E14: 2nd Gen CEO Success From Turnaround to Strategic Sale – Dawn Fuchs Coleman
Listen to the episode: Dawn Fuchs Coleman is the former CEO of Weavertown Environmental Group, a 2nd generation company. Dawn shared her decision to join the family business, getting the keys to the company when she didn’t expect it, leading a turnaround and...
E13: Search Fund Acquisitions – Jamie Van Buren, Generational Transfer Entrepreneurs
Listen to the episode: It’s a topic on the mind of many business owners, what to do when family members are not interested or not able to run the company going forward. Listen in as Laurie Barkman speaks with Jamie Van Buren, Managing Director of Generational...
E11: Investing in Family Businesses and Emerging Entrepreneurs – Bobby Zappala & Andy Ellis
Listen to the episode: Laurie Barkman speaks with Bobby Zappala and Andy Ellis, Managing Partners of Localize Capital. This episode highlights an innovative financing approach for family owned businesses that supports long-term growth and the independence of emerging...
E10: Entrepreneurial Resilience – Len Caric, CEO Uncle Charley’s Sausage
Listen to the episode: Len Caric acquired Uncle Charlie’s Sausage in 2014 after the company faced a tragic business succession. Just six weeks after acquiring the company as the new CEO, he faced a significant industry challenge. Listen in as Laurie Barkman speaks...