Complex Shareholder and Owner Dynamics in Family Business

30 January 2026

Location: Pacific Jewel Ballroom A

Bringing your kids into the family business sounds great until emotions, entitlement, and sibling rivalries turn ownership discussions into family warfare. This session tackles the hard truth about transitioning ownership to the next generation – from deciding who gets equity (and who doesn’t) to handling the uncomfortable conversations nobody wants to have. Tom will show you the common mistakes that tear families apart and the practical strategies that create smooth transitions without destroying relationships or the business.