Listen to the episode Laurie Barkman is joined by Robb McKinney, Founder of Bridgeview Wealth, to discuss how wealth isn’t just about money. Entrepreneurs and family businesses can pass on their values along with their money– connecting their heart and history,...
Listen to the episode: Laurie Barkman talks about building your employer brand and cultivating culture with Tiffany Castagno, CEO of CEPHR, a human resources consulting firm. Having a strong culture is foundational to succession and transition planning. As...
Listen to the episode: Ten years ago, Laura Coe and her sister launched their company, Snapology. She was inspired to create a social and educational outlet for kids to fuel her sons’ curiosity for learning outside the classroom. Laura shared how they discovered a...
Listen to the Succession Stories podcast: Laurie Barkman talks deal making and transition planning with Chris Brodman, President of Metz Lewis, a law firm specializing in M&A and business transactions. The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted private equity and...
Listen to the Succession Stories podcast: Janet Wischnia is an Owner and former CEO of her family’s 90-year old company, Thomaston Mills. In 2019, they launched an e-commerce startup called American Blossom Linens. The new venture brought the “Made In USA” commercial...
Listen to the Succession Stories podcast: Laurie Barkman and Chris Chaney talk transition planning for business owners. Many owners do not yet have robust transition plans in place. It feels complicated because of blurred lines between personal identity, finances, and...