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June 12, 2026 | Consultants Barb Dartt and Chris Eckrich were recently quoted in RV Pro magazine’s article, “Family Business Councils,” which explores how family business councils can serve as a valuable sounding board and help companies avoid crises before they escalate. The article highlights practical ways family enterprises can create structured communication, improve decision-making, and strengthen alignment across generations. Read the full article→

June 10, 2026 | Kent Rhodes joined the Entrepreneurial Legacies podcast for a thoughtful conversation on family enterprise, leadership, and the responsibility that comes with building a lasting legacy. Drawing from decades of experience advising entrepreneurial families, Kent shares insight into how intentional communication, strong governance, and values-driven philanthropy can help families create impact that extends well beyond financial success. Link to Episode →

May 8, 2026 | Aileen Miziolek joined the Legacy Builder podcast for a conversation exploring the complexities of succession, wealth transition, and multigenerational family dynamics. Drawing on more than 20 years of experience in financial and estate planning, Aileen shared insights on the value of reflection, recognizing family patterns, and creating space for more thoughtful decision-making across generations. Link to Episode →

April 15, 2026 | Rob Sligh was recently featured in Furniture World Magazine as part of the Home Furnishings Association article on “Leadership Challenges for the Next Generation of Family Business.” In the piece, Rob highlights the role of outside experts in helping family businesses navigate transition. Read the full article→

April 14, 2026 | In a recent Q&A with Tech Echelon, Kristi Daeda, President and CEO, shared insights on what it truly takes for family businesses to succeed across generations. From redefining succession as a long-term leadership process to embracing stewardship and building strong governance, Kristi highlights how the most successful family enterprises prioritize alignment. Read the full interview→

April 8, 2026 | Running a business is hard. Running one with family is a whole different conversation, and it’s one Amy Wirtz has been deep in for years. In the Replay episode of Defenders of Business Value Podcast, Amy sits down to talk about what ownership transitions really look like inside multigenerational families — the honest version, not the polished one. Link to Episode →