Franchise Succession Planning Puts You in Control
The face paced and complex world of multi-unit franchising by nature is risky. You have to manage the diversity of franchisor expectations, rely on the strength of the brand and remain competitive in an environment where customers experience is critical to your success. Growing strategically and fulfilling the needs and wants of family/employees are also a few of the many issues franchisees juggle to develop a sustainable business. This is why an experienced franchise succession planning team is vital to your business transition.
As experts in the complex, we advise multi-unit franchisee owners on the 10 interdependent Succession Matrix® perspectives, to position your business for growth, to sell to a third party, or transition to the next generation. We leverage our more than 40 years working with franchise owners to provide clarity and a strong path forward.
Whether you are looking to grow your business and/or looking towards business transition, our meticulous attention to the probable, possible, potential details allow you to prepare and avoid any looming franchise succession planning issues impacting your goals.
What happens when you decide to take the next step towards the future you imagine…now? Business ownership by nature is risky; succession planning however creates strategies and structure to put you in control.
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Mastering Multi-Brand Franchise Success: Strategies & Succession Planning
Dive into the intricate world of multi-brand franchise ownership, family businesses, and succession planning in this enlightening discussion. Join Jeff Bannon and Greg Sisa, experienced succession planners from The Rawls Group, alongside Nate Riordan, the founder of West Coast Franchise Law. Together, they unravel the complexities of managing diverse brands [...]
Navigating Franchisee Succession Challenges: Expert Insights & Strategies
Join us for a candid and insightful conversation featuring Jeff Bannon and Greg Sisa, seasoned succession planners from The Rawls Group, and Nate Riordan, the visionary founder of West Coast Franchise Law. In this discussion, they address a critical issue faced by countless franchisees: finding a qualified next-generation successor. Facing [...]
Lease Management: Expert Insights for Multi-Unit Franchisees
Welcome to our insightful discussion featuring Nate Riordan, founder of West Coast Franchise Law, alongside succession planning experts Jeff Bannon and Greg Sisa from The Rawls Group. Together, they unravel the complexities of lease management and negotiations faced by multi-brand franchisees, offering invaluable insights into aligning leases with your growth [...]
5 Insights to Navigate the Dynamic Franchise Business Landscape
Franchisees encounter various obstacles and unknowns as they embark on their journey as business owners. They must navigate through ever-changing market conditions, meet the expectations of employees and customers, and effectively manage their relationships with franchisors. To overcome these challenges, franchisees must adopt a strategic mindset, thinking several steps ahead like skilled chess players. [...]
Franchise Success: Understanding Your Goals and Planning for the Future
Multi-unit franchising is a popular business model that allows entrepreneurs to start a business with an established brand, products, and services. While franchising can offer many benefits, such as lower startup costs and support from the franchisor, success is not guaranteed. In fact, according to the International Franchise Association, about [...]
What Multi-Unit Franchisees Need to Know About Estate Planning
Dive into the intricate world of estate planning for multi-unit and multi-brand franchisees and family businesses with Nate Riordan, founder of West Coast Franchise Law, and seasoned succession planners Jeff Bannon and Greg Sisa from The Rawls Group. Discover the unique challenges faced by franchise businesses due to the franchisor-franchisee [...]
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The Succession Planning Matrix
The Succession Planning Matrix
Many people put off succession planning because they think it means retirement, exit, and the end. However; succession planning is just the beginning. It gives the owner options in terms of what “their next” looks like, whether that be growth, philanthropy, or a new business venture. Our process focuses are addressing 10 key areas of what we call the Succession Matrix.
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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.
