Auspicious Group Acquires Greg Moyer's Blue Chalk - A Very Personal Story

In this conversation, Greg Moyer, CEO of Blue Chalk Media, shares his extensive career journey in the media industry, from his early days in journalism to his pivotal role in launching the Discovery Channel. He discusses the founding of Blue Chalk Media, emphasizing the creative freedom it provided him and the challenges of running a media company. Moyer reflects on the growth of Blue Chalk, the development of his team, and the impact of industry changes on their business. He also delves into his succession planning and the recent sale of Blue Chalk, expressing optimism for the future under new leadership. takeaways Greg Moyer's career began in journalism and evolved into media production. He was part of the founding team of the Discovery Channel. Blue Chalk Media was founded to explore more soulful content. Creativity thrives within constraints, not in a vacuum. The first commission for Blue Chalk came from the Weather Channel. Team development was crucial for Blue Chalk's growth. Industry changes have forced media companies to adapt. Succession planning was a key focus for Moyer before selling Blue Chalk. The integration process with new leadership is seen as an opportunity for growth. Moyer expresses satisfaction with the sale and future prospects of Blue Chalk. Connect with Barnaby on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/barnabycook/ Join The Exit Plan mailing list: http://eepurl.com/iC8sIY