Arthur Barrett, President of Barrett Distribution Centers to speak at Exit Planning Exchange Summit

WALTHAM, Mass. - March 5, 2015 - PRLog -- The Exit Planning Exchange (XPX) Boston announces that Arthur Barrett, President of Barrett Distribution Centers will be a featured speaker at the XPX Boston annual Summit on March 19^th, 2015 at The Conference Center at Waltham Woods.

“The Progression of Succession” is the theme of the 2015 Summit. Well known advisors and owners, such as Barrett, will share their practical knowledge and experience on preparing for and successfully executing business succession. Barrett will participate in a panel discussion focused on “Growth and Operational Efficiency.”  Other topics in this year’s Summit include growth capital, ESOP’s, internal ownership transition, management and leadership succession and sale. The Summit will run from 8:00 AM-4:00 PM with a reception afterwards.

Headquartered in Franklin, Massachusetts, Barrett Distribution Centers is a third party logistics solutions company with offices in Massachusetts, New Jersey, Tennessee, Maryland, Virginia and California.

Arthur Barrett, who is recognized as a visionary in his industry, has been a member of the IT and Education Committees of the International Warehousing and Logistics Association (IWLA), formed the Insurance and Legal Affairs Committee of the IWLA and served as its 2012-2013 Chairman.

Barrett earned his M.B.A. from Babson College, holds a B.A. in Economics/Accounting from the College of the Holy Cross and a B.S. in Civil Engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute.

In addition to featured speakers, the summit will include panelists and a fireside chat.  The highly interactive format will allow business owners and advisors to share personal lessons learned, tips and tricks, and stories regarding the requirements for successful management transition and exit.

Terry Phinney, Principal at Blackstone Management and Consulting, is the chair of the 2015 Summit.

About Exit Planning Exchange (XPX) Boston
XPX is committed to improving the process of planning for, positioning, and executing management succession and business exits. Founded in 2008, The Exit Planning Exchange (XPX) has chapters in Boston, Hartford, Philadelphia, DC Metro, Tampa Bay and Baltimore.

The Exit Planning Exchange (XPX) Boston offers an unparalleled opportunity for members to expand their professional networks and develop their skills in the field of exit planning. XPX members have access to a broad network of specialists in diverse fields, including accounting, merger and acquisition, business consulting, legal and human systems consulting. To learn more about the Exit Planning Exchange (XPX) Boston or to join, please contact Donna Powell, Administrator, at 978-392-7929, or donna@exitplanningexchange.com.