Andy Harris is a proven CEO and M&A sell-side advisor with three decades of leadership experience. As president of North American Strategies and Managing Director at STS Capital Partners, Andy expertly guides clients through all phases of the M&A process, helping business owners achieve eight- & nine-digit exits. He lives in California and works globally. Entrepreneur, investor, and M&A strategist Jonathan Sherrill scaled and sold businesses for twenty-five years. Today, Sherrill invests in business ventures. An author and speaker, he also provides CEO coaching services, helping business owners achieve their goals and prepare for successful exits. He and his family call Florida home.
""Andy Harris and Jonathan Sherrill share powerful insights that transform a complex, high-stakes process into a clear path to financial freedom and growth. Every entrepreneur serious about their future will benefit from their expertise."" - Verne Harnish, Founder, Entrepreneurs' Organization (EO) and Scaling Up ""As a serial entrepreneur and CEO coach to entrepreneurs worldwide, I've seen hundreds of business exits. Some have been incredibly successful, while too many have been marked by excessive stress and fallen short financially. The Extraordinary Exit lays out a proven path to success by leveraging the authors' deep personal experience as both owners and advisors."" - Jack Daly, CEO Coach, Professional Speaker and Entrepreneur ""A masterclass in how to exit a business the right way-strategically, profitably, and with purpose. This book belongs on every entrepreneur's shelf."" - Adam Coffey, CEO, Board Member, 4x Best-Selling Author, and Acclaimed International Speaker ""I have seen firsthand how Andy and his team have helped multiple CEOs orchestrate Extraordinary Exits. Andy and Jonathan's expertise and dedication shine through in this book."" - Wayne Cooper, Executive Chairman, Chief Executive Group ""Andy guided me through every step of selling my family business, helping us achieve a 30 percent premium over our initial offer. In this book, he and Jonathan share the same proven strategies and hard-earned wisdom that made our Extraordinary Exit possible."" - Karen Caplan, Former CEO/President, Frieda's Specialty Produce, the leading specialty produce distributor in the US ""Working with Andy Harris to sell my business was a game changer. His strategic approach delivered exceptional results and reflected his trademark blend of insight, focus, and heart. This book captures that same process and wisdom. It is essential reading for any owner considering a sale of their business."" - Jeff Kaczperski, Former Owner/Founder, Omega Plastics ""It's been inspiring to see these two leaders work together with their wisdom, experience, and purpose to achieve an outcome that reflects both business excellence and deep personal integrity. The Extraordinary Exit is a must-read for any business owner preparing for the most important transaction of their life."" - Paul West, Managing Partner, Carson Wealth Management ""I wish I'd had a resource like this when I sold my first business. This book distills the insights, strategies, and real-world experience every founder needs to prepare for and achieve a successful exit."" - Juli (Spottiswood) Brown, Chairman, Onbe ""Preparing for an exit is among the most important steps a business owner can take to build generational wealth and secure their legacy. With stories and lessons from both sides of the table, this book is an indispensable guide to a successful transition."" - Zac Ritchey, CFP(R) Partner/Managing Director, Private Wealth Asset Management ""This book is a MUST-read for aspiring entrepreneurs, regardless of whether you have a vision for an exit or not. Andy and Jonathan's experience and wisdom shine through the pages."" - Dominic J. Petrucci, Managing Partner, CT Realty ""Drawing from real client experiences, The Extraordinary Exit offers practical, faith-based insights for business owners who want to prepare well, maximize value, and finish strong."" - Marvin Willis, CPA/CITP, CGMA Smith+Howard