Innovation

89 - Double the Expertise: How Twins Realty Redefines Real Estate

Ed Delia

Published on: 11/03/2026

In this episode of "Growing Up B2B," host Ed Delia interviews Cherie Walters and Nicole Juarez, who run Twins Realty in Central Texas. They discuss how their complementary skills in mortgages and real estate, clear role definitions, and strong faith-based values have shaped their successful family business. Cherie and Nicole share insights on maintaining harmony, involving family members, and building trust with clients.

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88 - Protecting the Legacy: Leading Family Businesses Through Critical Transitions

Ed Delia

Published on: 09/03/2026

In this episode of "Growing Up B2B," host Ed Delia speaks with Mitchell and Jenny Sharpe of The Sharpe Group about the complexities of transitioning family businesses to the next generation. They discuss maintaining trust, culture, and reputation during leadership changes, the importance of high-touch client service, and strategies for sustainable growth and succession planning.

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87 - The Partnership Advantage: How Openness and Growth Create Long-Term Success

Ed Delia

Published on: 02/03/2026

In this episode of Growing Up B2B, host Ed Delia talks with Steve Schneider and Todd Leonardis, co-founders of The Partnership Guys, about building strong and sustainable business partnerships. Drawing on decades of experience and insights from their book The Partnership Playbook, they emphasize the importance of clear roles, intentional communication, and aligning personal and business goals. They also share lessons from past failures, crisis navigation strategies, and practical advice for family businesses, highlighting how vulnerability, trust, and ongoing investment drive long-term partnership success.

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85 - Succession Planning in Family Firms: Preparing the Next Generation for Leadership

Ed Delia

Published on: 18/02/2026

In this episode of "Growing Up B2B," host Ed Delia talks with Carl Gould, Founder and Chief Discovery Strategist of 7 Stage Advisors, about the unique challenges family-run B2B businesses face as they grow. They discuss how family dynamics complicate accountability, leadership roles, and succession planning. Carl shares strategies for overcoming growth plateaus, placing family members in roles aligned with their strengths, and preparing both founders and successors for leadership transitions.

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