EPISODE · Feb 7, 2022 · 4 MIN
Strategies Evolve as the Business & Family Evolves
from Seeking Succession · host The Rawls Group: Business Succession Planners
Roland Spongberg became interested in succession planning after a car dealer friend shared difficulties he was experiencing with his siblings. With no desire to cash out, and a father of six kids, with some working in the business and some not, Roland began thinking about the future and opportunities he wanted to create for his family and business. As our world constantly changes around us, so do family and business. Thirty-five years ago, Roland started WKS Restaurant Company with one El Pollo Loco. As of today, it has grown to 375 restaurants in 19 states operating Denny’s, El Pollo Loco, Krispy Kreme, and Wendy’s. Listen in to hear Roland Spongberg share how his planning environment is evolving as the family and business transform over time. Succession planning is an ongoing process that refines strategies towards the vision imagined. Resources Succession Readiness Survey: A 7-minute investment in time will put you in an informed position of opportunities many business owners overlook impacting business value, growth, lifestyle, and ultimately achieving your vision. Contact Us: We can help you with insights, other resources, and see if it makes sense to work together. At the very least, in 30 minutes, you may get some ideas you can apply to your business right away. For more insight from Roland Spongberg, Founder and President of WKS Restaurant Group, check out the episode It is Possible to be Equitableor more resources on building a strong business and succession planning, visit www.seekingsuccession.com. And leverage our Succession Readiness Survey. A 7-minute investment in time will put you in an informed position of opportunities many business owners overlook impacting business value, growth, lifestyle, and ultimately achieving your vision.
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Roland Spongberg became interested in succession planning after a car dealer friend shared difficulties he was experiencing with his siblings. With no desire to cash out, and a father of six kids, with some working in the business and some not, Roland began thinking about the future and opportunities he wanted to create for his family and business. As our world constantly changes around us, so do family and business. Thirty-five years ago, Roland started WKS Restaurant Company with one El Pollo Loco. As of today, it has grown to 375 restaurants in 19 states operating Denny’s, El Pollo Loco, Krispy Kreme, and Wendy’s. Listen in to hear Roland Spongberg share how his planning environment is evolving as the family and business transform over time. Succession planning is an ongoing process that refines strategies towards the vision imagined. Resources Succession Readiness Survey: A 7-minute investment in time will put you in an informed position of opportunities many business owners overlook impacting business value, growth, lifestyle, and ultimately achieving your vision. Contact Us: We can help you with insights, other resources, and see if it makes sense to work together. At the very least, in 30 minutes, you may get some ideas you can apply to your business right away. For more insight from Roland Spongberg, Founder and President of WKS Restaurant Group, check out the episode It is Possible to be Equitableor more resources on building a strong business and succession planning, visit www.seekingsuccession.com. And leverage our Succession Readiness Survey. A 7-minute investment in time will put you in an informed position of opportunities many business owners overlook impacting business value, growth, lifestyle, and ultimately achieving your vision.
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