Laurie Barkman shares her journey from being the CEO of a privately held company to becoming a mergers and acquisitions advisor. She discusses the emotional and practical aspects of business transitions and highlights the importance of planning for the future. Laurie...
In this episode, Laurie opens up to Andrew Stotz about her personal journey, sharing her worst investment ever: not investing her time in building her own business sooner. Join us as Laurie reflects on her valuable lessons, emphasizing the importance of making quick...
In this enlightening episode, Laurie Barkman, a seasoned business transition strategist, joins host Ross Brannon to discuss the dynamics of selling a business, the ideal time to sell, and the significance of expanding one’s identity beyond one’s business....
In the fast-paced world of business, mergers and acquisitions are pivotal moments. I’m grateful to WTAE and The Associated Press for featuring my perspective on this subject. The recent buyout offer between U.S. Steel and Cleveland-Cliffs is a prime example of a...
As the concept of retirement continues to evolve, some Americans are rejecting the traditional notion of leaving the workforce for a life of leisure during their golden years. This movement, known as #NeverRetire, is gaining traction and challenging the idea that...
There’s no doubt that leadership transition and change management go hand-in-hand. Sometimes the transition for new leaders into organizations goes smoothly, like a baton handoff in a relay race. Other times, new leaders struggle to find their footing.A...