Jeffrey Mosher welcomes JV Anderton business attorney at Foster Swift and an Executive Committee Member for LEAP
Hear J.V. and Jeffrey discuss the importance of succession planning and the upcoming programs that covers its key aspects and event details. in the SoundCloud Podcast shared below:
In their conversation, Jeffrey looked to find out several things from J.V.;
Why succession planning is important?
I understand you have a program to tell us about?
What will the program cover?
Where is the program?
LANSING, MI – Ingham County businesses will have access to succession planning assistance through an innovative training series this spring and summer. Lansing Economic Area Partnership (LEAP), Ingham County, Foster Swift Collins & Smith, PC, Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce, Tri-Star Trust and Transworld Business Advisors are delivering four Succession Planning 101 courses and two Succession Planning 201 courses geared to provide business owners a “Layman’s Guide to Succession Planning.”
“Succession planning is one of the most over-looked aspects of business lifecycle and yet, an effective succession strategy can make an enormous financial difference to the owner(s) and the community,” says J.V. Anderton, Foster Swift business attorney and LEAP Executive Committee Member. “Our goal with this program is to help business owners lay the foundation for starting their own succession plan. This is a multi-disciplinary approach that will look at the financial, emotional, legal and logistical side of the process.”
Succession Planning 101 covers: identifying possible successors, operations and existing contracts, financial planning, self-evaluation and communications, the importance of a succession planning team, key legal considerations and recommended timeline for taking key steps.
Succession Planning 201 covers: maximizing the value of your trusted advisors, prepping your business for transition, business valuations, communications in the process, and includes a case study.
Succession Planning 101 (4 scheduling options)
April 25: 8:30-10:00 am. Foster Swift Hub: 313 S. Washington Square, Lansing MI
May 21: 3:30-5:00 pm. Okemos Conference Center: 2187 University Park Drive, Okemos MI
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July 18: 8:30-10:00 am. LRCC Office: 500 E Michigan Avenue, Suite 200, Lansing MI
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August 27: 3:30-5:00 pm. Hidden Gem Event Center: 4230 Charlar Drive, Holt MI 48842
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Succession Planning 201 (2 scheduling options)
June 18: 8:30-10:00 am. LRCC Office: 500 E Michigan Avenue, Suite 200, Lansing MI
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September 18: 3:30-5:00 pm. LRCC Office: 500 E Michigan Avenue, Suite 200, Lansing MI
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There is no fee for attending, but pre-registration is required. To register go to: members.lansingchamber.org/ap/Events/R…HjRMotxHaCm
Speakers include:
J.V. Anderton, Foster Swift Collins & Smith, PC
Amanda Dernovshek, Foster Swift Collins & Smith, PC
Taylor Gast, Foster Swift Collins & Smith, PC
Benjamin Bakken – Tri-Star Trust
Jessica Stark – Transworld Business Advisors.
Since 1902, Foster Swift Collins & Smith, PC has provided comprehensive legal services to businesses, municipalities and individuals. The firm employs 100+ attorneys and over 100 support staff in five locations: Lansing, Detroit, Southfield, Grand Rapids, and Holland. In 2023, Foster Swift achieved Midsize Mansfield Certified Plus designation which recognizes law firms for the inclusivity and transparency of their leadership processes for attorneys. For more information about the firm, its attorneys, and to access recent publications, visit www.fosterswift.com.
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