EPI CE Credit for attending live sessions. CE Credits will be added to your CE Tracker within five business days after participation. Please note: Attendance via phone cannot be automatically tracked, so members must self-submit these sessions to receive credit.

10/27/26 | EPI CE Hours: 1
Save the Date - 2026 EPI Webinar
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Save the Date - 2026 EPI Webinar

Join the Exit Planning Institute for our 2026 Webinar Series! Current CEPAs can earn 1 EPI CE Credit for attending live sessions. CE Credits will be added to your CE Tracker within five business days after participation. Please note: Attendance via phone cannot be automatically tracked, so members must self-submit these sessions to receive credit.

10/29/26 | EPI CE Hours: 1
Save the Date - ON24 - 2026 EPI Webinar - 2026-11-03
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Save the Date - ON24 - 2026 EPI Webinar - 2026-11-03

Join the Exit Planning Institute for our 2026 Webinar Series! Current CEPAs can earn 1 EPI CE Credit for attending live sessions. CE Credits will be added to your CE Tracker within five business days after participation. Please note: Attendance via phone cannot be automatically tracked, so members must self-submit these sessions to receive credit.

11/3/26 | EPI CE Hours: 1
Save the Date - ON24 - 2026 EPI Webinar - 2026-11-05
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Save the Date - ON24 - 2026 EPI Webinar - 2026-11-05

Join the Exit Planning Institute for our 2026 Webinar Series! Current CEPAs can earn 1 EPI CE Credit for attending live sessions. CE Credits will be added to your CE Tracker within five business days after participation. Please note: Attendance via phone cannot be automatically tracked, so members must self-submit these sessions to receive credit.

11/5/26 | EPI CE Hours: 1
Save the Date - ON24 - 2026 EPI Webinar - 2026-11-10
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Save the Date - ON24 - 2026 EPI Webinar - 2026-11-10

Join the Exit Planning Institute for our 2026 Webinar Series! Current CEPAs can earn 1 EPI CE Credit for attending live sessions. CE Credits will be added to your CE Tracker within five business days after participation. Please note: Attendance via phone cannot be automatically tracked, so members must self-submit these sessions to receive credit.

11/10/26 | EPI CE Hours: 1
Save the Date - ON24 - 2026 EPI Webinar - 2026-11-12
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Save the Date - ON24 - 2026 EPI Webinar - 2026-11-12

Join the Exit Planning Institute for our 2026 Webinar Series! Current CEPAs can earn 1 EPI CE Credit for attending live sessions. CE Credits will be added to your CE Tracker within five business days after participation. Please note: Attendance via phone cannot be automatically tracked, so members must self-submit these sessions to receive credit.

11/12/26 | EPI CE Hours: 1
Save the Date - ON24 - 2026 EPI Webinar - 2026-11-17
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Save the Date - ON24 - 2026 EPI Webinar - 2026-11-17

Join the Exit Planning Institute for our 2026 Webinar Series! Current CEPAs can earn 1 EPI CE Credit for attending live sessions. CE Credits will be added to your CE Tracker within five business days after participation. Please note: Attendance via phone cannot be automatically tracked, so members must self-submit these sessions to receive credit.

11/17/26 | EPI CE Hours: 1
Save the Date - ON24 - 2026 EPI Webinar - 2026-11-19
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Save the Date - ON24 - 2026 EPI Webinar - 2026-11-19

Join the Exit Planning Institute for our 2026 Webinar Series! Current CEPAs can earn 1 EPI CE Credit for attending live sessions. CE Credits will be added to your CE Tracker within five business days after participation. Please note: Attendance via phone cannot be automatically tracked, so members must self-submit these sessions to receive credit.

11/19/26 | EPI CE Hours: 1
Save the Date - ON24 - 2026 EPI Webinar - 2026-11-24
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Save the Date - ON24 - 2026 EPI Webinar - 2026-11-24

Join the Exit Planning Institute for our 2026 Webinar Series! Current CEPAs can earn 1 EPI CE Credit for attending live sessions. CE Credits will be added to your CE Tracker within five business days after participation. Please note: Attendance via phone cannot be automatically tracked, so members must self-submit these sessions to receive credit.

11/24/26 | EPI CE Hours: 1
Save the Date - ON24 - 2026 EPI Webinar - 2026-12-01
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Save the Date - ON24 - 2026 EPI Webinar - 2026-12-01

Join the Exit Planning Institute for our 2026 Webinar Series! Current CEPAs can earn 1 EPI CE Credit for attending live sessions. CE Credits will be added to your CE Tracker within five business days after participation. Please note: Attendance via phone cannot be automatically tracked, so members must self-submit these sessions to receive credit.

12/1/26 | EPI CE Hours: 1
Save the Date - ON24 - 2026 EPI Webinar - 2026-12-03
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Save the Date - ON24 - 2026 EPI Webinar - 2026-12-03

Join the Exit Planning Institute for our 2026 Webinar Series! Current CEPAs can earn 1 EPI CE Credit for attending live sessions. CE Credits will be added to your CE Tracker within five business days after participation. Please note: Attendance via phone cannot be automatically tracked, so members must self-submit these sessions to receive credit.

12/3/26 | EPI CE Hours: 1
Save the Date - ON24 - 2026 EPI Webinar - 2026-12-08
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Save the Date - ON24 - 2026 EPI Webinar - 2026-12-08

Join the Exit Planning Institute for our 2026 Webinar Series! Current CEPAs can earn 1 EPI CE Credit for attending live sessions. CE Credits will be added to your CE Tracker within five business days after participation. Please note: Attendance via phone cannot be automatically tracked, so members must self-submit these sessions to receive credit.

12/8/26 | EPI CE Hours: 1
Save the Date - ON24 - 2026 EPI Webinar - 2026-12-10
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Save the Date - ON24 - 2026 EPI Webinar - 2026-12-10

Join the Exit Planning Institute for our 2026 Webinar Series! Current CEPAs can earn 1 EPI CE Credit for attending live sessions. CE Credits will be added to your CE Tracker within five business days after participation. Please note: Attendance via phone cannot be automatically tracked, so members must self-submit these sessions to receive credit.

12/10/26 | EPI CE Hours: 1
CEPA Plus: Benefits, Tools, and How to Get the Most from Your Membership
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CEPA Plus: Benefits, Tools, and How to Get the Most from Your Membership

Join the Exit Planning Institute for our 2026 Webinar Series! Current CEPAs can earn 1 EPI CE Credit for attending live sessions. CE Credits will be added to your CE Tracker within five business days after participation. Please note: Attendance via phone cannot be automatically tracked, so members must self-submit these sessions to receive credit.

12/15/26 | EPI CE Hours: 1

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