Biotech Breakfast: Why Your Business Value Matters

3101 West 22nd Street,Sioux Falls SD 57104

29 March, 2022

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Join us for our first Biotech Breakfast of 2022 as we welcome Patti Bell of Principal with tips for understanding your business's value. There’s a lot that goes into running a successful business. And there’s a lot of planning that goes into protecting it. But, how do you figure out if you have what you need? Start with these questions: Will I receive income from my business during my retirement? And if so, how much?Who would be a good potential buyer of my business?What is the value of my business and what could I sell it for?If I lost a key employee, how would it impact my business?If I became too sick or hurt to work, how would that impact my lifestyle and business?The good news is you don’t have to figure this out on your own. Together, we can address your top priorities and discuss solutions. That way you can stay focused on running your business. About Patti Bell, CPA, CLU A native of Iowa, Ms. Bell graduated from Loras College, Dubuque, Iowa, with a BA in Accounting. Bell is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and a Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU). Bell is a current member of the American Institute of CPAs, Iowa Society of CPAs and the local chapter of CLUs, as well as a past president of the Iowa Society of CPAs Since joining Principal in 1986, Bell has had a variety of responsibilities in the company, including tax reporting and support for the business and advanced markets. Currently a leader in Business and Advanced Solutions, Bell regularly provides technical presentations on business planning, executive benefits, estate planning and life insurance planning. About Principal Financial Group Principal is a leader in global investment management and retirement services with decades of experience. We help people and organizations around the world build, protect, and advance their financial well-being through retirement, insurance, and asset management solutions that fit their lives. About South Dakota Biotech South Dakota Biotech is the state affiliate of the Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO). This non-profit organization is dedicated to developing biotechnology through expanding research, advocacy, funding, education, infrastructure development and promotion. Formed in 2006, South Dakota Biotech serves a membership which includes business, universities, service providers and state-wide economic development entities to expand the bioscience industry. The primary goals of the association are to: Connect leaders and experts. Collaborate to shape the future. Drive innovation to feed, fuel, and heal the world.