1272: The Goldhill Group: Generational Business Wisdom and Practical Advice for Successors with President Jonathan Goldhill

Thursday, March 27, 2025

Running a family business comes with pressures that outsiders rarely understand—balancing tradition with innovation, managing family dynamics, and keeping the business alive for future generations. When visions clash between the old guard and the next wave, the result can be stagnation or, worse, collapse. But failure isn’t inevitable. The businesses that survive find ways to blend experience with fresh ideas, respecting the past while adapting to the future. The question isn’t just how to keep the business running—it’s how to build a legacy that lasts beyond any one generation. The right balance could turn survival into long-term success.

Jonathan Goldhill, a family business advisor, executive coach and the President of The Goldhill Group, has over 30 years of experience helping small and mid-sized businesses thrive. Author of Disruptive Successor and host of its podcast, he specializes in guiding next-gen leaders through generational transitions. With an MBA from USC and a family background in business, he understands the complexities of growth and succession. Today, he talks about the challenges family businesses face, emphasizing how younger leaders can innovate while maintaining trust, communication, and strategic alignment across generations. Stay tuned!