Family-owned fuel dealers, wholesalers, propane marketers, and service contractors: The holiday season ushers in a unique blend of joy and introspection, particularly for businesses deeply rooted in family ties. Your enterprise isn't just a business; it's a family affair. You employ those connected by blood and those who've become integral parts of your extended [...]
For family propane businesses, balancing nurturing familial bonds and preparing the next generation for leadership roles can be daunting. Leaving family integration into the business to chance is a recipe for failure, as it can strain your family relationships and the success of your business. Just as you put effort into sustaining and growing [...]
In the ever-changing fuel industry, dealers seeking to evolve out of day-to-day operations while continuing to secure their financial future must go beyond hope alone. While many fuel dealers aspire to sell their businesses and cash in, others seek secure investment opportunities amid economic uncertainty. The idea of passing the torch to family members [...]
Business owners in the heating, fuel, and energy industry are much like chefs in a busy kitchen, constantly juggling multiple demands requiring their attention, including political and industry changes, day-to-day operations, customer perceptions, and employee and leadership dynamics. As such, owners can often wonder which end is up, what is the best direction forward, [...]
The Importance of Collaboration and Strategic Planning The energy industry presents a multitude of challenges for fuel dealers, wholesalers, and service contractors. These challenges range from seasonal fluctuations, inflation, and political factors to their customers’ reliance on their business. These external forces can make it challenging for dealers to maintain a steady revenue stream. [...]
A successful family business can provide opportunities to all who are associated with the owners or viewed as family. History has proven, the odds of family business success through multiple generations dwindles with every ownership transition. However; where many family businesses have failed, there have also been many family businesses [...]
Private equity firms have been making waves in various industries, from healthcare to technology, and even sports. While private equity (PE) may seem appealing due to the potential for high returns and the various options it offers as a business owner, it is crucial to understand the unexpected outcomes that may impact your business [...]
The CEO succession question is a pertinent one for all companies: Does your organization have a plan to ensure that the leadership role remains secure and effective in the long term? Is there bench strength for all key leadership roles, in addition to the CEO? To build business value and ensure the continuity and [...]
Propane marketers, oil, gas, and "energy" business owners manage daily changes affecting their business's short and long-term goals. While there's no way to control what goes on in the world, there is a way to plan and keep your business stable despite family, political, economic, or business challenges. Doug Woosnam, a Consultant with Cetane [...]
