Lets Talk Family Enterprise explores global ideas, concepts and models related to family enterprise advising. Brought to you by Family Enterprise Canada, specifically created for FEA designates and members of Family Enterprise Canada.
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Join us on a journey through the minds of successful business trailblazers with "Distilled Wisdom," a podcast dedicated to uncovering the secrets behind thriving enterprises. Hosted by Adam Ferracane, Founder of the rapidly expanding Refresh family of brands, each episode is a deep dive into the world of business innovation and leadership. Why Listen to Distilled Wisdom? Exclusive Insights: Get up-close with Founders and key leaders across diverse industries, as they share not just their suc ...
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The Boring Business That Made Me A Millionaire. - Adam's Corner
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In this segment, Adam Ferracane, founder of Refresh and a seasoned entrepreneur, dives deep into the simple yet incredibly effective business model that skyrocketed him to millionaire status. This episode is a goldmine for anyone interested in franchise opportunities, startups, entrepreneurship, and investing. Adam breaks down the core operations o…
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59: Mental Health Impacting Intergenerational Wealth Transfers
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In this episode, Aileen Miziolek talks with bestselling author and award-winning speaker, Dr. Thomas Deans, about the impact of mental health on intergenerational wealth transfers and how it led him to write his new book, The Happy Inheritor: How Successful Families Prepare Heirs and Transfer Wealth. Welcome to Let’s Talk Family Enterprise, a podca…
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Honest conversation about franchising and business | Part 1
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Get ready for an exciting two-part podcast series that you won't want to miss! In part one of this dynamic episode, Adam, our engaging host and franchisor, sits down with Pete, a passionate franchise development representative, for a multifaceted conversation that covers a wide array of topics. Kicking things off, Adam and Pete dive deep into the i…
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Business is changing in 2024! | Part 2 of Pete Lankarge Chat
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Welcome to part two of our thrilling podcast series! In this episode, Pete, a seasoned franchise professional with a fascinating background in baseball and music, shares how his diverse experiences shape his current role in franchising. Alongside our insightful host Adam, they dive into the collaborative spirit of the franchise industry and the int…
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58: Sustainability and ESG in Family Enterprises
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Host Steve Legler speaks with Professor Pramodita Sharma about sustainability and how family enterprises are uniquely placed to take advantage of business trends in this area. Pramodita shares inspiring stories based on her research, and points family businesses and their advisors into some promising directions. Welcome to Let’s Talk Family Enterpr…
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How franchise law in Canada works! - Interview with Chad Finkelstein
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Explore the vital world of franchise law with expert attorney Chad Finkelstein from Canada with Host Adam Ferracane on the Distilled Wisdom podcast. This episode is a deep dive into the complexities of expanding a franchise in Canada, featuring discussions on the nuances of franchise registration—or the lack thereof—in the Canadian market. Learn ho…
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From startup to established franchise business - Interview CEO Jeff Dumont w Waterstreet
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Dive into transforming a startup into an established franchise business. This episode explores the crucial role of technology in elevating franchise management and ensuring franchisee success. Jeff, as a startup founder, with his unique background from the music industry, discusses the essentials of change management and adapting to innovative syst…
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In this episode, host Steve Legler speaks with Professor Peter Vogel of IMD Business School to discuss Vogel's recent book, Family Office Navigator. Together, they highlight the critical role advisors can play when business families consider setting up a family office or want to take a fresh look at what they currently have in place. Welcome to Let…
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Is Franchising the Key to Your Business Success? - Jason Horowitz Interview
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Jason Horowitz, the first franchisee in the EventPrep network, shares his journey from working in various hospitality roles to becoming a franchisee. He details EventPrep's services, which include assisting clients with meeting and event location scouting and contract negotiations, and explains the company's unique franchise model that lacks protec…
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Interview | Unleashing the Power of Franchising: Valenta's Journey to Success
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In this episode of "Distilled Wisdom," host Adam interviews Jayesh Kasim, co-founder of Valenta, about the company's journey and franchising model. Valenta offers consulting, technology, and staffing services to enhance business profitability. Jayesh discusses the company's expansion, the challenges of different legal structures, and the importance…
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56: The Link Between Family Business Research and Advising
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Ambreen Bhaloo, Family Enterprise Advisor, guest hosts this episode and welcomes Francesco Barbera, Associate Professor of Entrepreneurship and Strategy at The Ted Rogers School of Management for an in-depth discussion on the issue of homogeneity (all family firms are the same) vs. heterogeneity (all family firms are unique). In what ways does fami…
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Bloomin Blinds Franchise Story! Co-Founder talks home service business ownership!
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Sit down with Kristopher Stuart, the visionary COO and Co-Founder of Bloomin' Blinds, for an in-depth exploration of the home service franchise and the intricacies of business ownership. Their conversation delves into the foundational elements of scaling a successful franchise, navigating the competitive landscape of home services, and the pivotal …
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55: Rising Gen Innovation and Creativity in Family Business
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In this episode, Host and Family Enterprise Advisor, Aileen Miziolek, talks with Purpose & Identity Coach Perry Gladstone about how family businesses benefit from NextGen innovation and creativity while sharing solutions that allow all parties involved to find the agency and support they need to make it happen. Welcome to Let’s Talk Family Enterpri…
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Whats next? Interview talking life and business | Interview Lauren Johnson
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Whats next? Thats the question Lauren Johnson asks throughout life and business. Discover Lauren Johnson's entrepreneurial journey in this insightful episode of 'Distilled Wisdom' with host Adam Ferracane. Lauren dives deep into her decision to transition from a traditional career path to embracing the challenges and rewards of franchise ownership.…
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Interview John Hewitt - Founder of Jackson Hewitt, Liberty Tax & Loyalty Brands
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Join Adam as he explores the entrepreneurial journey of John T. Hewitt. From his early days at H&R Block to founding industry giants like Jackson Hewitt and Liberty Tax Service, John's story is a masterclass in innovation and resilience. In this episode, discover how John revolutionized tax preparation with his decision-tree software, and learn abo…
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In their traditional annual “retrospective” episode, hosts Steve Legler and Ruth Steverlynck discuss highlights from some of the episodes that debuted in 2023, hoping to stimulate listeners to re-listen for great content they may have missed the first time. Welcome to Let’s Talk Family Enterprise, a podcast that explores the ideas, concepts, and mo…
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Adam's Corner: Mastering Business Exits: Strategies for Success
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In this insightful episode of "Adam's Corner," Adam Ferracane delves into the critical topic of exit strategies in business. Exploring various exit avenues, from selling to transitioning ownership within the family, Adam emphasizes the importance of planning for these pivotal moments from the inception of a business venture. He shares personal insi…
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53: Working With Systemic Change in Family Business
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Introduction Welcome to Let’s Talk Family Enterprise, a podcast that explores the ideas, concepts, and models that best serve Family Enterprise Advisors in supporting their clients. All views, information, and opinions expressed during this podcast are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily represent those of Family Enterpr…
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Interview Tom Krouse CEO of Donatos Pizza
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Step into the expansive world of Donato's Pizza in this enlightening episode of 'Distilled Wisdom' with Tom Krouse, CEO. Learn how Krouse's musical roots transformed into leading a vast pizza empire with over 500 locations. We explore the growth trajectory of Donato's, its innovative survival and expansion strategies during challenging times, and K…
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52: Working With Family Relationship Systems
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Introduction Welcome to Let’s Talk Family Enterprise, a podcast that explores the ideas, concepts, and models that best serve Family Enterprise Advisors in supporting their clients. All views, information, and opinions expressed during this podcast are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily represent those of Family Enterpr…
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Adam's Corner: Takeaways from IFA Emerging Franchisor Conference
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In this insightful episode of 'Distilled Wisdom,' join host Adam Ferracane as he unpacks transformative experiences from the recent IFA Emerging Franchisor Conference in New Orleans. Discover the pivotal role of team engagement in franchising success and why sharing the load isn't just good leadership—it's essential for growth. Adam shares his top …
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51: Communication Dynamics in Business Families
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Introduction Welcome to Let’s Talk Family Enterprise, a podcast that explores the ideas, concepts, and models that best serve Family Enterprise Advisors in supporting their clients. All views, information, and opinions expressed during this podcast are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily represent those of Family Enterpr…
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Adam's Story: The Road from Recovery to Refresh's Success
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In this compelling episode of Adam's Corner, Adam takes you on a raw, unfiltered journey from overcoming addiction to founding one of America's fastest-growing companies, Refresh. Through ups and downs, this story showcases the resilience and tenacity it takes to not only break free from personal struggles but also to build a business empire from s…
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Adam's Corner: Discussing Joint Employer on Capital Hill | Part 1
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In this special episode of Distilled Wisdom, host Adam Ferracane takes listeners behind the scenes of a landmark meeting in Washington, D.C. Joined by key members of the International Franchise Association, Adam is meeting with Congress members and Senators to discuss the future of franchising under the joint employer rule. Dive into the critical c…
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Special Video Episode: Watch the video here Welcome to Let’s Talk Family Enterprise, a podcast that explores the ideas, concepts and models that best serve Family Enterprise Advisors in supporting their clients. All views, information, and opinions expressed during this podcast are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily rep…
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In this special episode of Adam's Corner, we dive deep into one of the most critical yet overlooked aspects of running a successful business: the difference between working ON your business and working IN it. Too many entrepreneurs get caught in the day-to-day operations, sacrificing long-term growth for short-term gains. Adam Ferracane, with decad…
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49: Stewardship for Enterprising Families
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Welcome to Let’s Talk Family Enterprise, a podcast that explores the ideas, concepts, and models that best serve Family Enterprise Advisors in supporting their clients. All views, information, and opinions expressed during this podcast are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily represent those of Family Enterprise Canada. D…
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In this special episode, guest host Lianne Ulin speaks with Richa Arora, Executive Director of KPMG Family Office about the latest continuity research report by Family Enterprise Foundation, Preparing the Next Generation: A Family Business Roadmap, made available in English and French. Host bio Lianne Ulin joined M Bacal Group in 1998 as she wanted…
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Dans cet épisode spécial, l'animatrice invitée Lianne Ulin s'entretient avec Olivier de Richoufftz, secrétaire général de la Fondation des familles entrepreneuriales, du dernier rapport de recherche sur la continuité par Fondation des familles entrepreneuriales, Préparer la prochaine génération : feuille de route pour les entreprises familiales, di…
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47: Fragile Power: Why Having Everything Is Never Enough
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Introduction Welcome to Let’s Talk Family Enterprise, a podcast that explores the ideas, concepts and models that best serve Family Enterprise Advisors in supporting their clients. All views, information and opinions expressed during this podcast are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily represent those of Family Enterpris…
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Adams Corner | Part 2 - Leaving Corporate America | Business Start Up
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Part 2 of 3 | Leaving Corporate America Series In the second part of Leaving Corporate America Adam discusses the type of business to select and the business planning before launching. He covers a number of topics around these areas, including financial requirements, needed systems, and benefits of the diffrent types of businesses. Adam's franchise…
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Adams Corner | Part 1 - Leaving Corporate America | Business Start Up
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Part 1 of 3 | Leaving Corporate America Series Adam speaks directly to his audience about the intricacies of going into business for yourself. In this first part of the three part series, he discusses mindset, basic financial analysis, evaluating your support network, and other considerations before you decide if you're ready to take the leap into …
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Introduction Welcome to Let’s Talk Family Enterprise, a podcast that explores the ideas, concepts and models that best serve Family Enterprise Advisors in supporting their clients. All views, information and opinions expressed during this podcast are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily represent those of Family Enterpris…
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Interview Michael Andes - Andes Investors
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Incredible journey of Mike Andes, successful real estate investor, former model and avid car collector. Mike tells his story and provides valuable insights into his investment strategies. The conversation then takes a fun spin into Mike's recent bid for public office in Akron Ohio. Hear about his campaign and his first experience running for office…
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Introduction Welcome to Let’s Talk Family Enterprise, a podcast that explores the ideas, concepts, and models that best serve Family Enterprise Advisors in supporting their clients. All views, information, and opinions expressed during this podcast are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily represent those of Family Enterpr…
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Interview Eric Snider of Unity Property & Pest
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Learn how Eric overcame the odds and came out on top after CV-19. Adam & Eric discuss his journey through the pandemic, lawsuits and staffing challenges. They also dive into the challenges of early stage business development. Eric Snider is the Founder and CEO of Unity Property & Pest based in Northeast Ohio. Adam's franchise company specializes in…
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44: Prenuptials: Engaged Healthy, Wealthy & Wise
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Introduction Welcome to Let’s Talk Family Enterprise, a podcast that explores the ideas, concepts and models that best serve Family Enterprise Advisors in supporting their family clients. All views, information and opinions expressed during this podcast are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily represent those of Family En…
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Introduction Welcome to Let’s Talk Family Enterprise, a podcast that explores the ideas, concepts, and models that best serve Family Enterprise Advisors in supporting their clients. All views, information, and opinions expressed during this podcast are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily represent those of Family Enterpr…
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Introduction Welcome to Let’s Talk Family Enterprise, a podcast that explores the ideas, concepts, and models that best serve Family Enterprise Advisors in supporting their clients. All views, information, and opinions expressed during this podcast are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily represent those of Family Enterpr…
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Introduction Welcome to Let’s Talk Family Enterprise, a podcast that explores the ideas, concepts and models that best serve Family Enterprise Advisors in supporting their clients. All views, information and opinions expressed during this podcast are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily represent those of Family Enterpris…
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40: Balancing Leadership at Home and Work
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Introduction Welcome to Let’s Talk Family Enterprise, a podcast that explores the ideas, concepts, and models that best serve Family Enterprise Advisors in supporting their clients. All views, information, and opinions expressed during this podcast are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily represent those of Family Enterpr…
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38: Inheritance Styles: A Road Map for the Rising Generation
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37: Making Decisions in an Ever-Changing World
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36: Portraits of Pioneering Women Leading Wealthy Families
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35: Succession Stories: Lessons Learned From Former Family Office CEOs
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34: Family Champions and Champion Families
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Introduction Welcome to Let’s Talk Family Enterprise, a podcast that explores the ideas, concepts and models that best serve Family Enterprise Advisors in supporting their clients. All views, information and opinions expressed during this podcast are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily represent those of Family Enterpris…
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32: Qui sont les Gardiens de l’Héritage Familial?
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Description Dans cet épisode hors du commun, votre hôte Steve Legler discute avec Olivier de Richoufftz, secrétaire général de la Fondation des Familles Entrepreneuriales, au sujet des suites de leur plus récente recherche: Qui sont les Gardiens de l’Héritage Familial? Bio Olivier de Richoufftz compte plus d'une décennie d’expérience auprès d’organ…
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32: Who are the Guardians of Family Legacy?
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Introduction Welcome to Let’s Talk Family Enterprise, a podcast that explores the ideas, concepts, and models that best serve Family Enterprise Advisors in supporting their clients. All views, information, and opinions expressed during this podcast are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily represent those of Family Enterpr…
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