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Peter Stansbury

Peter Stansbury

Exited founder helping businesses and founders create value and plan for the future

PeterStansbury
Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom
Joined November 2025

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Summary

Peter Stansbury is a seasoned entrepreneur and business advisor with over 40 years of experience in technology and business transformation. He has successfully built and exited multiple businesses, including Evoco Digital Services, which he co-founded and sold to Version 1. His expertise spans sales, marketing, project and program management, and agile coaching. ocovai+3
As a co-founder of Exitologists and Founder of Ocovai, Peter is currently dedicated to helping business owners, investors, and founders navigate the complexities of exit planning and value creation, particularly in the evolving landscape of AI. He emphasizes the importance of early exit strategy development and preparing for life after exit, addressing both financial and personal aspects. exitologists+2
Peter is also a published author, contributing articles on entrepreneurship, business exits, and AI strategy to platforms like Medium, Exitologists, and Stansburys. He actively shares insights on topics such as 'The Young Entrepreneur Myth,' 'Why Your Best Employee Just Left,' and the strategic use of AI in business. medium+2
Beyond his professional endeavors, Peter is a dedicated athlete and coach in Buckinghamshire, actively participating in running, jumping, and throwing events. This reflects his commitment to personal development and his ability to embrace new challenges, even after a long hiatus from the sport. ocovai+1

Work

Education

Writing

The Global Entrepreneur Programme: Why the UK is Your Gateway to Global Growth

November 1, 2025

An article by Peter Stansbury on the Exitologists platform.

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I Never Thought I’d Leave: The Owners Who Never Planned to Exit

November 1, 2025

An article by Peter Stansbury on the Exitologists platform.

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Why Your Best Employee Just Left

October 1, 2025

An article by Peter Stansbury on the Exitologists platform.

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The Silver Tsunami: Why Thousands of Businesses Are Unprepared for What’s Coming

October 1, 2025

An article by Peter Stansbury on the Exitologists platform.

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Seed Strapping: The Strategic Middle Ground Between Bootstrapping and Venture Capital

September 1, 2025

An article by Peter Stansbury on the Exitologists platform.

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The MBO Opportunity Hidden in Family Business Succession Failures

September 1, 2025

An article by Peter Stansbury on the Exitologists platform.

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Due Diligence Deal Breakers: What Really Kills Business Exits

August 1, 2025

An article by Peter Stansbury on the Exitologists platform.

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The Network Effect: Why 75% of VC Deals Never See Female Founders

August 1, 2025

An article by Peter Stansbury on the Exitologists platform.

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The No-Exit Exit: Why Some Founders Should Never Sell

August 1, 2025

An article by Peter Stansbury on the Exitologists platform.

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Why You Need an Exit Strategy (Even If You Just Started Your Business)

August 1, 2025

An article by Peter Stansbury on the Exitologists platform.

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The “Young Entrepreneur” Myth: Why Your Best Business Years May Be Ahead of You.

June 1, 2025

An article challenging the perception that entrepreneurship is a young person's game, highlighting that older entrepreneurs often have higher success rates due to deeper networks, better access to capital, and strategic thinking.

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AI PoC — Stop Wasting Your Time on Proving the Proven – There is a Better Way!

An article discussing the common pitfalls of Proof of Concept (PoC) in AI projects, suggesting more effective approaches to integrate AI without getting stuck in endless PoC cycles.

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Hobbies

Coaches and participates in athletics, including running, jumping, and throwing, after returning to the sport after a 35-year break. ocovai+1

Notes

TPThomas Powersaid they've seen
PSPeter Stansbury
make a real difference for UK or European founders building in sectors like AI, SaaS, or real estate before their product even launches.

Jan 30, 2026

TPThomas Powersaid they've witnessed
PSPeter Stansbury
play a hands-on role in a major acquisition or sale of a business.

Jan 30, 2026

ESErik Schwartzsaid
PSPeter Stansbury
is among the most insightful speakers on the practical application of AI to legacy industries they've seen.

Jan 22, 2026

OIOnur Ibrahimsaid they've seen
PSPeter Stansbury
lead or advise projects that successfully use AI to create new workflows for established businesses.

Jan 21, 2026

TPThomas Powersaid
PSPeter Stansbury
is one of the most impressive founders they know leading a growth-stage company.

Jan 21, 2026

DCDon Cookesaid
PSPeter Stansbury
is one of the most impressive founders they know leading a growth-stage company.

Jan 15, 2026

OIOnur Ibrahimsaid
PSPeter Stansbury
's approach to scaling and planning for exits has really stood out to them.

Dec 24, 2025

TPThomas Powersaid
PSPeter Stansbury
played a major role in leading a startup through a successful funding round.

Nov 28, 2025