55 - Aging Brilliantly: Redefining Work and Legacy in Family Enterprises

Ed Delia

Published on: 22/10/2025

In this episode of "Growing Up B2B," host Ed Delia interviews Jerry Cahn, Vistage Chair, Strategist, and Mentor at Vistage Worldwide, Inc. Jerry shares his journey from psychology and law to entrepreneurship and mentoring, offering insights on leadership, legacy, and adapting to generational change. The discussion covers challenges unique to family businesses, the impact of technology and evolving work cultures, and the importance of open communication, values, and succession planning.

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54 - Generational Wisdom: Lessons from a Family Business Leader on Embracing Change

Ed Delia

Published on: 17/10/2025

In this episode of "Growing Up B2B," host Ed Delia interviews Jaclyn Epstein, Chief Operating Officer of Mica Corporation and third-generation family leader. Jaclyn shares her journey from early exposure to the family business, her career at GE, and her return to Mica in 2016. They discuss leadership dynamics in a family business, integrating professional management, industry association involvement, and Mica’s focus on sustainability and innovation in flexible packaging. Jaclyn highlights the company’s commitment to environmental responsibility, the adoption of AI, and her advice for next-generation leaders considering joining their family business.

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32 - The Evolution of IT Retail: From Local Grocers to a National Tech Solution

Ed Delia

Published on: 23/07/2025

In this episode of *Growing Up B2B*, host Ed Delia speaks with Luke Henry of IT Retail, a family-owned tech company specializing in POS solutions for grocery stores. Luke shares his journey from tech support to leading the development of a cloud-based POS system, navigating family dynamics, and the emotional process of selling to Quilt Software. The episode explores lessons on innovation, leadership, and the complexities of scaling and succession in a family business.

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31 - From Printing to Packaging: Navigating the Future of Family Business

Ed Delia

Published on: 07/07/2025

In this episode of "Growing Up B2B," host Ed Delia interviews Kyle Tenney, Executive Vice President of The Mid-York Press, Inc. and a seventh-generation family business leader. The conversation covers the impact of AI, sustainability trends in packaging, and the importance of hands-on experience. The episode provides insights into adapting legacy businesses for the future while maintaining strong values and culture.

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