Leading Through Crisis, Letting Go with Intention: A Family Business Exit Story

In this very first episode of The Business Exit Conversation, Andrea Michaels sits down with Michelle Jones, a guest who didn’t just advise from the sidelines — she lived it. From stepping into the CEO role of her family business, to navigating leadership during COVID, to ultimately helping her parents sell the company, Michelle shares the real story behind what it takes to lead and let go.This conversation dives deep into both the emotional and strategic realities of exiting a business.This isn’t just about valuation or deal terms.It’s about identity, family dynamics, leadership pressure, and what life actually looks like after the sale.If you're a business owner, founder, or advisor, this episode will give you a perspective most people don’t talk about — but absolutely should.