Selling, Buying, & Financing a Business: The Story of Puckett’s Jewelry
When Martha and Dave Puckett decided it was time to step away from the business they’d built, what happened next?
Who bought it? How did the financing work? What made the transition successful — and what was harder than expected?
On August 6, you’ll hear the whole story directly from the people who lived it.
YOU’LL HEAR FROM
Dave & Martha Puckett – Sellers, Puckett’s Jewelry
Hannah Lewis – Buyer, Puckett’s Jewelry
Seth Helton – Commercial Lender, CFSB
Terri Lundberg – Moderator, Wiser360
ABOUT THIS EVENT
This free hybrid event brings together the seller, buyer, and lender behind the real-world transition of Puckett’s Jewelry for an honest conversation about what the process actually looked like.
Rather than talking about business succession in theory, you’ll hear three perspectives on one real transition — the decisions made, the challenges faced, and what made it work.
Networking begins at 5:00 PM at Sprocket with light snacks and refreshments provided by CFSB. The panel discussion begins at 5:30 PM. A Zoom option is available for remote attendees.
WHO THIS IS FOR
- Business owners thinking about the future of their business
- Professionals and operators interested in acquiring a business
- Advisors, lenders, and economic development partners who support ownership transitions
This event is not for individuals seeking quick deals, outside buyers without community ties, or anyone expecting Sprocket to broker or facilitate transactions.
WHAT YOU’LL TAKE AWAY
- A practical, real-world look at how a local business changed hands
- Insight into the seller’s, buyer’s, and lender’s perspectives
- A better understanding of succession planning, acquisition financing, and responsible ownership transition
- Connections with business owners, future buyers, advisors, and community leaders
- Information about future West Kentucky ETA programming and resources
EVENT DETAILS
📍 Sprocket, 3121 Broadway St, Suite 106, Paducah, KY
📅 Thursday, August 6, 2026
🕔 Networking: 5:00 PM | Program: 5:30–6:30 PM
💻 Zoom available for remote attendees
🍽 Light snacks & refreshments provided by CFSB
West Kentucky ETA is an initiative of Sprocket, supported by CFSB and Houchens Insurance Group.