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EPISODE · Jan 8, 2026 · 48 MIN

How to Successfully Transition Your Family Business (Without Losing Control) | with Brad Herda

from DeSimone on Deals: The Exit Strategy Podcast · host DeSimone on Deals: The Exit Strategy Podcast

Most owners don’t plan to sell their business… but they do want to get out of the day-to-day. This episode shows how to transition a family business or management team without giving up ownership.Our guest is Brad Herda — founder and Managing Director of Vision Forward Business Solutions, master coach, and co-host of the Blue Collar BS Podcast. He works with business owners to build succession plans, grow teams, and improve performance across generations. 12- DeSimone on Deals -Transcri…In this episode, Brad shares:1. Why ownership and operations must be separated2. How to set boundaries and choose the right KPIs3. Managing different generations in one company4. Using data instead of intuition5. Letting the business pay for its own transition6. What to do when the older generation wants “the lump sum”7. A success story where revenue doubled by investing in peopleIf you want your business to run without you — and prepare the next generation — this conversation is packed with practical insights.#exitstrategy #familybusiness #mergersandacquisitions #familybusinesstips #businessexit

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