<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[CRI M&A Advisors, LLC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Advising family-owned & closely-held companies to prepare, position, and sell for maximum value. ]]></description><link>https://www.crimaa.com/insights</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 05:57:21 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.crimaa.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[The Exit Ramp - Navigating the Sale of your Business]]></title><description><![CDATA[Are you considering the next chapter in your business journey? Whether you're just beginning to think about your exit strategy or you're ready to take concrete steps, this comprehensive roundtable will walk you through every phase of a successful business transition. 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