Program 05

Succession Planning

Whether you plan to step back in two years or ten, the work starts now: developing the next leaders and building a company that doesn't depend on you.

Business owner in an office

Three parts of a transition

01

The business

Documented processes, a capable leadership team, and customer relationships that aren't tied to one person.

02

The successor

Identifying and developing internal or family candidates with a clear development plan and timeline.

03

The owner

Your role after the transition — and what you want your life to look like when the business no longer needs you daily.

Working with your other advisors

Succession involves legal, tax, and financial questions we don't answer. We focus on leadership and organizational readiness, and coordinate with your attorney, CPA, and financial advisor so the plans fit together.

Please note

CEO America does not provide legal, tax, accounting, valuation, or investment advice, and does not act as a business broker. Decisions about ownership transfer, estate planning, or sale should be made with qualified professionals.

Succession FAQ

How early should I start?

Ideally three to five years before you want to step back. Developing leaders takes time, and you'll have more options.

Do you work with family businesses?

Yes, often. We facilitate the conversations between generations that are hard to have at the dinner table.

Build a company that outlasts your involvement.

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