In my many conversations with manufacturing industry leaders, succession planning consistently emerges as a critical challenge. When business owners start thinking about succession, it’s often because ...

When thinking about succession planning, it’s easy to paint a picture of something out of HBO’s Succession — sibling rivalry, a founder stepping aside, and the chosen one emerging. In reality, ...

For many entrepreneurs, their business is more than just a source of income—it's an extension of themselves representing years of hard work, financial investment, and emotional commitment. A shocking ...

To continue reading this content, please enable JavaScript in your browser settings and refresh this page. When you work for someone else, leaving a company can be as ...

Succession planning has always been important, but not critical. Now, in 2024, it has evolved from “should do” and “must-do” to “cannot wait.” Many external factors make it increasingly pertinent for ...

A succession plan is more than an exit plan. For years, financial advisors have believed that when it comes to succession planning, it’s a seller’s market. But as all advisors know, markets change.

Succession planning is one of the most critical tasks a business owner will face, yet it is often the most neglected. Many owners spend ...

In philanthropy, just as in business, the strategic foresight to plan for leadership succession is not just wise; it's imperative. Ensuring that a foundation or philanthropic organization can continue ...

To continue reading this content, please enable JavaScript in your browser settings and refresh this page. In Atlanta, where founder-led enterprises and growing ...

While two-thirds (64 percent) of business owners have a succession plan in place, a new study by Edward Jones highlights the complexities and emotional challenges entrepreneurs face in preparing for ...