Strategic Exit Planning
Turn your aviation business into a legacy. Your success is our mission.
Ready to take control of your business’s future?
Imagine this: after years of hard work, sleepless nights and countless decisions, your aviation business has taken flight, soaring to new heights. You’ve built something special. But what happens when you’re ready to move on, pass the torch, or pivot to your next adventure? That’s where Exit Planning comes in.
Think Bigger. Plan Smarter.
No Regrets.
What is Exit Planning?
Exit planning is about knowing what your business is worth today—and what it could be worth tomorrow.
It’s about options.
It’s also about being intentional about your transition (or exit) and preparing for the future. Even when you’re in startup mode. A long way from retirement or selling the business.
At StepZero, we dive deep into your company’s value, pinpoint opportunities for growth and create a plan to maximize your intentions. With support from our Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA®), you’ll think bigger, plan smarter and walk away with no regrets.
What is a CEPA®?
A Certified Exit Planning Advisor helps you navigate business value, succession and growth.
They’ll help align your business, personal and financial goals while building transferable value. You’ll always be prepared to maximize a transition—planned or unplanned.
Enter Dustin Cordier, CEPA®: Aviation’s Strategic Exit Expert
His mission is simple: help aviation leaders turn success into significance.
Dustin Cordier, founder of StepZero Coaching, knows the business aviation industry inside and out.
As a Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA®), he helps entrepreneurs and aviation business owners like you build companies that don’t just run well—they thrive.
Through StepZero Coaching, Dustin has helped countless aviation entrepreneurs transform frustration into freedom.
He believes exit planning should never feel like an afterthought.
Instead, it should be woven into the very fabric of your business strategy, guiding your decisions and shaping your future.
How Dustin Cordier, CEPA®, Helps Aviation Entrepreneurs?
At StepZero, Dustin brings clarity and purpose to your exit strategy.
With his unique blend of operational experience, coaching and exit planning expertise, he can help you:
Identify Your Gaps
Assess your current value and identify critical gaps in your profit, value and wealth.
Maximize value
Identify areas to enhance profitability and growth, so you’re not leaving money on the table when the time comes.
Create a plan
Align your operational, financial and personal goals into a comprehensive strategy that’s clear, actionable and customized.
Why Plan Now?
50% of business owners are forced to sell before they are ready.
Don't let this be you.
Exit planning isn’t just a plan—it’s a strategy rooted in execution. It grows value, expands options, and lets owners transition on their terms when they’re ready.
At StepZero, Dustin brings clarity and purpose to your exit strategy.
With Dustin’s guidance, you’ll have a roadmap that empowers you to steer your business confidently, knowing that when you’re ready to take that step, you won’t be navigating uncharted territory alone.