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"The connections made, the shared stories, the kind souls, the open hearts, the genuine support. I felt seen, heard, and valued... I wish everyone had the opportunity to be surrounded by that many wonderful, loving, always learning, creative, solution minded, positive, impactful, 'REAL' people."
Jennifer Mahlum
Training and Development, Pioneer Title Agency, Inc.
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"I’ve been involved in many organizations both from an HR perspective and a geographical one but I don’t know if in any of those groups that I’ve found individuals who are very much like-minded in how they view business and how they think about their people and culture as their competitive advantage."
Jared Olfers
Head of Clients & Partner Relationships, Text-Em-All
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“This well-written book should inspire thousands of entrepreneurs to reject a mantra of growth-for-growth’s sake in favor of a passionate dedication to becoming the absolute best.”
Jennifer Trakhtenberg
Co-COO & Chief People Officer, ClearVision Optical
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From Worried to Enthusiastic
Why transitioning your business can be inspiring
October 22, 2026 from 1:00-2:00 PM ET
For purpose-driven business owners, planning an eventual transition isn’t simply a financial decision. It’s also a question of legacy: What happens to your people, your culture, and the company you’ve worked so hard to build?
Join the Small Giants Community for a conversation with Zoe Schlag, Founder and CEO of Common Trust, an organization helping business owners explore and transition to Employee Ownership Trusts (EOTs). Together, we’ll dig into the realities of today’s business transition landscape, including how many owners are preparing to sell, how few have a clear exit strategy, and what actually happens to businesses that go to market.
During this session, we’ll explore:
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Hard market facts in today’s landscape
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Traditional transition option vs. the EOT model and beyond
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The merits to considering an EOT for your business
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Cultural practices that can help the operations of your business even before you’re ready to transition
Come ready to learn, ask questions, and think differently about what it could mean to exit your business with intention.
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Small Giants Community Town Hall
Date coming soon!
Join us for a virtual Town Hall with Jean Moncrieff, Head of Community and Purpose, as we continue shaping what’s next for the Small Giants Community.
Check back soon for more details, and to register for the event!
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