Build to Last | Scherrie L. Prince on Ownership, Control & Business Succession

What happens to your business when it grows beyond what you originally built?In this episode of Zenith Exposure, attorney Scherrie L. Prince shares how entrepreneurs and closely held businesses can build stronger foundations for growth, partnership changes, succession, and eventual exit.Scherrie explains why ownership structure, governance, operating agreements, and long term planning matter long before a business reaches a crisis point. We explore the structural warning signs that a company is outgrowing itself, why partnership conflicts often emerge during expansion, and how founders can protect control while bringing in partners or outside capital.We also discuss succession planning, buy sell agreements, risk management, and why business planning and estate planning should not be treated as completely separate conversations.Whether you're launching a company, preparing for growth, considering a business partner, or thinking about your eventual exit, this conversation offers practical insights into building a business designed to survive, grow, and transition intentionally.Follow Zenith Exposure for more conversations with entrepreneurs, business leaders, attorneys, and experts helping founders build smarter and stronger businesses.