The award-winning podcast, hosted by Laurie Barkman, The Business Transition Sherpa™, M&A advisor, author, and keynote speaker, guides entrepreneurs who are considering leaving their ventures or simply beginning to think about their next steps. When you’re ready to sell, the company may not be sell-ready–leaving you out of time and unrewarded. If you want to create a more valuable business, or determine the best way to transition your closely held company, this podcast is for you. Listen weekly as Laurie interviews entrepreneurs and experts for insights to improve company value and overcome the challenges of succession.
Succession Stories Podcast, Exit Succession Plan 2024 year-end solocast! Laurie Barkman shares reflections and gratitude for family, friends, and the growing community of entrepreneurs building value ... ...more
Succession Stories
July 09, 2025•1 min read
This episode features Shelley Taylor, a family business advisor and expert on navigating family succession. Shelley has worked with multi-generational companies for more than 20 years, and she is the ... ...more
Succession Stories
July 09, 2025•27 min read
On this episode, listen in as Laurie Barkman speaks with Brian Baum, President of The Business Transition Group and chair of the Pittsburgh Exit Planning chapter. Brian works with multi-generational b... ...more
Succession Stories
July 09, 2025•39 min read
When there is no successor within the family, how do owners move to the next level of finding someone to buy and operate the business? ...more
Succession Stories
July 09, 2025•48 min read
How prepared is your business to operate without you? Laurie Barkman was joined by Jason Seltzer, entrepreneur and risk mitigation expert with EHD Insurance. Jason shared challenges business owners ca... ...more
Succession Stories
July 09, 2025•37 min read
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 chal... ...more
Succession Stories
July 09, 2025•47 min read
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