Welcome to our podcast focused on all things impacting growth, value and the sustainability of privately held businesses. Contact kendall@rawlsgroup.com if you would like to submit a topic for discussion, questions about the podcast or have question about your succession planning environment.
Success in the world of business requires not only careful planning for the present but also for the future. To this end, it is essential to engage in both estate planning and succession planning. In a recent video conversation, Jeff Bannon, a Succession Planner at The Rawls Group, and Aicha [...]
Treating People Well: The Foundation of a Strong Brand Perception In an insightful conversation focused on Succession Planning and Strategic Considerations in Automotive Retail with Jason Stein from Flat Six Media, George Karolis of The Presidio Group, and Champ Rawls, a succession planner with The Rawls Group, George Karolis emphasizes [...]
Succession planning is critical for family businesses, especially in industries like automotive retail. However, there's often confusion about the role of estate planning within the broader context of succession planning. In this video, Dan Iosue clarifies the pivotal role of estate planning while emphasizing that it's just one integral piece [...]
Operating like a Public Company, Promoting like a Private One: Unveiling the Dual Strategy The car business relies heavily on two crucial elements: people and capital. For business owners looking to succeed in this sector, Champ Rawls, Succession Planner at The Rawls Group, recommends a winning formula that incorporates the [...]
Succession planning is crucial in ensuring the longevity and prosperity of any business, and in the automotive industry, it's particularly vital. This video features our very own succession planner, who offers a deep dive into the complexities of the succession planning process, making this video a must-watch for dealership owners [...]
The Business Cycle: Embracing Change and Managing Talent In today's fast-paced car business, it's essential to mitigate the downside of the next business cycle and address the pressing challenges of recruiting and retaining talented employees. George Karolis from The Presidio Group offers valuable insights into the discussion, emphasizing that the [...]
Setting the Stage for Sustainable Success: The Role of Communication As the car business continues to evolve, it's crucial to ensure sustainability and effective succession planning. Champ Rawls, a seasoned Succession Planner with The Rawls Group, highlights a critical aspect that is often overlooked: communication. While having a well-crafted succession [...]
The automotive industry has always been a dynamic and constantly evolving sector. Industry experts Jason Stein, George Karolis, and Champ Rawls recently shed light on the growing importance of strategic business diversification in the ever-changing car business. As dealers explore new directions to safeguard against potential downsides, they emphasize the [...]
Franchising is a popular business model that offers entrepreneurs the opportunity to own and operate their own business under an established brand name. While it can be a lucrative and rewarding experience, franchising comes with its own set of unique challenges that must be addressed to achieve sustainable growth. In [...]
In today's volatile and ever-changing business landscape, resilience is essential to the success of any organization. Jeff Bannon, Succession Planner at The Rawls Group, and Aicha Bascaro, President of the American Franchise Association, recently had a video conversation that emphasized the importance of building resilience in your business through key [...]
