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Three Paths to Growth: Which One Fits Your Company?
The following article was written by Wade Wyant of Red Wagon Advisors. Every business owner wants to achieve growth. And every business owner should. So… READ MORE
How Servant Leadership Can Ensure the Long-Term Success of the Family-Owned Business
The following article was written by Scott Hill of Varnum LLP. Through my work as a corporate attorney, I’ve had the opportunity to observe many… READ MORE
Succession Plan Brought About Intended Growth, My Own Retirement
Have you noticed more people retiring recently? The rise in the investment markets over the decade, aging baby boomers and workplace changes seem to be… READ MORE
Take Aways from Anatomy of a Deal: Mergers and Acquisitions for the Family Business
The following article was shared by Haans Mulder of Cunningham Dalman PC. Key components of a deal: strategic rationale, due diligence, deal structure (stock v.… READ MORE
Anatomy of a Deal: Mergers & Acquisitions
Written by Robert Tyndall: Managing Director of Investment Banking and Corporate Finance at Fifth Third Bank U.S. market valuations for middle market companies are at… READ MORE
#BusinessFocus: Welsh Wire with Matt Allard of Brightstar Capital Partners
In this week’s show, Sheri talks with Matthew Allard, a partner with Brightstar Capital Partners, to learn more about a Family Business Alliance seminar, “Anatomy… READ MORE
Eight Takeaways from Tax Season for Family Business Owners
We just finished filing taxes under the largest reform in 30 years! As we reflect back on this filing we’ve compiled a list of key… READ MORE
Member Spotlight: Swisslane Farms
Listen to the audio version here. Diana: [00:03] Good afternoon, this is Diana Schad, the Director of the Family Business Alliance. I am here today with Annie… READ MORE
How to Protect Your Family Business From Divorce
Written by Haans Mulder, JD, MBA, MST, CFP® There are many challenges to transitioning a family business to the next generation. One of the greatest… READ MORE
Hylant Member Spotlight
Diana: 00:03 This is Diana Schad, director of the Family Business Alliance. Joining us today is Matt Hylant, a fourth-generation member of Hylant, and Mike Hylant,… READ MORE
It’s Time to Dust Off the Buy-Sell Agreement for Your Family Business
Written by Haans Mulder, JD, MBA, MST, CFP® If you have one or more owners of your family business, a buy-sell agreement is critical for the… READ MORE
Life Coach vs. Therapist: Which is right for you?
Ashley was rubbing her temples to try to soothe her pounding headache. She began to breathe more slowly and deeply as she felt the anxiety… READ MORE
Building a Culture by Design™
I’ve worked in some awesome companies— collaborative, educational, challenging, and most of all… fun! The best jobs have always had the best people. I’ve also… READ MORE
Fettig Member Spotlight
Click here for the audio version. Diana: (00:03) This is Diana Schad, director of Family Business Alliance. Joining me is Mike Fettig, president of Fettig.… READ MORE
Family Businesses are Different
Written by Haans Mulder, JD, MBA, MST, CFP® If you own a business with another family member, you know that family businesses are different than other… READ MORE
Grand Rapids Label Company Member Spotlight
Click here for the audio version. Diana: (00:02) Hi, this is Diana Schad with the Family Business Alliance. Joining me is Bill Muir, President of Grand… READ MORE
Finding Top Talent – When It’s Time to Get Some Help
Written by Sheri Welsh – SPHR, CPC, CERS The struggle to find talent is real. The acute shortage of professional talent is staggering! Traditional methods… READ MORE
Grand Rapids Chair Member Spotlight
Geoff Miller joins FBA director, Diana Schad, to talk about the journey of Grand Rapids Chair. He highlights the highs and lows along the way,… READ MORE
