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How Social Entrepreneurs Can Protect Their Mission When They Step Down

Social entrepreneurs care more about mission continuity than cashing out. This research-backed framework helps founders prepare successors, reduce founder dependence, and sustain impact. As Sarah sat Read More...

Category: Research Insight

Authors: Raja Singaram , Miruna Radu-Lefebvre and William Gartner

When Keeping the Business in the Family No Longer Makes Sense

A study of German family businesses showed that as intra-family succession becomes more difficult, families are increasingly open to selling — and intermediaries are emerging to help match owners Read More...

Category: Research Insight

Authors: Allan Sandham and Isabell Stamm

How Well are Business Owners Preparing for Succession and Transition?

American business owners are aging. According to the 2021 US Census, nearly 52% of business owners are 55+ and 23% are 65+. This is consistent with the increased proportion of aging Americans in the Read More...

Category: Research Insight

Author: Michael Darger

Exiting a Business: the Challenges and Rewards

Of the huge number of businesses that are started each year, hardly any make it to a life-changing sale for the owner. While not everyone’s goal is to sell their business, even those who want to Read More...

Category: Commentary

Author: Jodie Cook