You Built a Great Business for a Greater Purpose. Your Exit Should Reflect That.
As a C12 member, you've committed to building your business as a platform for ministry and marketplace impact. Joshua Howard, Bluefin's founder, was a C12 member himself — he understands the C12 framework, the peer accountability, and the tension of transitioning a business you've built for God's purposes. We help C12 members exit with the same intentionality they've brought to every other business decision.
Sound Familiar?
If you're experiencing any of these challenges, you're not alone — and there's a clear path forward.
You've invested years building your business as a ministry platform — worried a sale could undo that kingdom impact
Your C12 forum has sharpened you, but exit planning requires specialized M&A expertise your peers may not have
Struggling to find an advisor who understands the C12 framework and what "great business for a greater purpose" actually means
Concerned about finding a buyer who will steward the culture and mission you've built through your C12 journey
Exit Planning from Someone Who's Sat in Your C12 Chair
Joshua Howard was a C12 member and understands the unique perspective C12 brings to business ownership — the monthly forums, the one-on-one coaching, the commitment to integrating faith and business excellence. We bring that same intentionality to your exit strategy, ensuring your transition honors everything you've built.
An advisor who's been through the C12 experience and speaks your language — stewardship, significance, kingdom impact
Buyer screening that goes beyond financials to evaluate values alignment and cultural stewardship
Significance Scorecard assessment aligned with the C12 framework of building great businesses for a greater purpose
Deal structuring that protects your employees, culture, and community impact
Post-exit planning for your next season of significance — whether ministry, mentoring, or a new marketplace calling
Why C12 Members Choose Bluefin
Former C12 Member
Joshua Howard was a C12 member himself. He's experienced the monthly forums, the peer accountability, and the transformative journey of building a business for God's purposes. He gets it.
Significance Framework
Our Significance Scorecard was born from the same journey C12 champions — moving from success to significance. It helps you define what a God-honoring exit looks like across every dimension of your life.
Kingdom-Minded Approach
We don't just close deals. We help C12 members steward their exit with the same faithfulness they've brought to building their business — protecting people, preserving mission, and maximizing kingdom impact.
How We Work Together
A proven process designed to maximize your outcome at every step.
C12-Aligned Assessment
We start with your Significance Scorecard and align your exit goals with the "great business for a greater purpose" framework you've been living.
Stewardship Strategy
We develop an exit plan that integrates your C12 values — faith integration, business excellence, and marketplace ministry — with sound M&A strategy.
Values-Aligned Buyer Search
We identify buyers who will honor the culture, mission, and kingdom impact you've built through your C12 journey.
Legacy Transition
We structure the deal to protect your people, preserve your mission, and position you for your next season of significance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions from business owners in your situation.
About Bluefin Capital Advisors - C12 Member Business Owner
Bluefin Capital Advisors is a Tampa Bay-based M&A advisory firm specializing in exit planningfor middle market business owners. Founded by Joshua Howard, a CEPA-certified exit planning advisor and author of "The Climb to Significance," Bluefin helps business owners achieve exits that create lasting significance.
This page is specifically designed for c12 member business owners seeking expert guidance with exit planning. Bluefin serves business owners across Florida and nationwide with services including exit planning, sell-side M&A advisory, buy-side acquisition strategy, capital services, and business growth advisory.
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