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March 3, 2025 31 mins

Why do some family businesses thrive for generations while others struggle with succession and longevity?

In this episode of the Finish Big Podcast, Mark Dorman hosts Carol Butler, President of the Garing Center for Family and Private Business at the University of Cincinnati, North America’s largest university-based family business center. Together, they discuss how the Garing Center supports family-owned businesses with resources that drive growth, resilience, and community.

Carol shares her journey from a Fortune 500 executive to a key player in family business support, emphasizing the center’s mission to foster the success and sustainability of private and family-owned businesses through real-world insights, leadership programs, and roundtable discussions.

Mark and Carol discuss:

  • The Importance of Community for Family Businesses
  • Roundtable Groups and Their Impact
  • Educational Programs and Institutes
  • Challenges in Family Business Transitions
  • Affordable Resources for Small Businesses

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About Our Guest:

Carol Butler brings 30 years of corporate leadership experience and a passion for helping family businesses succeed. As President of the Garing Center, Carol is dedicated to providing educational support and resources that ensure the longevity and impact of family-owned businesses in the Cincinnati region and beyond.

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