Managing an Orderly Exit in Volatile Conditions

Exiting a market or scaling back operations is rarely a matter of choice alone. Political shifts, regulatory changes, or deteriorating operating environments can make continued presence unsustainable. This session provides a structured approach for managing withdrawal or divestment when conditions are uncertain, time is limited, or local dynamics complicate standard procedures.

The emphasis is on order, communication, and preservation—protecting value while maintaining relationships and reputation. Participants explore how to evaluate exit options, prepare contingency plans, and navigate complex stakeholder environments. The goal is to leave cleanly, minimize exposure, and maintain the option to return when conditions allow.

Duration: 60–90 minutes · Virtual or in-person options available

What You Will Learn:

How to evaluate exit scenarios under political, legal, or operational pressure
Approaches for managing cross-border or multi-stakeholder disengagement
Frameworks for asset protection, continuity, and communication planning
How to preserve institutional reputation and optionality for re-entry
Steps to coordinate internal alignment during sensitive transitions

Who This Session Is For:

Founders and executives operating in fragile or shifting markets
Boards and leadership teams preparing for controlled scale-down or closure
Investors managing portfolio exposure in uncertain jurisdictions
Organizations requiring structured disengagement plans that balance speed with compliance

About the Presenter

John Cobb is an advisor and founder of Pholus Advisory, a firm that supports organizations operating in complex or rapidly changing environments. His work focuses on governance, decision-making under uncertainty, and market-entry strategy across Latin America, Africa, and emerging markets worldwide. Parkstone Associates coordinates access to his sessions for qualified organizations.

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