05/20/2026
Most companies never successfully make the transition from one generation of leadership to the next. In fact, 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝘆 𝟯𝟬% 𝘀𝘂𝗿𝘃𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱.
By the third generation, that number drops to 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝟭𝟮%.
Butch and Gary knew the odds. More importantly, they knew they needed a different approach if they wanted their company not just to survive — but to thrive long after they stepped away.
Through the Lead With Purpose process, they developed stronger communication, alignment across departments, healthier conflict resolution, and leadership growth at every level, including the next generation stepping into the business.
One of the most powerful parts of this story? Watching people they never expected become strong leaders rise to the occasion.
That’s what happens when leadership becomes a system instead of a title.
If your organization is navigating growth, succession, or leadership transition, we’d love to help you build a stronger future. Send us a DM to get started today.