Born between the mid-1960s and early 1980s, Generation X (“Gen X”) stands as a pivotal cohort that bridges the gap between Baby Boomers and Millennials. Often dubbed as the “latch-key generation” – referring to growing up with double-income parents and coming home from school to an empty home – Gen Xers were shaped by their Baby Boomer parents who instilled in them the value of hard work and self-reliance.
Entrepreneurs in the middle market are often approached by private equity firms or strategic buyers with attractive offers to acquire their businesses. Many of these buyers are conducting the transaction as part of a roll-up strategy. In recent years, the middle market has been rife with roll-up activity, and this trend is likely to continue. In an economic environment where rates are most likely to decrease, we expect more activity and greater opportunities for founders to exit their businesses.
This is Onward, a compilation of insights and strategies the team at NewEdge has published on what it means as an entrepreneur to have a wealth strategy, rather than a simple financial plan. In our latest episode of Onward, partners and advisors across NewEdge Wealth share stories about the importance of finding your financial quarterback and the significant role they play.
Just like meticulously crafting a business plan to guide the company’s growth, it is essential to approach post-sale planning with the same level of intentionality and forethought. While the sale of a successful business represents a monumental personal and financial milestone for an entrepreneur, it also ushers in a new set of financial planning challenges to optimize and protect that newfound wealth.
From his humble beginnings in Ellsberg, Kentucky, to his transformative experiences in the U.S. Air Force and beyond, Bob Higgins, President and CEO of Barge Design Solutions, shares valuable insights into leadership, resilience, and continuous learning.
The second annual Onward Conference was a continuation of our series that helps entrepreneurs better position themselves, their family, and their company so they can successfully navigate the process of a transaction if and when the time is right.
As the baton is passed from Boomers to Gen X and Millennials, a notable “age wave” is set to facilitate the transfer of businesses through exits and other transitions. And once again, these unique generations will have needs that differ from others.