Family Leadership

‘Business and family don’t naturally mix’

Michael Russell, president & CEO of H.J. Russell & Company in Atlanta, discusses fostering Black entrepreneurship, serving the community and distinguishing the family from the family business.

How to succeed at succession 

You must really try to find the right person for the job and unite the whole family behind the choice.

How to keep ‘Succession’ out of your succession

Grappling with legacy can evoke a sense of imposter syndrome. It takes grit and entrepreneurial spirit to see it through.

The Art of Ownership

Effective owners think of themselves as stewards.

Don’t be afraid to fail

A quick Q&A with Alison Gutterman, President and CEO, Jelmar, Skokie, Ill.