Beyond the Founder: Future-Proofing Your Business for Long-Term Success

A practical five-module programme designed to help established SME owners and entrepreneurs plan for the future of their business, whether they plan to sell it on or pass it on. Through expert-led workshops, experience case studies from succession Entrepreneurs and peer learning, participants will explore the key elements of succession planning, business continuity, leadership development and business transition.

The programme will feature specialist guest speakers covering topics such as taxation, legal considerations, business operations, leadership development, talent retention, governance, business value enhancement, and managing the emotions of preparing a business for exit. This programme will provide participants with the knowledge and tools to build a resilient and sustainable business for the next generation.

Expected Outcomes for Participants

By the end of the programme, participants will:

• Understand the key components of a successful succession plan.
• Identify potential risks and opportunities associated with business transition.
• Develop a roadmap for leadership succession and continuity.
• Gain insights into the tax and legal implications of ownership transfer.
• Strengthen governance, management structures and operational resilience.
• Understand how to retain and develop key talent within the organisation.
• Enhance business value and improve preparedness for future growth, transfer or exit.
• Leave with a practical action plan tailored to their business.

Indicative Programme Modules  (All modules will include Guest Speakers from previous business founders and topic experts.)

• Module 1: The Future of Your Business
• Module 2: Leadership, Talent and Organisational Continuity
• Module 3: Business Operations and Value Creation
• Module 4: Tax, Legal and Governance Considerations
• Module 5: Building Your Succession Roadmap

Ideal for established SME owners and entrepreneurs who want to protect the value they have created, secure the future of their business, and prepare confidently for the next chapter.

Register your interest using the above link .

Places will be limited to 12 people.